Posted by DWinter on 01/16/10 - 6:29 AM
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If you are going to buy it there and take it somewhere else for service, you'll be fine. Make sure you have a local dealer in mind for service and make sure he'll take it in. Whether you bought from the dealer who services it, makes a difference in who gets service first. Most any dealer will service his own customers first especially when it comes to a warranty repair. This is an unwritten rule in the industry whether anyone admits to it or not. Also, make sure you pay close attention to the serial numbers and verify it against what year/model you are being are being told it is. New doesn't always mean this model year. I have seen their Boat Show specials and they will put a "new" 2006 motor on a 2008 boat. May not seem like much it makes a big difference in value. Buyer beware.