"Konnie" wrote in message
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My mate and I are considering purchasing a 22' or 23' Chaparral runabout.
I
was just on a business trip on the east coast and priced the SSi220 and it
was $5,000 less than in Arizona where we live.

So I get back home and the local dealer tell me the profit margin on the
boat is only 20% and he has discounted 15% and can't go any lower.

I don't mind paying anyone in business a fair profit but I would like the
truth - does any one know how much profit are in these boats?

Konnie


Sun Country Marine? If so, proceed with caution, and don't expect any
deals. They are not known for aggressive pricing, and their service
department is widely recognized as one of the worst in AZ. Never heard a
positive comment from anybody who's had to deal with their service
department. I know several people who own Chaparrals and Formulas, and they
all have negative things to say regarding Sun Country's service department.
If you're stuck on Chapparral (nothing wrong with that) then I wouldn't
hesitate to shop out of town. On the other hand, you may want to consider
other manufacturers, which would bring other local dealers into the mix.

RG