Studman
Member
Hello All,
I am kinda new to boating, grew up on boats when I was young and have always had a calling to return to the water. Well I think it’s time, pretty much have the wife on board and with all the great deals out there I think it’s time.
I am looking at a few older Sea Ray’s 1989’s to 1995 ‘s ( because that what’s in my price range )
I am looking at a 1988 280 DA with 2 brand new 5.7 and alpha drives, a 1989 268DA with a single 7.4 and bravo 1 outdrive and a 1995 250DA with a 5.7 and bravo 1, none have trailers
Thoughts
I like the Dancer for the aft cabin , really want to be able to sleep 4 adults even though I think it will be the wife and I most of the time. I like the old style, looks like more room on the boat
I think the wider beam would be better even with being mostly in Long Island Sound but no sure if the twin screw is the right way to go, more maintenance , double repair costs and double fuel? Not sure on the fuel . so many options and to head is spinning.
I was hoping to get a trailer so I could save on winter storage but with the wider beam I know that’s not possible.
Anyone out there running these years
So much to ask ….
I have been reading a ton of stuff on this great site and thanks for any input
SAS
Oh and I almost forgot
Does anyone remember a Marina/ resort called " Tara Mar"
I remeber going there all the time as a kid but don't know where it is / was
I am kinda new to boating, grew up on boats when I was young and have always had a calling to return to the water. Well I think it’s time, pretty much have the wife on board and with all the great deals out there I think it’s time.
I am looking at a few older Sea Ray’s 1989’s to 1995 ‘s ( because that what’s in my price range )
I am looking at a 1988 280 DA with 2 brand new 5.7 and alpha drives, a 1989 268DA with a single 7.4 and bravo 1 outdrive and a 1995 250DA with a 5.7 and bravo 1, none have trailers
Thoughts
I like the Dancer for the aft cabin , really want to be able to sleep 4 adults even though I think it will be the wife and I most of the time. I like the old style, looks like more room on the boat
I think the wider beam would be better even with being mostly in Long Island Sound but no sure if the twin screw is the right way to go, more maintenance , double repair costs and double fuel? Not sure on the fuel . so many options and to head is spinning.
I was hoping to get a trailer so I could save on winter storage but with the wider beam I know that’s not possible.
Anyone out there running these years
So much to ask ….
I have been reading a ton of stuff on this great site and thanks for any input
SAS
Oh and I almost forgot
Does anyone remember a Marina/ resort called " Tara Mar"
I remeber going there all the time as a kid but don't know where it is / was
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