Recommend me a center console - Page 2

Bay Fishin · 11-20-2006, 10:06 PM

I think I have seen a 25 Contender with tein 150 hpis for 48k on the other site(The Hull Truth).Looks nice and is loaded with nice electronics.Its in SC

rookiefisher · 11-20-2006, 10:34 PM

I have been searching used and found some decent boats, leftovers too. Boats dont seem to drop in value as fast as cars. But anyway, has anyone ever ran an Albemarle 242 center console? Looks like a nice boat and definately a good name. Anyone know how capable this boat is? Its a 24 footer so I guess you couldnt go offshore but looks like a nice boat.

Logan9581 · 11-20-2006, 11:22 PM

I've run the 24 center console albie. The one I fished had a 260hp volvo penta. Ran great, caught lots of fish, been to the bahamas in it too.

Here is the only pic I have of it.

My personal boat is a 27 ocean master with a diesel...10 times better than that albie! Lots more room.

Loose Crew · 11-21-2006, 02:18 PM

23 Regulator is the boat to beat in that class. Contender is also a nice quality piece with a solid ride. Both will be good on resale. Four strokes would be ideal. Sea Craft is good and I would also put Mako on the list.

Two other brands to look at would be Scout and Sailfish.

Bay Fishin · 11-21-2006, 04:02 PM

Logan have you seen the new Ocean master 27 with a single outboard?

Logan9581 · 11-21-2006, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Bay Fishin

Logan have you seen the new Ocean master 27 with a single outboard?

Yes, but I have not been in one....

I think new they are about 60k

CaptKevin · 11-21-2006, 06:47 PM

Check out SeaVee. They make a great hull proven to raise fish. You can get a single deisel in it and it cruises about 30 and burns about 6GPH..

Bodie · 11-21-2006, 07:43 PM

I've got a buddy here in nc with a 25' 2000 contender center consle with 2004 or 2005 twin 250 yamaha hpdi's with about 100 hrs on them. It's in your price range if you are interested pm me with your contact info and i will send it to him. It's a nice ride. red boot strap with black trim 50 gallon livewell and plenty of electronics.

rookiefisher · 11-21-2006, 10:45 PM

The longer I work at Viking the harder it is to want to buy a 20 something center console. And thanks for all the info on the used boats, but im not looking to buy until around fenruary or march. I dont wanna waste anyones time. And the more I look around the more I like the new Sea Hunt 260. But i know the resale wont be so great. But with twins and 26 foot I would definately keep it awhile. Check it out... http://www.seahuntboats.com Cant wait for the spring boat shows.

striper101 · 11-22-2006, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by rookiefisher

The longer I work at Viking the harder it is to want to buy a 20 something center console. And thanks for all the info on the used boats, but im not looking to buy until around fenruary or march. I dont wanna waste anyones time. And the more I look around the more I like the new Sea Hunt 260. But i know the resale wont be so great. But with twins and 26 foot I would definately keep it awhile. Check it out... http://www.seahuntboats.com Cant wait for the spring boat shows.

When your ready to buy, check out here! http://www.thehulltruth.com/forums/forum-view.asp?fid=6
They usually have a good selection of boats.

11-20-2006, 11:22 PM	#13
Logan9581 Sit down Shut up And fish Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Bradenton, FL Posts: 593 Credits: 3,998.8 Boat: 27 Oceanmaster, 18 Mako Flats	I've run the 24 center console albie. The one I fished had a 260hp volvo penta. Ran great, caught lots of fish, been to the bahamas in it too. Here is the only pic I have of it. My personal boat is a 27 ocean master with a diesel...10 times better than that albie! Lots more room. __________________ Capt. Logan Bradenton, FL www.mycatchlog.com

11-21-2006, 07:43 PM	#18
Bodie Bite me Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sneads Ferry NC Posts: 239 Credits: 1,352.1	I've got a buddy here in nc with a 25' 2000 contender center consle with 2004 or 2005 twin 250 yamaha hpdi's with about 100 hrs on them. It's in your price range if you are interested pm me with your contact info and i will send it to him. It's a nice ride. red boot strap with black trim 50 gallon livewell and plenty of electronics. __________________ Southern Buoy Fishing 25' Carolina Classic

11-21-2006, 10:45 PM	#19
rookiefisher I wear cool logos Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: South Jersey Posts: 58 Credits: 4,785.6	The longer I work at Viking the harder it is to want to buy a 20 something center console. And thanks for all the info on the used boats, but im not looking to buy until around fenruary or march. I dont wanna waste anyones time. And the more I look around the more I like the new Sea Hunt 260. But i know the resale wont be so great. But with twins and 26 foot I would definately keep it awhile. Check it out... http://www.seahuntboats.com Cant wait for the spring boat shows. Last edited by rookiefisher; 11-21-2006 at 10:48 PM.

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11-20-2006, 10:06 PM	#11
Bay Fishin Crab mustard is good Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Annapolis,Md Posts: 750 Credits: 1,435.1 Occupation: Tackle Ho, Boat Detailing	I think I have seen a 25 Contender with tein 150 hpis for 48k on the other site(The Hull Truth).Looks nice and is loaded with nice electronics.Its in SC

11-20-2006, 10:34 PM	#12
rookiefisher I wear cool logos Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: South Jersey Posts: 58 Credits: 4,785.6	I have been searching used and found some decent boats, leftovers too. Boats dont seem to drop in value as fast as cars. But anyway, has anyone ever ran an Albemarle 242 center console? Looks like a nice boat and definately a good name. Anyone know how capable this boat is? Its a 24 footer so I guess you couldnt go offshore but looks like a nice boat.

11-21-2006, 02:18 PM	#14
Loose Crew "If at first you don't succeed, don't try skydiving" Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 122 Credits: 1,256.8 Occupation: Yacht Salesman	23 Regulator is the boat to beat in that class. Contender is also a nice quality piece with a solid ride. Both will be good on resale. Four strokes would be ideal. Sea Craft is good and I would also put Mako on the list. Two other brands to look at would be Scout and Sailfish.

11-21-2006, 04:02 PM	#15
Bay Fishin Crab mustard is good Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Annapolis,Md Posts: 750 Credits: 1,435.1 Occupation: Tackle Ho, Boat Detailing	Logan have you seen the new Ocean master 27 with a single outboard?