Bobber Down 921 Report post Posted February 22, 2018 Hey the boat show is happening Fri Sat Sun at the CLE. Anyone buying? Prices too high in T Bay? Who knew? How could anyone anticipate that? Well you can always walk over to the Heritage building after and take in the Fur Trappers Convention. That's always an interesting venue. Quote Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming - WOW - what a ride!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arvey 154 Report post Posted February 22, 2018 Show started today went with a bud just to look around. As usual boats are under powered to show what they call a good price , but by the time you outfit it you looking at a second mortgage or remortgage your house. Thinking of buying a 40 Tohatsu 3 cylinder 2 stroke . Anybody know anything about these? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
levi64 72 Report post Posted February 23, 2018 I 1 hour ago, arvey said: Show started today went with a bud just to look around. As usual boats are under powered to show what they call a good price , but by the time you outfit it you looking at a second mortgage or remortgage your house. Thinking of buying a 40 Tohatsu 3 cylinder 2 stroke . Anybody know anything about these? All the shows are the same. I was at the Duluth show last weekend, same thing, of course if you can throw 45k at a pontoon boat you can afford to upgrade the motor. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foozer 194 Report post Posted February 23, 2018 I've been to a few in Duluth and the outdoors shows here, always hoping for a deal. But it's a boat "show." Not a "sale." And if you can afford something from there you can afford an upgrade. 1 Quote Since we can not call female anglers "fisherman" We should just call 'em hookers..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arvey 154 Report post Posted February 23, 2018 I'm pretty sure the sign said boat show and sale but I could be wrong and yes if you can afford the pkg. you can afford the upgrade. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eyelander 164 Report post Posted February 23, 2018 It does. But does that mean the boats are for sale???? or is it other stuff at the show that is for sale? Quote Prior Proper Planning Prevents Piss Poor Performance Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bobber Down 921 Report post Posted February 28, 2018 Did anyone get a deal at the boat show this year? Did anyone buy one? Anyone Quote Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming - WOW - what a ride!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Trevor Zimak 171 Report post Posted March 1, 2018 Prices are nuts anywhere you go. Whether that is because of extra freight or shipping, and of course the current path of the USD/CAN dollar, I don't know. Either way, dealers in Canada want to make thousands off every sale. Food for thought here .... A few years ago I called T&Marine in Grand Rapids, MN. Ended up paying $14,400 (then exchange + taxes) for a BRAND NEW 250 Pro XS. Went to three dealers in town and $26000$ was best price I got ..... ummm EXCUSE ME!!!! I almost died! Even @ the current exchange of a $1.30 on the dollar that's 18,700CAN .... A 7300$ savings!!!! Also, more recently ... spoke with a few dealers in MN and had a good conversation with the guy about how they are only interested in "getting boats out on the lakes." More boats out in the public eye equals more sales and more return business in the long run. I.E outboard oil, accessories, warranty work, etc. If you're looking for an Alumacraft, pontoon, or a Nitro Bass Boat call Westre's Sport and Marine in St. Cloud. Ask for Jay Schade and let him know Zimmer sent ya. I always give local places a shot but they told me "they can't even buy the boat/motor for what I told them I was quoted" let alone sell it http://westresmarine.com/ 1 320-230-0000 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wopfisher 58 Report post Posted March 1, 2018 Yes looking out of town pays off we bought a Lund rebel from discount RV and marine down in Vaughan and saved around $6000 and they actually met us in Sudbury for no additional costs. Also last year I️ bought a Alumacraft v16 and saved around $3000 and that was at mid north’s play power sport in Sudbury both great dealerships to deal with! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crisop 65 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 I picked up my 1775 impact from discount rv and marine in 2016 as well and saved $10,000 over the local price and they even gave me a gas card to drive back 2 Quote 2017 Dog Lake Open Champion Line Cutter Fishy AF Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fishman1 164 Report post Posted March 4, 2018 My friend purchased a boat from the states as he saved $10 k, had a warranty issue in June, contacted a local dealership to fix the issue, first question, where did you make the purchase? This was in June, they said they could look at it in September. The other dealership in town fixed it pronto. service with a smile in Thunder Bay? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crisop 65 Report post Posted March 5, 2018 customer service in thunder bay is almost non existent anymore Quote 2017 Dog Lake Open Champion Line Cutter Fishy AF Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Trevor Zimak 171 Report post Posted March 9, 2018 Can't say I have had any issues with warranty work. i've always gone to NCCS. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fishman1 164 Report post Posted March 11, 2018 On March 9, 2018 at 7:50 AM, Trevor Zimak said: Can't say I have had any issues with warranty work. i've always gone to NCCS. Nccs fixed it pronto, the other guys wouldn't touch it till the fall. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites