2018 is that a typo on the boat year? or is it being built? Hull looks a little like my 20.6 wellcraft. Hard riding in any moderate seas but a great boat for the size. What's a good deal and what power.

 

If the price is just a tick under 40K it's because there's a 150 hung on it. Wonder if it's the minimum hp, no specs for that on builders site.

 

Max HP for a 2016 model is 225.

I checked around and most are being offered with a 200 HP engine.

150 HP will be under powered under most fishing/diving conditions.

I believe in powering a boat with the max it will take.

Less stress on engine and better performance.

Check most manufacturers' performance figures. Two people on board with 1/2 tank of fuel, under 10 knots winds. LMAO. When does anyone operate a boat under these conditions?

Two reasons people buy new boats. They want a larger boat or a larger engine.

http://www.greencovemarina.com/Clearwater_2016_2200CC.html

 

Subscribed to this thread. I am looking at the same boat. I think I would opt for the 200 if I pulled the trigger, though. Pros I've read is solid hull and decent ride. Negative was the fit and finish left a lot to be desired. What do you expect for the cost though?

 

Fwiw, the upgrade to the f200 inline 4 over the f150 was 3k when I inquired.

 

Do your research before upgrading to the f200 over the 150. When optioned with my boat it only provided two more miles per hour over the 150 turning the exact same prop. The fact that they come rigged from the factory turning the same prop should tell you there isn't much difference in hp. According to Yamaha performance data the 150 was actually more fuel efficient at cruise than the 200. Just my two cents.

 

I have. Seen a lot of opinions like yours, but about as many say pay the extra bit of money.. you'll be glad you did when the boat is loaded down and you have a long run. It'll be a family boat and loaded down often. I know the F150 is probably one of the best outboards made reliability wise. My question was is the in line 200 just as reliable? I know the larger 4 strokes have problems.

 

Not a fan. Lower quality, just pay more.

 

Dang ! That's not good at all ! Thanks for the heads up on them !