Well…This is my first post on this forum. Long story short I've been wanting to "upgrade" to a larger or more capable boat for about 2 years. I've had my eye on the Defiance line for quite sometime. Right now I'm fishing from a 20' Trophy and she has served me well. But, I want to fish the bigger water and take longer trips and be able to fish more comfortably (3 people with gear in my Trophy is too small).
So, I spoke to the Defiance folks at the boat show today and I think I'm going to step up and get serious on a 250 EX Admiral. I want to have twin Yamaha 150's, second station, heater/defrost, 42 gallon bait tank, and some other options added to the boat. There are a ton of things I love about the 250EX and only a few things I don't like.
This is a huge commitment for me. And have never purchased anything this size aside from my house. I have some money I'm going to put down and the rest will be financed. So the deal breaker for me at this point is what my monthly payment will be, and also if that will leave me enough money to operate the boat without living on Top Roman.
Anyone want to chime in with any tips or comments that could help make the purchase smooth.
Kind of looking for advice of what you would do different, upgrades you wish you made or didn't make, financing, dealing with the builder, ECT.
I have a truck that can pull the boat, and already have a storage spot.
I also know there are a lot of pilot house owners on this site so that means a lot of experience to learn from.
So, I spoke to the Defiance folks at the boat show today and I think I'm going to step up and get serious on a 250 EX Admiral. I want to have twin Yamaha 150's, second station, heater/defrost, 42 gallon bait tank, and some other options added to the boat. There are a ton of things I love about the 250EX and only a few things I don't like.
This is a huge commitment for me. And have never purchased anything this size aside from my house. I have some money I'm going to put down and the rest will be financed. So the deal breaker for me at this point is what my monthly payment will be, and also if that will leave me enough money to operate the boat without living on Top Roman.
Anyone want to chime in with any tips or comments that could help make the purchase smooth.
Kind of looking for advice of what you would do different, upgrades you wish you made or didn't make, financing, dealing with the builder, ECT.
I have a truck that can pull the boat, and already have a storage spot.
I also know there are a lot of pilot house owners on this site so that means a lot of experience to learn from.