Is this a good deal?

[briguyny]

Genie Aye I really appreciate the input. There's no trailer but it is in good shape all things considered. Like you say I will need to spend my Memorial day weekend cleaning, waxing and figuring out exactly what it needs, but it's a small sacrifice for a summer with my first boat. I'll take it slow and add the necessities over time. I had no idea that this type of boat had such a loyal following and it makes me a lot more comfortable seeing that they are sought after to some degree. Thanks again for writing back. I'm going to pull the trigger on it today.

[reodds]

briguyny, welcome! where do you live? I am in Merrick, and am also looking to get another V20. I have owned one in the past - fantastic boat, worst thing I did was sell it - and would be glad to help if I can.

[willy]

Sounds like a great deal for that year and for that motor, Grab it before someone else does.

[briguyny]

reodds, amazingly enough I live in Merrick as well. It truly is a very small world. I'm heading out at noon today to pick up this boat. I was originally looking for a completely different type of boat, but it seems that everyone really loves these. I'm sold. What is it about them that has everyone so happy when they have one, and like your case, so regretful when they sell them? I have two little daughters, three and one, and I'm a little nervous that this might not be the best boat for a small family for putting around to short beach and possibly Fire Island. What do you think?

[reodds]

The boat is FANTASTIC for your family. It is stable, smooth in ride, high enough freeboard, and shallow enough draft to easily maneuver in the shallows. The flared bow really does deflect the waves, and regardless of what some may say, the boat is dry - especially compared to bow riders of the same size. It is a true "wash and wear" boat, with no extra "fluff" to get in the way. You can put a few solid folding chairs in the stern for the "older folks" to sit on, and remove them when not in use. I really never fished it further than about 10 miles offshore, but it was always good. The boat can very easily set up to fish very well, but also a great day boat.

I have taken the boat to NYC many times (great ride!), and used it to pull skiers in the bays. It is easy to take to short beach, although I like the beach just south of the loop bridge better!

I know you and your family to love it.

[briguyny]

Roger,

That's exactly what I (and especially my wife) needed to hear. It looks relatively easy to take care of. NOT TOO BIG, NOT TOO SMALL and as this will be my first time boating it looks easy to hang out on when I run aground the first time! I also have a dog and it looks like there's enough room for him as well, as well as easy to clean up after he splashes around everywhere. I know the beach you mentioned though we never went there growing up, we also go to "garbage cove" just passed Zach's Bay.

[nipper]

The V will be perfect for your young family and the price is sure right. You will be amazed at how easily it will clean up. The cuddy is perfect to put the youngun's down for a nap on a hot day. You can even buy one of those scoop type things made of fabric (I know there is a nautical term for them, but I cannot remember it) to pull a breeze down into the cuddy cabin. The V is a terrific all round boat for just lazy cruising, skiing, tubing and, of course, fishing. I hope you get it and make many good memories with your family out on it.

[reelapeelin]

Originally Posted by briguyny

reodds, amazingly enough I live in Merrick as well. It truly is a very small world. I'm heading out at noon today to pick up this boat. I was originally looking for a completely different type of boat, but it seems that everyone really loves these. I'm sold. What is it about them that has everyone so happy when they have one, and like your case, so regretful when they sell them? I have two little daughters, three and one, and I'm a little nervous that this might not be the best boat for a small family for putting around to short beach and possibly Fire Island. What do you think?

Sounds like ahelluva deal to me...assuming as mentioned above the hull is solid, deoxidizing the gel coat and some TLC will have her back in shape in no time...

I raised my two daughters on regular boating and it's made water puppies of them both at 19 & 21...the first rule w/kids is proper flotation devices at all times when around water...boat doesn't move till everybody's wearin' one...no exceptions...keep an eye on them...if you are driving the boat looking forward as you should, mom needs to be watchin' the kids at all times...and vice/versa...

If this is your first boat and exposure to boating, for your kids' safety sake, take a boating course...

Good luck and post us up some pics when you can...we like the good, the bad AND the ooglie