Just got the OK from the Boss!!!

[Winerocks]

Ok, not to be deterred, whom do you guys recommend I reach out to to get a quote? Paying MSRP would suck and I'm unwilling to do so... I'd sooner buy in January... Thanks!

If you’re not already a member, you should join the Scarab Jet Boat Facebook group. Leonard Maraist is the Moderator, and he operated a dealership. It is a big group, very active and supportive. There are many dealers in the group, and sometimes members selling low-hour boats (usually to trade up to bigger Scarabs). You might get lucky.

 

[Tempest]

If you’re not already a member, you should join the Scarab Jet Boat Facebook group. Leonard Maraist is the Moderator, and he operated a dealership. It is a big group, very active and supportive. There are many dealers in the group, and sometimes members selling low-hour boats (usually to trade up to bigger Scarabs). You might get lucky.

Leonard is great. I've spoken to him in the past and was to visit him in New Orleans once I had placed an order as his dealer agreement w/Scarab required a sea trial if I'm not mistaken. That never happened as COVID changed everyone's plans. The boat was actually meant as a means to save our summer since things have drastically changed... The boat that I missed ticked all the right boxes.

 

[Tempest]

@Tempest I linked you Skipper Buds above. If you would like me to I can send you all the Scarab places around here, some don't list their boats in boat trader, but I am not sure if Michigan is in your zone, etc. Let me know, I don't mind.

Please!!! I'm pulling out my hair... A road trip is very much NOT out of the question. Thank you!!!

 

[HangOutdoors]

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They have 1 195 ID Left Here

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Only places that have inventory it appears that are around here.

 

[Julian]

When we bought our first boat, my wife was luke-warm to the idea, to say the least. We ended up purchasing a 12-year old Sea-Doo for 15K. I figured that even if we lost 100% of the value of the boat (broken down, stolen, just didn't want it anymore), it wouldn't be the end of the world. It would hurt, but be manageable. Anyway once we got the boat, she loved it! She loved being on it more than I do, I think. So, when I was thinking about purchasing a new Scarab, I figured she'd be the voice of reason and would veto the idea. Nope! She was full-on board! We are now the proud owners of a 2019 Scarab 195 ID. All that to say is that once you're out on the boat, your wife will see the value of the boat and will see you as the smartest man on the planet! I'm sure your daughter will love being out there too!



A new Scarab 195 ID (250 hp) starts at $38,300 but can go up to over $64,000 (with the factory discount) if you completely spec it out!

That's nuts. Absolutely no way I'd pay 64k for a 19' jet boat. Absurd. But perhaps some people do....each to their own.

 

[Tempest]

That's nuts. Absolutely no way I'd pay 64k for a 19' jet boat. Absurd. But perhaps some people do....each to their own.

Crazy right?!?!?!?

 

[Nexus]

That's nuts. Absolutely no way I'd pay 64k for a 19' jet boat. Absurd. But perhaps some people do....each to their own.

I think the 300hp is $1.7K or so more on top of that. Of course, that price includes a Wake system (tower, digital speed control, ballast system, wake enhancement system and board racks) for ~$8.5K, a "Premium Sound system" for $2K, a 10" (I think) touch screen display for $3.8K, aluminum tires and spare and upgraded trailer for around ~$1.6K, Fancy graphics with the impact graphic (think marine mat but on the outer hull) at $1.7K and other upgrades. It adds up fast! I'm not really convinced of the value of most of that stuff. Especially, as you say, for a 19' boat.

 

[Tempest]

I think the 300hp is $1.7K or so more on top of that. Of course, that price includes a Wake system (tower, digital speed control, ballast system, wake enhancement system and board racks) for ~$8.5K, a "Premium Sound system" for $2K, a 10" (I think) touch screen display for $3.8K, aluminum tires and spare and upgraded trailer for around ~$1.6K, Fancy graphics with the impact graphic (think marine mat but on the outer hull) at $1.7K and other upgrades. It adds up fast! I'm not really convinced of the value of most of that stuff. Especially, as you say, for a 19' boat.

Love the Scarabs but, can definitely see the appeal of the Yamahas. Beautiful brand new AR195 for $38,600. Promised my kid a boat so I have some hard decisions to make this upcoming week... ive been searching for days but everything is so expensive.
All i want is a 195 ID w/250hp in impulse red with the Bimini tower and standard sound system, dock mode, etc... are the really that expensive. Wow...

 

[Nexus]

Love the Scarabs but, can definitely see the appeal of the Yamahas. Beautiful brand new AR195 for $38,600. Promised my kid a boat so I have some hard decisions to make this upcoming week... ive been searching for days but everything is so expensive.
All i want is a 195 ID w/250hp in impulse red with the Bimini tower and standard sound system, dock mode, etc... are the really that expensive. Wow...

Are you dead-set on buying new? I found this on a quick search.

Shop Scarab Impulse 195 Boats For Sale | Boat Trader

Find Scarab Impulse 195 boats for sale near you, including boat prices, photos, and more. Locate Scarab boat dealers and find your boat at Boat Trader!

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This is for a 2015 195 Impulse with 25 hours on the engine (warranty replaced) for $29K. Point is you could probably get a very nice used boat fir much less money.

 

[Tempest]

Are you dead-set on buying new? I found this on a quick search.tha

Shop Scarab Impulse 195 Boats For Sale | Boat Trader

Find Scarab Impulse 195 boats for sale near you, including boat prices, photos, and more. Locate Scarab boat dealers and find your boat at Boat Trader!

www.boattrader.com

This is for a 2015 195 Impulse with 25 hours on the engine (warranty replaced) for $29K. Point is you could probably get a very nice used boat fir much less money.

Thank you, yes I’d like new. Barring some miracle it looks like I might have to go a different route. I’m trying to buy this week.

 

[Nexus]

Thank you, yes I’d like new. Barring some miracle it looks like I might have to go a different route. I’m trying to buy this week.

Hmm... Just noticed this thread. Could be why you are having difficulties.

 

[Skysurfer2010]

The general consensus with the cleanout ports in Yamahas is that although they seem like a good idea, are more of a gimmick. I boat in a river that tends to have a fair bit of debris (logs, sticks, plastic bottles, weeds), and have never had to manually pull anything out of either pump. Things get in there, but a couple of donuts and kill the engines, and the crud comes out.

I couldn't disagree more. If there weren't clean out ports I couldn't own a jet boat. Way too much crap in the water where I boat. My first day with the new boat I had to use them! I'd never even consider a jet boat without them.

 

[Dean P]

I couldn't disagree more. If there weren't clean out ports I couldn't own a jet boat. Way too much crap in the water where I boat. My first day with the new boat I had to use them! I'd never even consider a jet boat without them.

"There's more than one way to skin a cat" as they say. I have lots of seaweed where I boat. At certain times of the year it's worse than others. When I had my Yami I was constantly stopping to pull the plug and clean out the crap. I have a Chap now and I still boat in the same water. I have not had any issues. It seems to chop it up and spit it out (I guess). Maybe it's the extra HP? I doubt it. But I do not have issues like I did with the Yami.