Purchased Used 2002 Searay SD220 in March 2005

I wanted to start this blog to show what a fantastic boat my Searay is, and to show all the things that I have done to make it functional for me and my family of six kids.

In the fall of 2004, after a long search I found the boat I wanted to purchase.  I first went to the Searay dealership and had them give me a quote on a new SD 220.  It was around $46K.  I decided that was too much, so I began looking for a gently used boat.  I found a nice 2002, on consignment at a Marine Max dealership with only 44 hours on it, but it was in Missouri!  I looked into shipping, and found out that I could get it shipped to Salt Lake City (a five hour drive from here) for $350.00.  So, We did it!  For a lot less than new, plus shipping.  Here is our first outing to Lake Lowell in Nampa Idaho, in May. 

Why did I choose this boat?  I wanted a changing room and a head.  For you boaters who like to stay on the water for a whole day, and want to make your wife and girls comfortable - it's the only way to go!  In early of late season you can change into and out of your swimsuit to match the weather. The sink allows for clean hands. Additionally, there is so much storage space on this boat.

I removed the table holder rack and cooler rack under the steering wheel area, and now I have space for a larger cooler and a laundry basket for jackets and additional clothing.  When we sleep on the boat, I can fit sleeping bags and pillows in there and never worry about them getting wet.

On the water the boat is smooth and responsive.  Trailering?  Well, you better have a good sized rig with a heavy duty tow package.  I have pulled this boat down to Lake Powell (12 hours one way) and it is a load with six kids and a weeks worth of gear!  But that is  an awesome and unforgettable vacation!