Opinions on these two boats?

[Les Young]

I had a 1998 H-56 with a 1998 Mariner 135. With the front storage crammed full & myself at 200 Lb. & a partner at 325 Lb. & a half tank (12 gallons) would do 59 gps with a prop that wasn't in very good shape. Xpress hyper lift hull series boats are by far the best performing aluminium boat on the market when it comes to speed & performance. The one & only down fall I had period was drifting in the wind. I also have had a couple older Lowes & not knocking them in any way, but If I were going back to aluminium again it would definitley be Xpress. Unless of course I couldn't get it in my garage. lol

[MrSplitshot]

Well, I flipped a coin and bought the Xpress...lol

I liked both boats and both dealers, but the Xpress just felt right for me. Loved the Yamaha, the ride of the HyperLift, and having something a bit unique that you don't see out there everyday. Nothing against the Lowe at all, because I know they are fine boats too.

Both of them were way too expensive for an aluminum boat and I should probably have my head examined for buying new, but I reckon you only live once. Couldn't really find what I wanted used, especially with my narrow garage. Supposed to take delivery on Tuesday and hope to be pitching a buzz bait from the front deck by the weekend.

$100/month for the next 46 years ain't bad loan terms are they? j/k

Thanks for those who offered opinions!

[peter]

Congratulations on signing on the dotted line. Enjoy it and use it often.