NEW BOAT OWNERS

[SORRY DOG]

We did it, this weekend we purchased a 24 ft.<br />Chaparral Signature series, with upgraded engine.<br />Decided against the Rinker, based on the local of the purchase (MD) and the wonderful free and discounted options we received with Chaparral. <br />Thanks for all your help...

 

[jbaugh]

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You should read our essay on purchasing used\new boats. Might be of some help to you. www.jimbaughoutdoors.com

 

[scottmech]

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Didn't buy a 28 footer, but I did buy a 1996 Rinker Captiva 232. Had 3 other boats before that one. I personally was impressed with the quality of the boat. Seemed to be well finished and well thought out. Had it for 3 yars. Used it from Myrtle Baech, SC to Pensacola , FL and never had a problem with hardware or systems. Sold it in 1999. Worst thing I could have done. Hope the info helps.

 

[TxRiverRat]

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I couldn't find where I posted on the Rinkers before, so I will say it again. <br /><br />Way back when, when I was looking for a new boat, and not so serious about my waterskiing, I too looked at the Rinkers because of their stylish looks and relatively affordable cost. When I inspected one closely at the Ft. Worth boat show, i noticed bubbles in the gelcoat. <br /><br />You may think that shouldn't have been the determining factor for eliminating Rinker as a contender, but the way i saw it, they should have been displaying the best speciman at a boat show. If they can't display the most flawless boat available to the public, I have to wonder where they cut corners, or where else the boat will have problems down the road.<br /><br />My 2 cents..

 

[albany joe]

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Sorry Dog,<br />IMHO for $45,000 you should be looking for a used boat. You'll get better quality for less.<br />Also try out the sleeping accomodations. Make sure everyone fits, esp in the second berth. - Joe

 

[Rich Roy]

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We have a 2000 Rinker 270 Fiesta Vee. Great boat. Tons of boat/extras for the money. Our experience has been that it is well built, not flashy but does everything we could ask as a family of 4 looking to cruise, entertain, stay on the boat for weekends etc. 5.7 bIII package has plenty of power. With a couple minor problems, got a call back from one of the Rinkers promptly. I definitely do not think of it as "cheap" but a good value. I'm only sorry that we have outgrown it, but am looking forward to the step up.

 

[cooksend]

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4roys may have the boat for you. I do not know the exact pricing on the Rinker but I can tell you that if you can get a 28' cruiser with some decent power for 45,500 you should jump all over it. That is a very inexpensive price. Most price point cruiser manufactures have boats 2 feet smaller for $10,000 more. Almost sounds too good to be true. Good luck