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| Besides price what are the differences between these two boats?
-Performance
-Quality
-Durability
-Customer Service
-Etc...
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| RESALE! |
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| Really? Well, thanks for the help! |
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| what do you want to know ...both companies only make like 50 models......You cant get the best product @ the cheapest price....so you already answered your questions.
Whats the difference between a Ford Mustang GT and a Ferrari......besides price?
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| I dont own, nor have I ever owned a boat. All I would like to know is someones first hand exprience. If you bought a Nitro would you buy one again? Any input would be apprieciated. Any. |
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Location: Chippewa Falls, WI | Things to think about that might Help...
look at the Hull Design, layout, the way there are put together, compartments, etc...
I agree with IAJustin.. RESALE with Ranger
I had a 681 ranger a few years ago and had it for three years, sold it and only lost 1,500.00 on it.
Good Luck with your boat choice.
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| I have not owned a Nitro...but I did just buy a used Ranger...
I don't think Nitro makes a bad boat at all...Tracker has been making boats for a long time and they are put together pretty well.
I think boat choice comes down to a few things...what you want to mainly use it for..budget, layout, size, trailering ease, bang for your buck and resale...
Resale in Rangers I think is second to none and that cant be argued...
I also think you can probably find a good Nitro for less money that will fit what you want... |
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| Seriously, there is a HUGE difference. There is a ton of evidence out there to prove it if you do your homework. Sure higher priced items often are not the best quality. Sometimes higher priced items are only higher because they have to cover the cost of all the marketing and promotion they do. There is certainly some of that going on with Ranger but the reality between these two is that you get what you pay for. I would spend some time doing your research on the stress cracking, and trailer failures with the Nitro brand before you commit to it. Many people have complained about these issues with Nitros. Evidence can be found all over the Internet and especially on the Nitro Owners froum at http://members.aol.com/NitroOwners |
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| Having owned two Nitro boats in the past, I have two words for you. STAY AWAY! I had SO many problems with both the boats and the trailers it wasn't even funny. To add to that, the service from Bass Pro (Gurnee Illinois) is absolutely brutal. Once you buy a boat from them, you are just a number in line. In 2004, I bought a Ranger Fisherman. Yes, Ranger is more expensive but WELL worth the difference. Not only are the boat and trailer designed and built tremendously better than the Nitro product, the service from Ranger (Anglers Edge, Loves Park Illinois) is OUTSTANDING!!
Take my word for it, there is a huge difference between a Nitro and a Ranger.
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Location: Antioch, IL | I have a "96 Nitro 170DC and have had no problems with the boat, but the trailer is a turd with wheels. Bought it used for a great price. After I've ran it into the ground I will definately do some research, but there is a good chance the next boat will be a Ranger. Seems like a lot more thought and planning go into Rangers. |
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| One of the easiest things to compare between the two is fit and finish. With all do respect, Ranger is the king when it comes to look and appeal, but does a person need that caliber of refinement. I truly believe that Ranger has set out to build the best boat that money can buy, and that is fine for those who do not have a ceiling on their recreational fund. I've always wanted to own a Ranger, and some day when I am winning tournaments and have saved enough maybe I will. In the past I looked at a lot of Nitros and thought that was the way to go, but after researching I decided against it. The Tuffy Esox Magnum has a profile similar to a bass boat and a platform designed specificly for the Musky fisherman. Whether your shopping new or used you will pay a lot less than a the Ranger. If you are concerned about quality, make no mistake they don't call it a Tuffy for nothing!!! |
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| I totally agree with the Tuffy Magnum. Less cost and totally functional. And you can notice the loons and nature cause you are not flying by at mock ten. |
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Location: Athens, Ohio | http://bbcboards.zeroforum.com/zeroforum?id=40
here's a website for Nitro owners, ask them. m |
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| I owned a Nitro 882 for five years, which I bought new. I've now owned a Ranger 621 for the last three years, which I bought from a pro after one season.
I decided to sell the Nitro for three reasons: 1) I was tired of getting beat to death in choppy water (poor ride vs. Triton vs. Ranger); 2) too small (18 ft. is just not enough room to be comfortable in all day); and 3) comfort while running in cold air temps (those little consoles are little consolation when the air temp is 40 degrees and your running down the lake in mist/rain/bow spray.
Having fished in both boats, I would opt to buy a used Ranger for the same $'s as a new Nitro. The reasons? Better ride. Drier ride. Better finish. High quality components all around. Better customer service by a mile. Better warranty. That, to me, transalates to a higher quality fishing experience.
I wouldn't make a decision based on re-sale. Either boat will depreciate about $2,500/yr. If you don't believe me, check used vs. new prices for both brands of boats.
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| Sorry for the late response guys. I thought my thread was deleted and not just moved to this forum. Thank you all for the responses and information. It's very appreciated! |
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Location: God's Country......USA..... Western Wisconsin | Industry standards do not lie. If purchasing new and I am emphasizing new. Expect the Nitro to depreciate about 40% the first year as opposed to about 17% to 18% for the Ranger. That being said, resale only means something when you sell your boat. If you are going to keep it for a very long time these numbers get closer and closer together. One of my fishing partners has a 1996 Nitro and has a lot of hours on it. Still seems to be in fair shape. He has had some trailer problems, repaired the trailer brakes and has had to replace the upholstry. Carpet is still good and consoles are still pretty solid. It is ten years old and is still a nice boat. |
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