Eric - just throwing this out at you. I have absolutely ZERO to gain from this and I do not know Mike in any other way than through this forum. But, it's a little bigger, less money and closer to you. If nothing else, it's always fun to look at boats! http://clubsearay.com/showthread.ph...er-4-3-s-Alpha-Gen-II-s-with-optional-trailer
If this is still available Eric, I would be looking at this. Learning on twins is much easier than a single. Having the 260 as a starter boat is ok but like most of us sick boaters you will probably get the "foot-itis" disease quickly. Your statement of not losing too much on the 260 is wishful thinking. You should plan on losing a bunch so you won't be too disappointed.
You always want to buy as much boat as you can afford, tow, etc. Good luck.