Yes, I sold my Utopia 205 that I did the stereo in the Modified section on here. We got in a financial bind but now due to my new job, in the next year I am going to buy me a new boat...errr....at least new to me.
I want something bigger than my 205. I am thinking a 230 of some sort in the Sea Doo line up or moving to something else in the 22-24ft size. Open bow. My big concern is my son is really likeing the wakeboarding. Of course you can wakeboard behind these boats as I already know but the wake on my 205 was seriously lacking. I am wondering if the 230's would put out the wake we desire?? Does anyone have any pics of the wakes these boats put out? I found what looks to be like a great deal on a 2007, 230 Challenger 430hp model that is pretty loaded up with a tower and stuff and in like new condition for $23,500.00 Good deal, or not so much??
Also are there any years or models that have been known to be prone with problems? I am mainly looking at 430hp models but would jump on a 510HP model in a second if they are worth it!? If i get a new one though, I promise, I will do another system in it that will blow the doors off my other one!!
So please give me your opinions and be honest. Other boats I have been looking at include the Monterey's, Malibu, Mastercrafts and the like, Cobalt's, Chaparral, Four Winns, Sea Ray's, and Bayliners. All would be used of course.
I want something bigger than my 205. I am thinking a 230 of some sort in the Sea Doo line up or moving to something else in the 22-24ft size. Open bow. My big concern is my son is really likeing the wakeboarding. Of course you can wakeboard behind these boats as I already know but the wake on my 205 was seriously lacking. I am wondering if the 230's would put out the wake we desire?? Does anyone have any pics of the wakes these boats put out? I found what looks to be like a great deal on a 2007, 230 Challenger 430hp model that is pretty loaded up with a tower and stuff and in like new condition for $23,500.00 Good deal, or not so much??
Also are there any years or models that have been known to be prone with problems? I am mainly looking at 430hp models but would jump on a 510HP model in a second if they are worth it!? If i get a new one though, I promise, I will do another system in it that will blow the doors off my other one!!
So please give me your opinions and be honest. Other boats I have been looking at include the Monterey's, Malibu, Mastercrafts and the like, Cobalt's, Chaparral, Four Winns, Sea Ray's, and Bayliners. All would be used of course.
