![]() ![]() Truth is, I think all boat manufacturers have their issues and this push to support demand has decreased reliability and I don't think it's a sustainable path for the long term. I've switched gears to stalking OIB and Boat Trader as I'd rather buy a 2020 that's had the kinks worked out vs paying premium and playing the guinea pig again. Malibu used to be about $25-$30k more for a similarly sized boat over Axis but those numbers have increased dramatically. My T220 was always a short term (1-2yr) plan as we are trying to build a larger outbuilding and I want to get into something bigger than 22' but I'm finding it hard to swallow the severe price increases, even on the budget lines. I appreciate their willingness but have found myself in their competitor boat builder sites and watching the used market when it wasn't even a consideration in the past. Quality control is a major issue and I've been working with Malibu and my dealer to get those items resolved and I do think Malibu is listening as I filled out a follow up survey to the one they sent weeks after purchase and my phone rang within minutes from TN wanting to address. Prices have skyrocketed across the board but when I see the financials it almost makes me sick when quality has taken such a hit and pair that with record price increases and then surcharges on top of it all. That said, I've had 5 Malibu/Axis boats and while our new boat performs pretty well, I don't feel I'm getting the return for the $$ put out. I have a great relationship with my dealer and I've seen this first hand where I walked in, saw a boat I liked and asked for price and it leaves a bad taste in my mouth after getting the figure. Start talking color schemes, options and deposits and now they get the picture that you are more serious. If you are serious about a purchase, sit down with the dealer and the deal will get much better. I have found that most dealers just quote, off the cuff, when tire kickers walk into the showroom. ![]()
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