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    New boat...

    Ive been tossing the idea around of getting a newer/bigger boat, Ive had mine for almost 7 years now and I'm starting to outgrow it, I really want more storage, maybe a little faster etc. I wont buy a new one so I've been looking at some that are 3 yrs old or so, with warranty left on the motor. I'm still limited on garage space and I want something with a single axle so I can move it around easily, ideally a 19' w/ a 200 but I'd consider something 19 1/2 - 20' with a 225 on it. So if anyone knows of something let me know, I'm in no hurry just testing the waters as of right now, but if a good deal comes along I'd jump on it. Thanks.

    BTW i'm looking for another Champ thats why I'm posting here.

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    Re: New boat... (mikemac10)

    Some good deals out there. Keep an eye on boat trader...

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    201, 202 or 203 will do ya.

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    Re: New boat... (mikemac10)

    Don't forget the 4Sale forum here on BBC. Some good deals there...

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    Re: New boat... (mikemac10)

    Just remember when you go bigger, the more room is needed , meaning maybe a extra axle, wider depending on year, but a folding tongue will help with Length. When I went from 18 to 20'6, what a huge difference but as for storage you can't beat it, you will see what Iam talking about. Just make the storage fit the boat
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    Re: New boat... (Lpolk)

    188 and 200 would fill your requirements well.
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    Re: New boat... (bassin butch)

    yep Ive been trying to find a 188 w/ 200, I missed out on a heck of a deal a month or two back that was for sale here on BBC, colors I like and everything, oh well. Ive been checking on here daily for new champs to pop up, nothing has really sparked my interest as of yet, I'd like some combination of blue/silver/white, but I'm pretty open, merc or yamaha preferably. Ive seen a few 198's with single axle trailers, where I store my boat I have to maneuver it in by hand so a tandem axle is almost out of the question, I need a swing tongue also, I think the biggest I could go would be a 198, unless I left my truck outside which I dont want to do. Thanks everyone

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    Re: New boat... (mikemac10)

    With Go-Jacks, you can maneuver a tandom just as easily as a single. That would be my preference.

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    Re: New boat... (Lea)

    Here is the deal! http://www.bbcboards.net/zerothread?id=564687 Build a bigger garage or a carport!! Nice ride .

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    Im sent

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    Re: New boat... (mikemac10)

    I sent you an instant message. I've got a 2009 198CX for sale. 225 Merc Pro XS. You can view it on Craigslist Springfield, MO listings. Its the one listed in Clever, Mo.

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