CiK, I dont think the price difference between a well equipped sabre FTD and a Pantera II is enough to justify not getting the Pantera II. Probably $3000-$5000 if all equipment is comparable. ( I could be a little off. Its been a couple of years since I priced new boats ) You are the only one who can decide if your financial situation can handle the extra expense. That is still a chunk of change, but in the long run you will probably be happier with your purchase if you go with the bigger, faster, better rough water handling boat in the Pantera II. The Sabre FTD is a wonderfull 18 foot boat. Its the best 18 foot boat on the market. If you want an efficient package and are not worried about going 70 + mph and you are a little limited on storage space then it may be the way to go. I just find the 19 foot class of boat to be the perfect size. Not too big to be very efficient and manueverable in the shallows and still big enough to give you the ride in the rough stuff and you can hang enough ponies off the back to get the speed that most will be satisfied with. If you can handle the larger boat financially, then make a list of why you wouldnt want the bigger boat. You probably wont come up with much. Good luck in your decision and remember. No matter which one you choose you cant go wrong. They are both wonderfull setups. Either way youll get super performing rig with looks to kill and youll be buying from the best company in the industry. Chris CoupelPaulina, La.Chris CoupelPaulina, La.
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