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    2013 z520c

    Thinking about purchasing a z520c with a 250 sho any thoughts on boat and motor combo is the z520c any better than the z520 which I can get a little cheaper thanks for your opinions.

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    Had that year model and a Z520. Like most newer models there are new bells-&-whistles(cooler in step, ventilation in boxes, day box, and I'm sure others I'm forgetting). Pretty much same boat as far as performance. Can't go wrong IMO

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    I know there were some issues with the early SHOs. I would go on the Yamaha forum and ask about that particular year model. They may have had the issues worked out by then, but I'm not sure.

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    Currently run this model and love it. Best performing boat and motor combo I've had. I like the layout with the center cooler step and having another small storage box as a result.
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    I have a 2013 ranger z520c carbon 250 pro xs best boat I have ever owned.

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    I have that boat with Merc pro xs. Awesome boat, I’ve added remote drain and remote charge, �� perfect combo��

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    Quote Originally Posted by ser68 View Post
    Thinking about purchasing a z520c with a 250 sho any thoughts on boat and motor combo is the z520c any better than the z520 which I can get a little cheaper thanks for your opinions.
    I have this exact boat. The C boat has more options. I have no complaints.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ser68 View Post
    Thinking about purchasing a z520c with a 250 sho any thoughts on boat and motor combo is the z520c any better than the z520 which I can get a little cheaper thanks for your opinions.
    I have the same boat as well. My only complaint is the step cooler - it doesn't hold ice worth beans. Apparently there is a fix that Ranger will provide but I don't care enough about the cooler to fix it.

    The SHO is beast on this boat. SHO model years 2012 and up have the initial gremlins resolved.
    2013 Ranger Z520c, 2013 Yamaha 250 SHO
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    Well im going to pick the boat up next week driving 1800 miles to get her after 3 months of searching.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ser68 View Post
    Well im going to pick the boat up next week driving 1800 miles to get her after 3 months of searching.
    Congrats. You won't be disappointed. If you have never had a Z520, still say the front deck is the deal. Unbelievable how much room. Enjoy and share some pics

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    I will when i get her home been looking 3 months