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    Any selling they 240/260DA in the New England area?

    Hi, We are looking to buy preferably a 260 DA, 2004+ vintage with 200 or less hours in excellent condition (fresh water preferred). We live near Boston. Going through the forums versus the broker/listings first seeing if anyone is looking to upgrade. Looking to buy before the winter sets in...
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    Looking for surveyor in MA

    Hi, We will be looking at purchasing a boat shortly and are wondering if anyone can recommend a surveyor in the MA area? Google search came up with a number of recommendations. Thanks
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    First Time Buyer Checklist

    Hi, My parents are first time buyers looking at either a used (03-06) 240 or a 260DA. Though I am not around, I would like to help them out with the actual purchasing process. I found listing of brokered boats and will send them over to see what they like. 1. Locate the boat they like 2...
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    03-05 Sea Ray 260DA used: what to expect

    I know I posted last year about purchasing a used 240DA. Almost a year has passed, and I believe the boat purchase has finally gained momentum. As I mentioned before, we are looking to purchase a pre-owned Sea Ray 260DA (settled on a little bit of a bigger size due to the standard options that...
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    Helper motor for Sea Ray 240DA

    Ok, I know that what makes a good powerboat is a reliable engine, however in rare instance that the engine does go out and you are away from shore and need backup, what do you do? More specifically, for a single prop cruiser you cannot really use oars as a backup. I know a lot of people use VHS...
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    Electrical & Boats 101: How does it work?

    Ok, so this may be a very rudimentary question but this is going to be our first boat with an electrical system. The boat in question is going to be the Sea Ray 240DA. There is a number of electrical devices, such as lights, starter, fridge, radio, etc. 1. Shore power - I presume when plugged...
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    What do you think about this 2003 260DA?

    Ok, we were originally looking for a 240DA but now expanded our search as it seems there are more pre-owned 260s available in our area. This is a 03 260DA that is a bank repo. It is not far from our house so we will go and check it out. If we like it, of course, we will get a survey for the...
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    Dealer cost of adding options to 2nd hand 240DA

    Hi, There are several features we are looking for in a pre-owned 240DA that I do not believe are standard so I though to ask what would be the dealer cost (when buying the boat 2nd hand) of installing these? I am a DIY guy but the boat will likely be shipped straight from the dealer to Europe so...
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    Sundancer 240 with trailer /help with measurements

    Ok, As I stated in the previous thread I am inquiring about costs of transporting the boat to Europe. I contacted shipping companies but they need more information about the overall dimensions of the boat with trailer. I checked out the SR website and specs but I could not find any information...
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    How to get a Sea Trial?

    Ok, So the family is pretty psyched about a potential purchase of a 240DA. We are, however, looking for a 2nd hand boat and the dealer's around us have limited stock/inventory. As my parents came off a much smaller and slower (no plane) boat I think they should have a trail at a cruiser of...
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    Buying a first used boat: what to expect?

    Hi, My family is interested in purchasing a pre-owned Sea Ray 240 that is up to 5 years old. Ideally we are looking at 2003-2006 age range with 100 hours or less. We did look online and saw a number of them listed at our local Sea Ray dealer at about $48-$52K. The range for these boats is...
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    Sea Ray 240 Sundancer: Can the battery charger be changed to Euro-electricity

    Hi, My parents are in the market for a used 2004/2006 Sea Ray Sundancer 240. We know this model comes with a battery charger/converter that is 120V/60 Cycle to power up the microwave, fridge when the boat is docked and plugged into the marina. We are buying a boat that we are going to ship to...
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