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Reginald P. Smithers III Reginald P. Smithers III is offline
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Default What's the deal with Bayliner?

Harry Krause wrote:
Reginald P. Smithers III wrote:
Robk1013 wrote:
What would all you guy rate as the best manufacturer for quality and
reliability
Dan J.S. wrote:
wrote in message
ups.com...
I've heard they are actually a pretty low-quality mfj. I know
theres a
dealer that sells a few of them locally , but you don't see many of
them.

But I was thinking that if they are so bad, then how do they stay in
business?

Surely , I would think, they have to make something good.....

how did they get their dubious reputation?

I think most US made boats have ****ty fit and finish. I owned a
Wellcraft
that was falling apart from day one. Bayliners actually got their act
together because of all the crap they were catching for their crappy
quality. If there was only more competition from foreign boat
manufacturers!
maybe some day.

Crownline is a mid price range boat that consistently rates in the top
end in all consumer reviews. Anyone who was in the market for a a
runabout or a maxi cruiser (bubble boat) really should check out
Crownline. There are a number of people who own them on our dock and
everyone who owns one LOVES them. It reminds me of Honda owners in
the 80's and 90's. They are rabid when describing how great their
boat is.


"There are a number of people who own them on our dock..."

You have a dock in your bathtub, Reggie?


Harry,
Have you noticed I really am not interested in trading barbs with you?
This is another On topic thread, that hopefully can can generate some
boating discussion without generating into a personal battle between
regulars.
--
Reggie

That's my story and I am sticking to it!