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Getting closer to pulling the trigger on a boat (1st timer). Thoughts on the following: Monterey 254 FSX vs. Chaparral 256 SSX vs. Chaparral Sunesta 264.
Going to keep it in the water or on a rack at the local lake about 10 miles away, but will also get a trailer to do occasional trips to...
I am a newbie condsidering buying a new or near new Chaparral, but I am concerned that the closest dealer is 60 miles away as opposed to Sea-Ray, Rinker and others that are right on the lake a few minutes from my house. How big of a deal is it? Should I try to stick with a local dealer that...