How Fast

[QC]

Re: How Fast

Speed is not determined by make. Speed is determined by hull design (brand) + weight (variable) + horsepower (optional) . . . The point is, just because there was a Donzi that was fast, does not mean that all Donzis are fast. Yes, they have a reputation as a go fast, but there are also combos that are less so . . .

 

[livin4real]

Re: How Fast

Ahhh... how the media twists our perceptions of reality. A recession benefits people who remain gainfully employed (with some exceptions).

You know who is in a recession? The extra 5.5% of the population (national average) that are unemployed. Some areas of the country are seeing growth, some areas have 15% unemployment. It averages out to 10% unemployment.

A recession can benefit individuals. It's the reaction -- the fear -- that keeps people from buying boats, and misc luxury items. The balance sheet for the individual looks better during a recession if they stay employed, get a low-rate mortgage, refi their cars, pay off debt with consolidation loans at all-time low rates.

It's not a broad, all-sweeping 100% true fact for all people, but generally speaking, the employed consumer benefits during a recession. It's the fear... the over saving and overall consumer mood (consumer confidence index) that weakens sales, and then hurts corporations, creating a spiral that is hard to beat.

Great deals on boats... boat slips.... sales and interest rates that are great, etc. Heck, I need a new tow vehicle. Without this recession, I could NEVER consider a F150 or Tahoe, etc. The interest rates and lack of discounts and rebates would stop me.

Heck, my boat was a steal because of the recession... because the owner, although employed, reacted to fear.

::steps off soap box::

True. I took advantage of the situation myself with our recent boat purchase. Although slips haven't dropped in price around these parts.

 

[livin4real]

Re: How Fast

If no-one else bids I'm not gonna bother.

I'm waiting til the last second so the price doesn't get ran up