Which boat to buy need help! Centurion or moomba PICS!!!!

WaKeOrDiE!

Okay can you guys give me your opinions on just these 2 boats the black is moomba and the blue is centurion! ill give you pics please tell me which one to buy by the way there both the same price at 25,900.00 click on the link for the specs and stuff!

Moomba
http://www.boattraderonline.com/addetail.html?50285326

Centurion
http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/1/6/44339516.htm

thanks waiting for replys!

WaKeOrDiE! · Posted: Oct 12, 2003 7:03 pm Post subject:

oh yeah does anyone know anything about the wake on the 2 boats?

Schmo · Posted: Oct 13, 2003 5:05 am Post subject:

Are these new/used? What year are they and what models as I can't really tell from looking. The moomba looks like an outback.

You must remember, that you can't get an idea of the wake just from manufacturer alone.... the year and model matter because of different hull designs and other factors.

I have an 04 Moomba XLV and am thrilled with it.

zekemule · Outlaw Joined: 28 Aug 2003 Posts: 130 City: Tennessee

hey schmo .. is your moomba a 23 footer .. how much do they run ?? thanks .. zm ..

zekemule · Outlaw Joined: 28 Aug 2003 Posts: 130 City: Tennessee

hey schmo .. is your moomba a 23 footer .. how much do they run ?? thanks .. zm ..

Schmo · Posted: Oct 13, 2003 5:41 am Post subject:

Yeah, mine is the 23 footer (the new XLV).

Well, this is what I got:
Upgraded to MPI 340hp engine
Hydraulic Wakeplate
3 - outlet heater
Hot/Cold Shower
PerfectPass Wakeboard Pro
Betha 3-bag Ballast
Depth Guage
Water Temperature
Bimini Top
Wakeboard Racks
Tonneau Cover
Cockpit Cover
Ski Mirror
AM/FM/CD
Amplifier
Subwoofer
Tandem Axle Trailer
$39995 + tax

dcm · Newbie Joined: 21 Aug 2003 Posts: 31

Well I just sold my '03 Outback so I can say for a fact that it has a sweet slalom wake, and with some fatties or extra ballast it had a medium size wake for boarding. I ski mostly so wasn't concerned with a monster wake for boarding but the boat was awesome. I noticed that your looking at a new Outback, there's also a black one on boattrader.com that is used that's the same colors with only 29hours or so. I know it's been taken care of and it has a few more options, 6x9 Kenwood speakers, 320HP EFI motor, bimni, snap on covers, etc.. Check it out.

Captain_Tripps · Soul Rider Joined: 12 Jan 2003 Posts: 260 City: Dallas

Schmo

I am looking at this boat also. Can I ask where you got it.
I am being quoted around 43K for those same options. Except I am only looking at the 320 hp.

Have you taken it out at all? How is the wake and do you feel the 320 hp engine will be enough with it weighted down?

You are the first I have heard from that owns one so I am just curious what youthink.

Thanks,

Schmo · Posted: Oct 13, 2003 9:45 am Post subject:

Personally, I think the wake is awesome... of course I am coming from a jet boat. Laughing

On the other had, I guy that wakeboards a lot was out with me this weekend and said that the wake I was throwing with no ballast was large, solid and had a nice little vert at the top. I haven't even filled all the ballast yet so I can't say how big those are. No ballast is more than enough for me right now... almost intimidating.

As for the price, I lucked out a bit and this was a photo shoot boat that they used for some brochures. It had 20 hours of light use on it so I got it for cheaper however it was never registered and is sold as new from Skiers Choice, all standard warranties apply from my purchase date. They are replacing the rub rail (slight scuffs), the decal (slight nick) and also through in a free 20 hour service. The way I look at it, they broke it in and there is nothing that would indicate that it was ever used except for the 20 hours on the clock.

I have only been out in it twice, once to wake board and I love it. Size, storage but yet still handles well and puts at a great wake at a low price. I love it... tower is very sturdy too... the guy I took out with today said it was very nice... the tubing is THICK.

Feel free to ask anything else or PM me. I don't want to hijack this guys thread too much although we are talking about a moomba here. Wink

Geoff Standish · Addict Joined: 13 Jan 2003 Posts: 843 City: Calgary

I have a Moomba Mobius, I believe it is the same hull as an Outback? I could be wrong on that. But anyway, I can say nothing but good things about ours. We just put 1 season on her and had minimal problems.

When weighted the Moomba throws a sweet wake. We use 800lbs stock ballast then we throw in a couple side sacs along the engine. You can tailor the shape with the wakeplate which we really love.

I was reading the boat trader site and it didn't mention if the boat had a wake plate. If it doesn't I would see if you can get it added. It is well worth it.

Good Luck with your decision. As always test drive both boats before you choose...

jungle · Newbie Joined: 24 Feb 2003 Posts: 30 City: Dallas

I love my 03 Outback. It puts out a very clean weight. I have added 4 sacs in it and the wake is good. Few pics

noneya · Addict Joined: 13 Jan 2003 Posts: 796 City: Roxboro, NC

Jungle---Lewisville at the dam? Hidden cove?

WaKeOrDiE! · Posted: Oct 13, 2003 2:10 pm Post subject:

screw the moomba outback or the centurion i`m getting an 2004 mobios ls with the ballast system anybody got good comments on that boat?

Schmo · Posted: Oct 13, 2003 3:01 pm Post subject:

WaKeOrDiE! · Posted: Oct 13, 2003 4:00 pm Post subject:

yeah but i`m trading my old boat that i bought like 5 months ago and i`m losing alot of$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ so i wish but i dont have the extra cash for a v drive but i wish though! Very Happy

Schmo · Posted: Oct 13, 2003 5:57 pm Post subject:

jumalian · Ladies Man Joined: 12 Jan 2003 Posts: 7625 City: san diego

I've ridden several models of Centurion, and a couple Moombas.

My conclusion: I wouldn't consider any Centurion. As for Moomba, the MobiusV is really nice and under-rated.

Schmo · Posted: Oct 13, 2003 6:07 pm Post subject:

WaKeOrDiE! · Posted: Oct 14, 2003 1:34 pm Post subject:

Hey what up everyone as i told you guys i`m not geting either of those boats i`m getting a 2004 mobious but i always loved supra an thought they were a little bit to much $$ but today my local dealer told me he has a 2001 supra launch ssv! v-drive and he has a great deal on that. what do you guys think? remember where talking 2004 mobios and a 2001 supra launch ssv!

andrew james · Addict Joined: 10 Jul 2003 Posts: 889 City: austin, tx

Why don't YOU go drive the boat, and see how you feel about it, instead of double posting the same questions in both forums?

Also, you could use the search function.

jumalian · Ladies Man Joined: 12 Jan 2003 Posts: 7625 City: san diego

I'm inclined to say that the SSV wake is similar to that of Centurion's...not so big (compared to CC, MC, Malibu, and even MobV), soft & washy.

But hey, don't take my word for it...it's just my opinion. Demo the boat(s) you're considering. What may be small to me, may be big to you.

chrispy · Posted: Oct 14, 2003 4:52 pm Post subject:

i will let you know how i like my 2001 mobius wake this weekend Smile

http://photos.wakeboarder.com/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=3751

Shawn Madison · Posted: Oct 14, 2003 8:52 pm Post subject:

FYI:
I just added the 2004 Moomba Models to the Gear Guide! I will try and get the MSRP's in a day or so.

Schmo · Posted: Oct 14, 2003 10:31 pm Post subject:

Gaignstar · Soul Rider Joined: 29 Sep 2003 Posts: 468

I have a moomba mobius lsv (v-drive) and I love it ! the wake is really nice. I have a trim plate and I think it makes the diference. It"s very nice for wakesurfing too. the only thing is the swim plate is too low and it's always claping the whater when you chill in the middle of the lake.

here's my baby :

Shawn Madison · Posted: Oct 15, 2003 8:20 am Post subject:

Schmo, Thanks, I just checked my info. I put that up last night around midnight!

Schmo · Posted: Oct 15, 2003 5:29 pm Post subject:

hitit · Outlaw Joined: 26 Aug 2003 Posts: 178 City: Nor-Cal

Buy the Moomba