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John H.

On Thu, 29 Nov 2007 07:36:42 -0500, " JimH" ask wrote:

"John H." wrote in message
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On Wed, 28 Nov 2007 18:25:12 -0500, " JimH" ask wrote:

"Tim" wrote in message
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I was wondering if there are any stats on how long people actually
keep their boat. Like if they buy a new runabout or cuddie etc. how
long do they actually keep it, before selling it or trading it in for
a new model.

some people keep cars a year then trade for new, others buy new and
run the wheels off it.

I've never bought a brand new boat in my life and really don't plan on
it. My two boats are 1983 and 1977. Both in very good shape and will
be keeping them for quite a while.

Does anyone know what is the average trade off or average length of
ownership is for boats?

I would guess I change boats every 5-7 years. I have only purchased 1 new
boat and that was only because the dealership was going out of business
and
I got a great deal on it.

My 20 foot runabout is being gifted to my son when he is actually able to
take ownership and advantage of using it. I received a call from the
marina
today that the outdrive maintenance has been completed and the boat is
ready
to be picked up. They found some additional problems with the
OD.....which
they repaired. We are picking it up over the weekend to be shrink
wrapped
and winter stored at another site (cheaper).

That's really great that you're going to give it to your son. Are you
going
to pay the storage fees for him also. That would be a super gift!
--
John H

Reading comprehension problems John?

What did I misunderstand? Does 'being gifted' not mean the same as 'give
it'?
--
John H