What is the best type of bowrider that has more than 190hp for under like 15 grand?

Question

I want to purchase a good quaility bowrider to use at my lake and I want at least 190hp. Is there a good bowrider even if its a few years old, that is under 15 grand???? PLease answer!!!

Answer 1

Most lowriders have more than 190hp. The base `64 chevy has 250 hp in it.

Answer 2

he said bowrider not lowrider lol

Answer 3

I've been looking at tahoe sport boats by tracker, they're nice.  Also the sea doo speedster or challenger isn't bad.  The tahoes use mercury engines and have a decent price for the 190hp, and the sea doo's have that 215hp supercharged beast.  I'm still on the fence about both, which ever has the better deal at the time is what I'm going with.

Answer 4

A lot of boat companies offer their smallest model (usually 18ft) for a huge savings - they hope that you will buy that one, and hopefully buy a larger model down the road.  Brands like Sea Ray, Maxum, Monterey, Four Winns all have a very inexpensive intro boat - but most will come with just a 3.0 litre standard.

I would say look at a bayliner 185 - even with the upgraded engine (4.3) you should be around your target price.  Bayliner definitely gives you the most for your money.  Don't listen to people who say they suck - they don't know what they are talking about

Answer 5

DDrew hit it correct.  

Bayliner builds a good entry level boat.  These boats look good but as you see and ride in more expensive boats you will understand the difference.  As with all manufacturers you can purchase with a variety of motor options.

This time of year through January attend boat shows.  This is where you get a deal and may find a better boat in same price range.  The company I worked for sold approximately 40% of their expected sales for the year at the Atlanta Boat Show in January each year.  Everything from good prices, free trailers, free service, etc., so act like you may have interest, look at others, then come back and say I like these others as well, what can you do?