Sunsetter Lxi thoughts

[Asmodeus2112]

Monsoon was plenty for the 99-04 SSLXi's. Not sure you would ever find one with a bigger engine unless it has been replaced.

Agreed. Mine happens to have a 330 Black Scorpion, but that's essentially the same as the Monsoon. I was hesitant regarding the Mercruiser, but I've grown to really like it and there are a lot of sites for reference and to buy parts etc.

[BlknYlwT22]

Here's one in Tennesse. Had we not just bought our 2000 a few weeks ago, this may have been one we would have pursued. http://knoxville.craigslist.org/boa/5237566312.html

[Steve B.]

Thanks for the link BlknYlwYT22 and everyone for your continued thoughts.

Steve B.

[Slayer]

Here's one in Tennesse. Had we not just bought our 2000 a few weeks ago, this may have been one we would have pursued. http://knoxville.craigslist.org/boa/5237566312.html

If I was in the market for a boat, I'd be all over that thing. Sure, the 2001 has some nice upgrades, but that boat and a fresh acme 525 and you're in business. Looks to be well kept, too.

[Asmodeus2112]

'nother example: http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/boa/5237655687.html

[John I.]

'nother example: http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/boa/5237655687.html

Looks to be a very nice, very low hour boat.

[Arctic Slalom]

As has been mentioned, the difference between the 2000 and 2001 is minor (only the dash). More important to me would be condition. I have owned a 2000, and now own a 99. I do prefer the 2000 over the 99 due to the added accent colors in the gelcoat, and the 3 piece rear seat vs the 1 piece. The dash switch difference is too minor for me, so color and condition would trump the year from 2000-2004.

The most important question would be what year did they add the cupholder down at the driver's feet, because neither the 1999 or 2000 have one. Major design flaw!!

Once a Bison, Always a Bison!

[BlknYlwT22]

Not sure if you found a boat but this one looks nice and is in our neck of the woods

https://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/boa/5588123376.html

Edited May 18, 2016 by BlknYlwT22

[Sixball]

On 9/29/2015 at 11:34 AM, Asmodeus2112 said:

Agreed. Mine happens to have a 330 Black Scorpion, but that's essentially the same as the Monsoon. I was hesitant regarding the Mercruiser, but I've grown to really like it and there are a lot of sites for reference and to buy parts etc.

My last V drive was powered by Mercruiser. Never skipped a beat. They are all the same except for the computers for the most part.

[braindamage]

On September 28, 2015 at 3:39 PM, Brodie said:

As has been mentioned, the difference between the 2000 and 2001 is minor (only the dash). More important to me would be condition. I have owned a 2000, and now own a 99. I do prefer the 2000 over the 99 due to the added accent colors in the gelcoat, and the 3 piece rear seat vs the 1 piece. The dash switch difference is too minor for me, so color and condition would trump the year from 2000-2004.

The most important question would be what year did they add the cupholder down at the driver's feet, because neither the 1999 or 2000 have one. Major design flaw!!

I added a cupholder last summer. I think the entire thing was $10-15 and took me all of 15mins.

Btw...I LOVE my 2000 Lxi!

[Steve B.]

23 hours ago, BlknYlwT22 said:

Not sure if you found a boat but this one looks nice and is in our neck of the woods

https://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/boa/5588123376.html

Wow that is clean. Looks like a good price too. I did buy a 2002 a few weeks ago !  

Steve B.

[BlknYlwT22]

34 minutes ago, Steve B. said:

Wow that is clean. Looks like a good price too. I did buy a 2002 a few weeks ago !  

Steve B.

Where are the pics!?

[Asmodeus2112]

42 minutes ago, Steve B. said:

Wow that is clean. Looks like a good price too. I did buy a 2002 a few weeks ago !  

Steve B.

Yeah, where are the pics.

[Steve B.]

Ha, I'll definitely post some. Wont be till Memorial weekend though !  If that, I gotta work then of course. This summer is getting off to a very slow start.

Steve B.

[Badgerski51]

How are you liking your boat so far? I have a 2002 SS LXI and we all love it

[Steve B.]

Well, believe it or not. I haven't had it out yet this year. Memorial weekend plans with the sister. This weekend work. But I will get her out next weekend for sure. I do still have a great running 95. So, I'm collecting Sunsetters, ha !  Don't know if I'm going to sell it, or possibly donate it to my brother and his son. 

It's a gorgeous boat, and in the driveway the engine sounds like a million dollars. Previous owner put some serious cash into the stereo. Pic's soon,

Steve B.