tvojnyk
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I am in the market for a used sport cruisers. After doing research, I have narrowed it down to a 2006-2007 Regal 2860 or a 280 Sun Dancer. Can anyone share with me an objective pro's and con's for both?
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I am in the market for a used sport cruisers. After doing research, I have narrowed it down to a 2006-2007 Regal 2860 or a 280 Sun Dancer. Can anyone share with me an objective pro's and con's for both?
In what way is the Regal 40SC, 44SC and 52SC gimmicky? There is a waiting list to purchase one of these boats and all come with volvo IPS which i would take over merc zeus any day of the week?
In what way is the Regal 40SC, 44SC and 52SC gimmicky? There is a waiting list to purchase one of these boats and all come with volvo IPS which i would take over merc zeus any day of the week?
The "new" big boats from Regal are absolutely beautiful! Regal hit a home run with these boats.
However, I don't think the same can be said for the 2860. On the pocket cruisers, the Regal line is a little dated, and they need to update their design and styling. (IMHO).
Everyone is going to be passionate about their own boat - including me. That's fully understandable. However, "choice" is one of the great things about our side of the world.
I love my Sea Ray...so don't pick on me for what I say next! Regal makes a great boat. I know because I've owned four...a 2860, 3260, 3560 and 4460. All were great boats. All had foibles. My 560 is a great boat too...but also with foibles.
Some folks in this thread have talked about space and the fact of the better layout in the cockpit. One of the reasons I went with the Regal was the (in my humble opinion) much better use of space in the salon and sleeping areas. I don't know how they do it, but they seem to have more space available downstairs.
I have found the overall quality to be at least equivalent on the Regals. I just spent a fortune over the winter fixing a number of fibreglas flaws and voids on my current Sea Ray. Not saying the Regal is better, but it certainly ain't worse...
And one of the things I really liked about the Regal is that it is still a family run and independent company. Their service is legendary (I'm sure we could find exceptions) and my experience was extraordinary.
My 3560 was one of the first of that model produced. As a consequence, there were a few issues. Regal stepped up to the plate and flew one of their engineers from Orlando up to Orillia, Ontario, Canada (north of Toronto) to go over my issues and stick around for the week to make everything right. I felt like a real whiner when I found out, during the conversation, that he had dedicated the week to fix up my boat, even though his house had just been condemned due to a hurricane that had passed through a week before (~2004)! I felt like crawling under the picnic table.
I think it comes down to looking and the choices and trying to figure out what will work best for you. Sleeping accomodations. Space. Design. All legitimate considerations. If you find something you like, you will be well served by either brand.
Cheers,
Paul
I wondered where the hell you went to!