Rob wrote in message .. .
I'm looking at used Tiaras and so far from what I've seen and read it's
a solid boat. I've been looking mainly at mid '90s 3100 Open models.
Anyone have any experience with these boats? Aside from engine
compartment access problems are there any other known issues with this
boat? I've been looking mostly at gas powered models since the diesels
seem to be pretty rare.

Thanks

Got a friend with a late 80's 3100 and he loves it. Its a good
compromise boat -Its got everything his wife wants for weekending and
cruising, but he can also fish it hard, including canyon trips for
tuna. The gas bill was a killer w/454's so when it was time to
repower he went w/ diesels. They'll never pay for theselves but
between the extra range, a little better cruising speed, and better
resale value he figured it was worth it. The only structural knock
was cracking of the fiberglass boxes that support the seats in the
cockpit.

Its a nice boat, one I'd consider when moving up from my 24' Grady.

FishFan