The Ranger 520 series seems to get either real good or hated reviews of the ride, always seems very all or none. I did what I thought was a good amount of research a while back and determined that I could keep the Ranger on my short list. I am not very familiar with the models but I know Basscat also makes good riding hulls. As I was looking for that as my primary function I also put the I series Skeeter on my list. From there it was shop till I got what I wanted, it did take a while and looking at a lot of boats. I agree with the above get as new as you can for your money, but newer isn’t everything. Again priorities list. I have no regrets not getting a 4 stroke, my engine was cared for and has been great. I expect it to last a very long time.

I don’t want to be one of those guys who says get what I got cause I think it’s the best. But if you are looking for a good ride in an older hull see if the I suits your liking. The “net” will tell you it’s a good hull. I’m on the Great Lakes a lot, that’s why I got one.