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Indeed, we're almost as bewildered as they are. It would take a cast of dozens of experts just to survey the field of new offerings every year, not to mention hundreds more experts to assess the existing millions of used boats. That's a feat no one has yet managed to tackle. That's why no one just give you a list of recommended boats. We can't just line boats up on a counter top and evaluate them; they're too big and the boats can't come to us, we have to go to them.

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And keep in mind that part of what you are paying for with a new boat is the fancy dealer show room, as well as his profit. more

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By far, the most frequently asked question we get in our emails is the one by first time boat buyers asking about what brand they should buy.

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As when planning any boat purchase, when considering a lake boat it’s best to start by determining a budget that includes the boat purchase plus any required gear and accessories, registration, insurance, annual fuel, storage and maintenance costs.

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Learn more in our detailed guide on How to Buy a Pontoon Boat. more

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These boats are also usually equipped with inboard water ballast tanks that can be filled with electric pumps to add weight to the boat, which helps make the wake even larger. A watersports boat can double as a family runabout, but the ride will not be as smooth as a runabout because the hull shape is flatter and the watersports boat does not have trim. Watersports boats are also usually more expensive than a runabout of the same length.

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Depending on where and when you buy it, the cost of moving a boat is one you may need to consider. Delivery will often be included in the boat’s price tag when you buy new from a dealer’s lot. But if you order a new boat to your specifications or purchase one that’s at a distant location, be sure to include the cost of moving it in your calculations.

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When you purchase a boat via financing, you need to account for the monthly payments. These can range quite a bit depending on the price of the boat, how much you have for the down payment, interest rates, and other variables. Our Boat Loan Calculator will help you get a fix on just how a sticker price translates into monthly payments. [links]

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Purchase of the Boat more

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Whether you decide to purchase a new or used boat, the cost of owning a boat isn’t nearly as extreme as many people think. Thanks to the boat financing options available today, even including the initial purchase the average cost of a boat isn’t out of reach for most middle-class Americans. There are, however, many factors to take into account and they can vary wildly depending on the size and type of boat you own. That’s why it’s nearly impossible to create an accurate “cost of owning a boat” calculator. If you want to get a solid idea of just what the true cost of owning a boat will be, you’ll need to consider all of the following.

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Monthly Payments [links]

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First, let’s take a look at all the items you’ll need to purchase up front. Once you’ve explored the different types of boats that are out there and determined the proper size and style for you and your family (our Boat Finder will help with this), the cost of the boat itself is the initial consideration.

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Although much of the main deck is saloon there is a decent-sized aft cockpit too

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Of course the cost of that slim, sleek, low profile is paid for inside — don’t expect much accommodation. What you get is a double berth right in the nose that requires a scramble over the semi-circle of dinette to reach. Privacy extends to a couple of curtains. But there’s a separate heads with shower and a compact galley. It’s all you need for a couple to overnight in comfort.

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Sunseeker fitted a range of engines. Twin Volvo Penta or Mercruiser V8 petrols from 330hp-420hp and two diesel options, twin Volvo Penta AQAD 41 200hp or a pair of Sabre 370hp. This particular boat is fitted with twin MerCruiser 496 MAG HO 425hp petrol engines that were new in 2003 and have run for 350 hours.