Almost done...decision between two Malibus...HELP! (Pics)

Jmass03 · Outlaw Joined: 25 May 2003 Posts: 239 City: OrLaNdO

Well here it is guys...narrowed down to just two boats. Decided we're gonna stick with the Malibus. We love their interiors, they drive awesome, just a great boat. Now comes the tough choice.

2005 Malibu Wakesetter 23 foot LSV

Fully loaded, 25 hours, showroom boat, Sony Stereo Rolling Eyes

Everything is nearly identical to the 2006 Wakesetter VLX. Only difference is, slightly bigger, using perfect pass instead of the new cruise control from Malibu. And...the colors. Navy Blue and "Zephyr" aka, Tan. Here are the pics.

2006 Malibu Wakesetter VLX

Fully loaded, 4 Hours, basically new, all kicker speakers. Orange and Black...the color.

And so there you have it ladies and gentleman. The two boats we can't decide btween. We're torn because the Orange and Black we love, yet we're totally afraid that resale value will suck on it, and will we get tired of it. Our old Xstar was nearly the same color as the 23 LSV. Now its come down to flipping a coin. We love both, the Wakesetter VLX is about 3 grand more than the 23 LSV...give me your opinions guys. Ones a 2005 vs. a 2006. Ones a "look at me boat" while the other is a more "i blend in with the crowd". Both throw a sick wake. And I already have a redic. sound system planned for either boat. Help me out!

Jonathan

Trainwreck · Soul Rider Joined: 17 Apr 2006 Posts: 375 City: Baytown

I would say the orange and black. I haven't seen that before and I dont think you'd have trouble re-selling it. Most people in our "realm" like the more flashy things in life.

Either way you are getting a beautiful boat. Congratulations!

Mikey27 · Posted: Aug 17, 2006 6:27 pm Post subject:

I think they are both very, very nice boats. I can see how the decision would be tough. I wouldnt want to have to make the call. Whichever one you decide on im sure you will be pleased. Good luck!

Jmass03 · Outlaw Joined: 25 May 2003 Posts: 239 City: OrLaNdO

God, these pictures are awful. I wish I had taken my camera to take these pictures. Anyway, yeah I still can't decide. I'm in such a bind trying to decide.

Jonathan

Jmass03 · Outlaw Joined: 25 May 2003 Posts: 239 City: OrLaNdO

God, these pictures are awful. I wish I had taken my camera to take these pictures. Anyway, yeah I still can't decide. I'm in such a bind trying to decide.

Jonathan

Epic · Addict Joined: 21 Aug 2005 Posts: 765

I like the orange and black. I like boats that stand out and I think by the time you're ready to eventually part with it the demographic that will be able to afford it will prefer that color maybe even over the blue/tan boat. Never ridden behind an LSV but my friends 05VLX is very nice.

204Waker · Posted: Aug 17, 2006 7:34 pm Post subject:

People who spent 50 grand on a boat dont mind a little "flash"

kmagnuss · Posted: Aug 17, 2006 7:56 pm Post subject:

Rhawn · Posted: Aug 17, 2006 7:59 pm Post subject:

VLX, that thing is sick. Gratz

_Jason_ · Soul Rider Joined: 15 Dec 2004 Posts: 275

VLX is dope as hell. I'd get it.

BIGMAC · Posted: Aug 17, 2006 8:22 pm Post subject:

VLX for sure!!! The first boat is somewhat bland.

C4Avalanchen · Outlaw Joined: 27 Aug 2005 Posts: 189 City: Reno

If you have no problems with storage or towing, i'd say LSV. Those boats are huge inside. That VLX is nice! I'd get the LSV though.

Josh R · Posted: Aug 17, 2006 9:52 pm Post subject:

Do you need 23ft of boat? I think thats the only question you should really be asking yourself.

If you do, the decision is easy. If you don't, the decision is easy.

Natman · Addict Joined: 13 Jan 2006 Posts: 873 City: Eddy TOWN

simple, the vlx, more than enough room, imo malibus precision speed is better than perfect pass..orange and black looks dope, any board racks on the 23 lsv? btw resale wont suck..the demand for towboats are going up

K-dub · Ladies Man Joined: 12 Jan 2003 Posts: 14760

VLX......

The Orange/ Black is a very sick combo.

that 23 reminds me of a Sunscape with a boat full of waterskiers, or like it belongs in an Eddie Bauer catalog.

NAW · Posted: Aug 18, 2006 7:02 am Post subject:

I'd go for the VLX also....

DRAGON88 · Posted: Aug 18, 2006 8:04 am Post subject:

J-Ro · Posted: Aug 18, 2006 8:14 am Post subject:

DRAGON88, I've driven and ridden both and I agree with Nat. Of course I must say that the perfect pass was not adjusted at all. My problem with the PP is that it over-accelerates and has a bigger range around the desired speed. Also, the Malibu Precision speed was in a 247 with an 8.1 and the PP is in a 383 VLX so that may make a difference.

DRAGON88 · Posted: Aug 18, 2006 8:26 am Post subject:

At the very least you CAN adjust the NN and KDW settings. Maybe it's just me then...

Mine is an 06 with the Monsoon and my friends '07 is a VLX with the HH.

Paul-o-rama · Newbie Joined: 19 Aug 2005 Posts: 28

the black and orange one is money

Jensen · Posted: Aug 18, 2006 1:33 pm Post subject:

definitley the vlx, its a sick wakeboarding boat. i don't really like the color combo on the lsv.

Natman · Addict Joined: 13 Jan 2006 Posts: 873 City: Eddy TOWN

DRAGON88, yea, i have driven malibus with the new speed precision, and i have ridden behind boats with pp, like j-ro said the acceleration is killer on pp, it gets you up really fast and boom immidiately your into the boats kick up, when I rode behind a 06 vlx, nice easy acceleration, had time to fool around with the wash (hs 180)..just what I noticed

DRAGON88 · Posted: Aug 18, 2006 5:52 pm Post subject:

Acceleration is from the driver not from the PP? Maybe I'm just not understanding here what you guys mean, the Malibu cruise will still over shoot your selected speed usually and then slowly back it down just like PP would.

My VLX will hold about a .5-.9 mph range, which is good enough, but my PP on the SAN would usually stay within .3-.6mph of the selcted speed.

Other problems with FBY and Malibu Percision Cruise

K-dub · Ladies Man Joined: 12 Jan 2003 Posts: 14760

DRAGON88, you hit the nail on the head.

the only reasons I think cruise is better is because it's slightly easier to use, and easier to see the display in bright light.

PP on my 03' vlx seems to do better in weighted conditions, and driving D-Ups, and it does seem to hold speed closer to the setting.

QNev · Posted: Aug 18, 2006 10:22 pm Post subject:

VLX! The colour combo is T-Y-T-E Colorful