Baller Jboss Posted February 11, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 11, 2019 Hello, I am looking at a 60-hour '17 Prostar and comparing it to ordering a new '19. The configs of the two boats are identical. The '17 is in immaculate condition and has three years of warranty left. My negotiated price difference is $16K between the two boats. I would like to know if the group here sees $16K as a reasonable difference. I am not familiar with the depreciation curve of the Prostar and would love to know what you all think. Also, are there any material differences between the '17 and the '19 that I should be made aware of? I have not found any in my research. Thanks in advance for your help! Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 34mph Posted February 11, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 11, 2019 Save the $ buy the 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skimtb Posted February 11, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 11, 2019 The 19 will have new vinyl, Odessa. If the 17 has the options you want (you mention identical vs new) and colors you either like or can tolerate, I’d go for that. Only reason to get the 19 would be to pick your own colors or longer warranty by a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Dacon62 Posted February 11, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 11, 2019 Think the ‘17 has the flappers exhaust while the ‘19 has the SS turned down units(optional or standard?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MarkTimm Posted February 11, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 11, 2019 Not sure where you are located but you can use the 2018 for sale @ https://www.yvmarine.com in Yakima Washington as a comparison. This boat has been listed on CL for $59,999. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Jboss Posted February 11, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted February 11, 2019 Thank you for your feedback, everyone. I appreciate it. @Dacon62 What is the purpose of the turned-down exhaust? Love the look but what about functionality? @MarkTimm Thank you for the comparison listing. It's a good one. Decisions decisions decisions. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller swc5150 Posted February 11, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 11, 2019 Aren't the down turn exhaust ports just an option? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 6balls Posted February 11, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 11, 2019 Used all day long and twice on Sunday. 60 hours is nothing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Jboss Posted February 11, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted February 11, 2019 @swc5150 I can't find them as an option anywhere, including the boat configurator on the Mastercraft website. It makes me wonder what other options are available that I am not seeing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ RichardDoane Posted February 11, 2019 Baller_ Share Posted February 11, 2019 @Jboss turned down exhaust tips will be quieter at idle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Jboss Posted February 11, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted February 11, 2019 @RichardDoane Hmmm. Me no like. I like that throaty rumble at idle. Also, after doing a little research, it looks like the downturned exhaust became standard on the Prostar in 2018. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Dacon62 Posted February 11, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 11, 2019 @Jboss I only have a comparison of my old ‘13 TXi with reg flappers vs my friends ‘14 TXi with the SS turned down exhaust as a reference. Both had the Indmar 350HP motor. My friends boat was quieter at all RPMs. Still sounded good but took the edge off the sound. Mine was more brappy. Anyways, I love the rumble of a V8 but his was less annoying, you never need to replace a flapper and it looks better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonster17 Posted February 12, 2019 Share Posted February 12, 2019 Turned down is standard from 2018 onwards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Jerry44 Posted February 12, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 12, 2019 I was in the same situation as you last September and I bought a '17 Prostar. I think it just boils down to this. Are you willing to take an appoximately 12k hit in the first year to have a brand new boat? It wasn't worth it to me right now. In a few years it might be. It just depends on your situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller RAWSki Posted February 12, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 12, 2019 I remember when Malibu put SS downturn exhausts on their Responses and the boats actually became louder than with the flippers at speed . Can't deny the look is great but of course that's only improved when on a trailer or lift . @Jboss you can't go wrong with either Prostar, it just depends on how long you plan to have the boat, annual usage, etc. I would lean toward the 17 . FWIW Rumor has it this is the last year for a 5.7L ProStar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Jboss Posted February 12, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted February 12, 2019 Great advice, guys. Thank you. I am seriously leaning toward the '17. I'm deciding this week for sure. I'll post pics if I go with the '17. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gapullin Posted February 13, 2019 Share Posted February 13, 2019 Personally I prefer the cost savings of a two year old boat. Furthermore, I have a 2017, it's been a good model, and the year was generally reliable. Prostar have generally held their value well. The boat mates perfectly with the 5.7. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Rednucleus Posted February 13, 2019 Baller_ Share Posted February 13, 2019 2 yrs old, 60 hrs, nicely warmed up and any bugs worked out. Think how many skis and cool fins you can buy with the extra 16K!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller swc5150 Posted February 13, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 13, 2019 FYI, if you buy the '17, you have 14 days to get the warranty transfer docs sent in, and don't forget to include the $500 fee. This is assuming you're buying from the original owner, as the warranty can only be transferred once (at 60 hours I'm guessing original owner). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jayski Posted February 13, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 13, 2019 If you want to wait till fall I'll have a '19 for you that will make that spread not so large Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Jboss Posted February 13, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted February 13, 2019 I ended-up pulling the trigger on a different '17. Only 45 hours. Absolute showroom condition. Loaded. Got an amazing deal. Here is a pic. Thanks for the advice, guys!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted February 13, 2019 Administrators Share Posted February 13, 2019 @Jboss oh I was considering those exact colors for my 2020 boat. That thing looks awesome you're going to love it. Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Jboss Posted February 13, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted February 13, 2019 Thanks! Here are a few more... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted February 13, 2019 Administrators Share Posted February 13, 2019 @Jboss wait a minute Liquid Edge? Is that Doug Meeker's dealership? Oh! I don't know if I would do business with that guy :-) Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller swc5150 Posted February 13, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 13, 2019 Great looking boat!! Congrats!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikegile Posted February 13, 2019 Share Posted February 13, 2019 @MarkTimm I thought you were buying the creamsicle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller LakeOneSkier Posted February 13, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 13, 2019 Liquid Edge/Doug Meeker rule. I gladly drive a 4 hour round trip just for a 15 minute set with him. :smiley: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted February 13, 2019 Administrators Share Posted February 13, 2019 Jokes aside - I spent Nationals week with Doug last year. Great guy. Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Drew_Wright_OBXtoFl Posted February 13, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 13, 2019 Doug Meeker is awesome. I sold my 197 to a guy in Iowa and agreag to drive it out to him from Carolina. Kitty Hawk NC no less as far east as man can go. Just happened Doug had a new Prostar I could pick up on the way home. Great deal one of my favorite all time color schemes. He equips the boat's awesomely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller powbmps Posted February 13, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 13, 2019 Beautiful boat! Nice to have the racks on both sides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Jboss Posted February 13, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted February 13, 2019 Yeah, Doug seems like a super nice guy. Super knowledgeable too. Great combo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Bulldog Posted February 13, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 13, 2019 @Jboss Congratulations! that boat is STUNNING!!! "Do Better..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller LoopSki Posted February 13, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 13, 2019 Awesome boat , you will love as I do mine. Similar color scheme Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Chef23 Posted February 14, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 14, 2019 Sweet looking boat you will love it. One of my ski buddies bought a 2016 PS and the boat is awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller swc5150 Posted February 14, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 14, 2019 Another addition to the Prostar club! Besides just being the best boat out there (biased opinion), I get the impression MC is seeing an ROI as a sponsor here:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skimtb Posted February 14, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 14, 2019 Nice rig. I can look at prostars all day long.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Jboss Posted February 14, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted February 14, 2019 Thanks! I’m pumped! Unfortunately, I live in the Midwest, so I have a couple months of painful waiting ahead of me. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller swc5150 Posted February 14, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 14, 2019 @Jboss no doubt! 32" of snow here in WI over the last week. Thanks to @epnault for the bad@$$ snow removal equipment. Just stared at my Prostar after plowing snow...it's going to be a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted February 14, 2019 Administrators Share Posted February 14, 2019 @Jboss My 2019 ProStar will in the water in about a month. Come on out and get some rides - on me. Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Jboss Posted February 14, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted February 14, 2019 @Horton Thanks, John !! I'm out your way on business every couple of months. I'll try to swing down the check your place out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller epnault Posted February 15, 2019 Baller Share Posted February 15, 2019 @swc5150 - Shame on you for buying snow plowing equipment. You may have jinxed our early spring. Nice ProStar OP - The guys at Liquid Edge are great people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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