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2015 vs 2017 AR210

Darin

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I found a dealer that has some left over 2015s. I was thinking I wanted a newer one but it is a new boat - just the old one.

What will I be missing out on a 2015 vs 2017?

TR-1 engines on the 2017.

No extended keel. Maybe the thrust vectors make it good enough.

No connect.

Even if it is new - is is still 2 - soon to be 3 years old

What would be my target price on it?

Thanks,
D.
 

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The biggest item that comes to my mind is the noise reduction and folding seats built into the 2017.
 

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I agree with @buckbuck I would still consider this but it would need to be around $35,000 out the door all fees and taxes included even though the boat will be new the second you drive off the lot it is a 2-3 year old used boat much more than that you would be up ended pretty hard pretty fast.
 

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Price on eBay was $34,995. I called them and they quoted my $36,499.

They have 3 of the 2015s left in stock., 10 hour drive each way, etc. If it was low 30s I would consider it but I am thinking pass.

D.
 

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For that price I would go 2015. With the 24' lineup, there is not much of a difference especially for that price.
 

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Price on eBay was $34,995. I called them and they quoted my $36,499.

They have 3 of the 2015s left in stock., 10 hour drive each way, etc. If it was low 30s I would consider it but I am thinking pass.

D.
Honestly I would pass unless you can get a better deal. I'm struggling to buy a 17 as I know the 18's are being shown in less than 3 months!
 

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If it was a 24' I would consider it but the 21' had a lot of changes. 2018s right around the corner - the 2015 will take another hit in value.

D.
 
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