Hi,
We are considering purchasing a used 2004 GW Adventure 208 cuddy as our first boat to use in Croatia (where we live 3 months out of the year in the summer). I'd like to note that we are not into fishing and would like to primarily use the boat for cruising around islands. The Adriatic sea does not have big waves (usually not greater then 6 ft, most of the time 3-4 ft) however it does have constant wind and light chop especially in the afternoons with potential of a bouncy and wet ride (hence the cuddy to hide the gear). We were originally considering a SR260 (which we still are) however it seems that GW 208 would handle better and have better longevity. Our mechanic also advised that we get an outboard as its easier to repair and is more reliable.
Our primary questions / concerns are as follows:
1. What is the average displace placement speed and fuel consumption at displacement speed? What is the fuel consumption (gph or lph) at optimal plane/cruise speed (taking into account 4 adults on the boat and not a lot of gear). We will assume a F200hp Yamaha 4-stroke engine
The fuel cost in Croatia are about 1.20 euro/liter, which I guess makes it $6.5/gallon. Since distances between the islands are not that great and fuel prices are high we would consider going slow to save fuel most of the time.
2. How would the GW Adventurer 208 handle against the aforementioned SR 260 above. I know the SR is a bigger boat but what are the characteristics and differences between the two above?
3. As GW are primarily fishing boats, can they be configured for lounging and cruising around? How do they serve this purpose better then typical Cabin Cruisers (SR, Larson, Four Winns) etc?
4. On a pre-owned GW is it possible to get the CE certification? I know that GW sells the certification for new purchased boats.
And generally any advice on GW is welcome. We currently live in New England so we know all about Grady's reputation (along with BW).
Thanks!
We are considering purchasing a used 2004 GW Adventure 208 cuddy as our first boat to use in Croatia (where we live 3 months out of the year in the summer). I'd like to note that we are not into fishing and would like to primarily use the boat for cruising around islands. The Adriatic sea does not have big waves (usually not greater then 6 ft, most of the time 3-4 ft) however it does have constant wind and light chop especially in the afternoons with potential of a bouncy and wet ride (hence the cuddy to hide the gear). We were originally considering a SR260 (which we still are) however it seems that GW 208 would handle better and have better longevity. Our mechanic also advised that we get an outboard as its easier to repair and is more reliable.
Our primary questions / concerns are as follows:
1. What is the average displace placement speed and fuel consumption at displacement speed? What is the fuel consumption (gph or lph) at optimal plane/cruise speed (taking into account 4 adults on the boat and not a lot of gear). We will assume a F200hp Yamaha 4-stroke engine
The fuel cost in Croatia are about 1.20 euro/liter, which I guess makes it $6.5/gallon. Since distances between the islands are not that great and fuel prices are high we would consider going slow to save fuel most of the time.
2. How would the GW Adventurer 208 handle against the aforementioned SR 260 above. I know the SR is a bigger boat but what are the characteristics and differences between the two above?
3. As GW are primarily fishing boats, can they be configured for lounging and cruising around? How do they serve this purpose better then typical Cabin Cruisers (SR, Larson, Four Winns) etc?
4. On a pre-owned GW is it possible to get the CE certification? I know that GW sells the certification for new purchased boats.
And generally any advice on GW is welcome. We currently live in New England so we know all about Grady's reputation (along with BW).
Thanks!