I am looking at buying an 08 Cat. There are 2 boats of interest right know. First one is a Cougar with an E-tec. The boat is fully decked with all options. B worner from Marks in IA has been posting it in the for sale section.The other is a Puma on Consignment at Greene in NC. I like the colors better and have wanted a puma. This boat is a nice boat, But it only has a 82lb trolling motor and has Lowrance electronics. I really want the hummingbird. The Cougar has more options and is $2000 less. So here is my dilema. I have never ridden in a boat with the E-tec. I like the Pro xs. For those of you using the E-tec H.O. Do you like it. Would you buy another. For those of you using the Pro xs would you be willing to give it up, for the right deal. I guess the good news is. That this being my only dilema, I will soon be part of the family
Absolutley I would by etec again, real quiet, fast, looks awesome!! easy maintenance and winterize procedures. minme is a 07 225ho , and an early welcome to you!!!Last edited by scubaman154 on February 28th, 2009, 7:40 pm, edited 1 time in total.
I am really partial to the layout of the puma. I have an identical colored puma with dual consoles. The pro XS engine is a beast. The difference maker to me would be the service before, during, and after the sale at Greenes. I have bought and owned boats from them for more than 30 years. They know how to treat customers. They dont take your business lightly.
Sorry marks is in WI for me its 1300 miles to marks and 1100 miles to greenes I live in Maine. WOW so far 1 to 1 InterestingLast edited by Bassin Maineiac on February 28th, 2009, 7:56 pm, edited 1 time in total.
couldnt resist!!! anyhow good deal on the service all, you will be very satisified with the etec. I would go with the etec, one with more for less$$$ jmo!!
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