[Dredd]

Well, I'm sure you regulars have noticed my avatar and signature change. A year ago, in November, we looked at a Rinker 272 because we were starting to learn that we wanted a cuddy and a little more room. We fell in love with the wrap-around seating. Since then it's been one of the models that I keep an eye out for on the market. Some of the things we required for our next boat were; swim platform, Captain's Call, bimini, and a full camper canvas. This one came available a little over 5 hours from home and met all of our requirements so we took a trip to see it and ended up leaving a deposit on that cold, windy day in November. I listed my MX-19 when we got home. Within a few days I had some pretty serious inquiries. Within the week I was talking to her future owner who is 5.5 hours away. Within a few minutes of arriving the next weekend, her happy new owner pulled her out of my drive. We have been keeping in touch since. A couple more weekends of coordinating and letting Thanksgiving pass and I finally got to go pick up the Rinker. I got lucky and caught a 50 degree day for the final inspection and sea trial. I was thoroughly impressed with how quickly the 7.4/BII planned out and how well the stepped hull handled and crushed waves. The thru hull exhaust is pure music. I would have liked to stay with Mariah but we just didn't want sport seating at all. Rinker was really ahead of their time with the layout and walk-through transom they put on this model. This one has been well cared for, the vinyl is flawless and the overall fit and finish is actually really impressive. The F-150 we used to pull it home handled the load suprisingly well considering the package probably weighs in at nearly 8000#. The only drag was the fact that it only got 6mpg. I'm hoping the 30 mph winds cost us a couple mpg there but regardless, I'm currently in the market for a diesel.

[Phlorida]

Dredd -

A beautiful boat, well done. I am in a similar situation, I sold my Mariah bowrider because we want more room. I would love to stay with Mariah but Sea Ray, Rinker, Wellcraft and others have decent offerings and are easier to find. Have fun with the new boat!

[mikeyt]

Ya bought a "Stinker"?? Actually she's a nice looking boat and i do like the cockpit layout! Congrats!!

[ttownmatt]

Congrats Dredd, i was wondering if you were looking for a new boat when i saw yours on craigs list. She is a very nice looking boat.

[ShabahZ250]

Congrats Dredd!! She's a beauty, looks to be in great shape, love the cockpit layout too, perfect for entertaining! Rinker makes some really nice boats, my friend has a 342 Fiesta Vee, and I was looking at a Captiva 232 before I got my Z250. Hope you enjoy it, and know that you'll always be welcome here at the MOC!

[Dredd]

Thanks guys. Warm weather can't get here soon enough. I'm pretty tempted to start her up in the driveway with an antifreeze feed for a minute just because I want to hear that rumble again...lol
Good eye catching my listing, Matt. See you at the Perry Party!

[indykoch]

Wow! That is a nice lay-out! I really like it! Congrats on the new boat. I guess it's something we'll all have to deal with sooner or later - the original Mariah is no longer around, so our appetite for newer, bigger boats will eventually (and sadly) cause us to die off slowly I guess.

But don't let that deter you from sticking your cyber nose in on the MOC. I've always enjoyed and appreciated your insight and posts.

[ttownmatt]

Why wait for perry come to the winter party in Kansas City. Its always a good time.

[Dredd]

Yup, planning on that too... matter of fact... I was going to make my resos online a minute ago but I guess you have to call to get the MWBP rates since there's no promo code.