I recomend that you must forget the 4.5 m and focus on the larger size. You see I used a boat like the one you want to buy (GOMORIZZO 4,5 & YAMAH 50), but when the 2 kids (twins) were added to the family's population it was impossible to make long journeys or vacation with that boat. Now we have one Bat 9 Falcon X (5,50 m) and things are more comfortable by far.
Michael (bat_falcon@hotmail.com)
Thanks for advice. I'm now coming round to 5m plus for boat. What about engine size for this size and would it be worth waiting for a 4 stroke instead of 2 stroke?
If the boat is 5 m plus (about 480 - 530 kg net) you must consider for 100 Hp plus engine, WITHOUT ignoring the manufacturer's recomendetions. As far as the 2 or 4 stroke, it depends on your wallet. 2 strokes are cheeper but drink to much. On the contrary 4 strokes cost much more and drink much less fuel. I think about 25 - 30% less. 2 strokes are much easier to maintain and have punch in acceleration, but 4 strokes are quieter, cleaner, and "enviromental friendly". If you are going to participate in races, having a 4 stroke you propably see the sterns (or the smokes) of the 2 stroke powered. All the above are facts. The decision is yours.
I used to have a 2 stroke engine. My new RIB has 4 stroke engine. Go for a 4 stroke every time. Its quite, economical and reliable, unlike 2 strokes. I have a Yamaha 100.
I have a boat for sale.
Valiant D.R. 5.50 (1999)
mariner optimax 135hp (2001)
perfect condition
incl. trailer, ski pole, cover, etc. etc.
13000,- pound sterling
I think for english market very interresting.
You only have to get it in Holland.
tel. +31 653167053 Niels@kroegie.nl
friendly greetings
Niels Deen
The Netherlands
