Sweetwater - more for your money
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- laurenmiller
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Sweetwater - more for your money
I have had my Sweetwater for four years and absolutely love it. Although, Sweetwater offers many sizes and floor plans, we decided to go with the 22 foot pontoon from the crusier series. Although this is a larger pontoon with many extras, it was very reasonably priced. We picked the off white, tan, and blue interior with the blue stripes on the side and blue covers. It looks so great on the water. We can easily seat 12 adults and have on many occasions. We have a grill, table, and nice stereo which makes for great entertaining. We wouldn't trade the countless fun times we have had with our family and friends on our boat for anything. I commend Godfrey and Sweetwater for having such a boat that met our needs exactly while selling at a reasonable price.
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Re: Sweetwater - more for your money
WElcome aboard!
PICS DAMN IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
PICS DAMN IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Re: Sweetwater - more for your money
bragging is cool, but you teasing us without the pics. Now that's a no no
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Re: Sweetwater - more for your money
Welcome and good to hear you like your sweetwater! Now lets see the pics!
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Re: Sweetwater - more for your money
Welcome, did anyone ask you about pictures yet???
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Re: Sweetwater - more for your money
I'm considering a Sweetwater, how have you enjoyed yours over the years?
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Sincerely,
Rich
Sincerely,
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2007 20' Princecraft Vantage 20L
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Re: Sweetwater - more for your money
I think this guy must work for Sweetwater...
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Re: Sweetwater - more for your money
+1
Craig and Paula
"THE FLOATER" rebuild Spring 2013
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94 Party Barge 24' 115 merc
Turning Point hustler 14 x 13 prop
22mph gps 3 people
12 F150
Overland Park Ks
Hillsdale Lake, KS
"THE FLOATER" rebuild Spring 2013
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=15328
94 Party Barge 24' 115 merc
Turning Point hustler 14 x 13 prop
22mph gps 3 people
12 F150
Overland Park Ks
Hillsdale Lake, KS
- badmoonrising
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Re: Sweetwater - more for your money
Yep and he's gone to the Malcom Sohm school of internet trolling.
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Re: Sweetwater - more for your money
Well, can anyone answer the question, how well do Sweetwater boats hold up over time as compared to say a Bennington S?
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Re: Sweetwater - more for your money
Capt. Dan wrote:Well, can anyone answer the question, how well do Sweetwater boats hold up over time as compared to say a Bennington S?
Can't tell without any pics
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Re: Sweetwater - more for your money
Pics? I'm asking the board about experiences with a boat brand I am considering...
2015 26 Avalon Catalina Cruise, 150 Mecury Four Stroke, venture trailer
1998 Albemarle 247, 5.7 Volvo DuoProp, Owens & Sons Aluminum Trailer
2009 Ford F-150 Lariat Super Crew, 5.4L
1998 Albemarle 247, 5.7 Volvo DuoProp, Owens & Sons Aluminum Trailer
2009 Ford F-150 Lariat Super Crew, 5.4L
Re: Sweetwater - more for your money
Captain Dan: Pontoons and tritoons are pretty generic boats. Since they're aluminum, they've got a much longer lifespan than a fiberglass full hulled boat, and they're also very durable after any bugs are worked out the first few months.
As far as differences: Yes there are some subtle differences in brands, but they often don't matter. There are a dozen brands of pontoons I would be proud to own.
I just went with the Bennington because we have a couple of great dealerships within 90 miles. And the warranty is in a class of its own. And the price was fair for the 24SSLX I bought. While I don't intend to trade, resale is tops and they don't last long on a dealer's lot preused. (My old Starcraft lasted 27 years.)
The main thing is to have a dealer willing to compete for your business with a fair price, and a dealer that's been around awhile. You want them around to service your needs. And remember that if you buy 100 miles away, any warranty work will require driving 600 miles back and forth before it's home.
As far as differences: Yes there are some subtle differences in brands, but they often don't matter. There are a dozen brands of pontoons I would be proud to own.
I just went with the Bennington because we have a couple of great dealerships within 90 miles. And the warranty is in a class of its own. And the price was fair for the 24SSLX I bought. While I don't intend to trade, resale is tops and they don't last long on a dealer's lot preused. (My old Starcraft lasted 27 years.)
The main thing is to have a dealer willing to compete for your business with a fair price, and a dealer that's been around awhile. You want them around to service your needs. And remember that if you buy 100 miles away, any warranty work will require driving 600 miles back and forth before it's home.
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Re: Sweetwater - more for your money
Bamaman, we need to talk!
I am looking at a Bennington 24 SSRX. Looking to set it up at a tritoon, 150 hp. How is yours set up? What kind of numbers are you seeing? Any pix posted? Would love to see some underside shots if you have them.
I am looking at a Bennington 24 SSRX. Looking to set it up at a tritoon, 150 hp. How is yours set up? What kind of numbers are you seeing? Any pix posted? Would love to see some underside shots if you have them.
2015 26 Avalon Catalina Cruise, 150 Mecury Four Stroke, venture trailer
1998 Albemarle 247, 5.7 Volvo DuoProp, Owens & Sons Aluminum Trailer
2009 Ford F-150 Lariat Super Crew, 5.4L
1998 Albemarle 247, 5.7 Volvo DuoProp, Owens & Sons Aluminum Trailer
2009 Ford F-150 Lariat Super Crew, 5.4L