I need help - Am I crazy to be thinking this?

[bjames]

OK.. here is my dillema. We have a 2012 X25 that we had custom ordered last winter. Both my wife and I are very happy with the boat so far except for a few warranty issues still waiting for resolution (tech related issues).

Going back to last year before we even considered buying a new MC, we were looking at used (2008 - 2010) x-Stars primarilty because we were comming from a 2009 Moomba LSV and wanted a more core wakeboarding boat. At that time we had two 40th Aniversary X-Stars and a gorgeous 2010 x-star to choose from available at our dealer. Instead, we took an X25 out for a test and was happy about the performance and my wife wanted something that handled chop better than the LSV. So we purchased the X25, due to the handling, versatility, and other tech features that were all new to us both.

Now fast forward to 2012, not a day goes buy that I kind of regret NOT getting the used star. For the most part, we only use our boat for wakeboarding (95%) and somethimes we will anchor somewhere and relax, then later do some more sets. We very rarely have more than 5-6 people in the boat at any given time. This all get me thinking we would have been better off spending less on a core boat with out all the gadgets. What I actually miss about my LSV is that everything was simple (no computers/modules). Ballast was manual, PP was solid and simple and most important, the 4 point tower was solid rigid and was onyl folded down for storage - again, just a jump in and go boat.

Although I love my X25, I am not sure I am liking all the tech gadgets AND not having any real control over the ballast configurations (adding larger bags to the P&P). Also I would really prefer the 4 point tower.

I dont know why I am so hung up on this, but not a day goes by with me searching the net seeing what X-Stars are for sale.

Would I be insane to sell my X25 to get a older used X-Star (2008 40th or newer) . Part of the attraction for me thinks it would be more desireable to put the $25K or more towards our home mortgage and still having a kick-@ss boat with out potential headaches down the road.


Our current 2012 X25


2010 X-Star - Could have got a good deal on this one (pic of an exact version of the one that was on our dealer lot - brand new)



40th Aniversary (std photo)

[helton333]

I get it. I have done that with cars - you seem to be at a place I get from time to time where I struggle to justify expenses vs. the "worth it" factor - shedding debt to get a boat that fits your needs just as well - think you're thinking right.

[kalamalka]

Its interesting that you say that. Just this morning my friend who owns a local independant marine shop was saying that his tech has been busy all summer with new mc electrical issues. he said that most were covered by warranty seeing that his tech is mastercraft certified, but its just time off the water especially the albertans who pay big dollars to stay here. I do like the simplicity of my x1 for that reason. If you dont mind me asking, what would be the difference in $ for the stars compaired to your 25?

[surfacetension]

If your thinking about it this hard I say go with the X Star, I've seen lots of complaints about all the high tech stuff in the new boats, I have an X2 with Gauges and I still don't like the ballast pump timers . Too high tech for me I guess. If you can sell your 25 or trade it on an X star you should do it. Like I said if your thinking about it this much then I say go

[bjames]

Originally Posted by kalamalka

If you dont mind me asking, what would be the difference in $ for the stars compaired to your 25?

Depends of course on which X-Star I go with and is available. I see a few 40th listed for around the $64K mark. I have seen 2012 X25 (no power tower) listed for $95K. So it could be anywhere from 20 - 30K difference.

For me it more of having a boat that I can service myself down the road. I would have to say my favorite X-Star has always been the 40th Aniversary - Love the look, but the only thing I would replace is the bimini. I would order a Z5 instead - like what I had on my Moomba.

[cdstukey]

You're not crazy. Or if you are, you are certainly not alone. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't wish I still had a DD slalom boat in which the most advanced technology was two analog speedos.
Of course my wife wouldnt trade the new boat for anything, and we all know who wins that battle.

[gid]

I cant wrap my mind around buying a 80k+ 'toy' and having issues.

[501s]

The X-25 is touted as one of the best wakeboard boats going. Way more room and storage then the older X-star and a very comparable wake. And a much better surf wave. And your boat is paid off. I hear you on the electronics though. Tough call. You are not crazy. And I prefer the ZFT-4 to the 4 point towers any day. I love this tower. I never liked those gaudy speaker connectors on the exterior of the 4 point towers.

[onejdgreen]

No offense, but I wish I had your problems...

[itch2ski]

I wish I had your $ problems, not your boat problems...
I wish MC would take note of these things and not phase out all the "jump in and go boats" that are simple like your Moomba.