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@Bukrus pretty boat for sure, thnx for sharing, a bridge too far for me unfortunately

@Dockoelboto funny you should mention that '17 in Kenmore. I put an offer on that boat, the dealer claimed little to no salt water use, then found out from a buddy their boats come from Malibu Camp in BC Canada, exclusively salt water use, lots of abuse from the camp kiddos. He made the mistake of buying his 200 from them, tons of issues & problems.

@KRoundy, I did talk to Rob at Pacific Nautiques, before I sold my '07 Prostar, called to see if they'd be interested in trade in on a '16 200 they had, he said yes, but became non-responsive after that. Even after I sold my boat, he was beyond slow to respond. Don't understand the attitude there, okay if you have the '16 sold already, but respond to people & be professional for goodness sake. And be a boat salesman "hey I've sold the '16 but can I contact you if I have something else come up." Nada, zip, zilch. But I guess if you're in a large city and have plenty of customers, what's one falling through the cracks? Won't bother calling them for anything again.

Hey Ballers, I'm in the market for a Nuatique 200, have a budget up to $50k. I live in the Pacific NW, not a lot of selection up here, so resolved to flying somewhere and relying on U-ship to get it home. I've found a couple boats on Miami Nautiques website, but wondered if anyone's had experience buying a Florida boat. Here are two I'm interested in: https://www.mniboats.com/2015-Ski-Nautique-200CB-p/2015-ski-nautique-200cb.htm https://www.mniboats.com/2017-Ski-Nautique-200-OB-p/2017-sn-200-cb.htm Mostly because of the low hours. Not sure MNI will deal with me on the '17 enough to get within my price range though. They are stating these boats have only had fresh water use, but my biggest concern is the effect airborne salts may have had on the boats, electronics, wiring harnesses, air intake into engine, trailer, etc. Never been to Florida, not sure if this is a real concern or if these boats have been used inland enough to escape salt exposure & corrosion. Before I fly down there to take a closer look, just wondered if anyone has experience in buying a boat from Florida, or perhaps firsthand knowledge of these boats? Of course there are other 200's out there. Bennett's Ski & Boat has this low hour '16: https://www.3eventstore.com/collections/pre-owned-boats/products/2001-mastercraft-209 Silver Spray Sports has an '11: https://www.silverspraysports.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=7404727&p=1&s=Year&d=D&t=preowned&fr=xPreOwnedInventory And Boathouse Marine has an '11 TE, looks like a great setup, but higher hours: https://www.bhmtrilakes.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=7833450&p=1&s=Year&d=D&t=preowned&fr=xPreOwnedInventory Any input would be appreciated. I'd prefer an open bow, but low hours and condition of the boat are a higher priority for me. If anyone knows of other 200's in my price range, would be greatly appreciated too. Thanks!!!!

One more question for the group, there's a lot of '14 prostars on the market with low hours & good prices, anyone have experience with a '14? Have seen some reviews saying first year of that hull, little tough to drive. Thanks!

Thanks all, great comments and helps a lot. Lucky for me this time of year great deals and selection of prostars, especially for a guy with a drysuit.

Hi all, I'm in the market for a new boat, hoping for some feedback. Just sold my '07 Mastercraft Prostar 197, great boat, but looking to upgrade. I have it narrowed down to a newer Prostar (2014 - 2016 seems to be in my price range), or a Nautique 200 (2011 +). I'm a 30 mph 15 off skier, but working into 32 mph & 22 off. A friend in our group has a '13 Nautique TE, skis real nice, little bit of a 22 off bump for my speeds. Have ski'd a newer prostar once, but only at 15 off. The feedback I keep seeing on forums is prostar is good up & down the rope at any speed. The prostar I recently ski'd, they had shaved a bit off the rudder to give it a little pre-load, I understand the 200 has the adjustment fin on the rudder. For the 200, the comment is always "depends on the 200." That latter comment is kinda turning me off on the 200, but they seem like really nice boats. So for the most part leaning towards the prostar, but would really appreciate some feedback from the group. I should note, there is also an '18 malibu TXI for sale nearby in my price range, but know nothing about them. Thanks for any help/advice.

Hey BOS gang. I'm vacationing in Missoula Mt area week of July 29, anone know if Dragonfly lake in St Ignatius is open for drop ins? Any contact info?