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Looking for a 21' Pulsare or Pulse
- Thread starter Malibu
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by mailbu:
Bill, the conversion rate is around 1.50, so $30,000 US is $45,000 CAN. I've heard the price is more like $50,000 to $55,000 up here.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Pride sells the Pulsare for around 50 with all the goodies.
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Bill, the conversion rate is around 1.50, so $30,000 US is $45,000 CAN. I've heard the price is more like $50,000 to $55,000 up here.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Pride sells the Pulsare for around 50 with all the goodies.
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Z06
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I usually don't make too many comments on prices, face it, but for 50K, I could get this Pulsare, and that would be about it. What is so special about it? The 99 OptiMax was in great condition after he sold it but I guess you said it, carelessness and stupidity. Myself and him are looking up some info to help the guy and can't seem to find much. Still, I will not be buying a new Pulsare. My friend got his for 35 in 1998-99 I think. My 2 cents. I am going used as I am not paying that much for a boat as itself...
Z06
Checkmates may not be the fastest boats on the water, but they are the nicest looking!
Correct me if I'm wrong, but converting U.S. dollars to Canadian dollars doesn't really give an accurate sense of how expensive something is in Canada. You have to look at the Canadian economy, cost of living, supply and demand for the product in question.
Just because something is a "good deal" at $35,000 in the U.S. and converts to $50,000 Canadian, doesn't mean it's a "good deal" in Canada.
I've bought a few things form people who live in Canada, and am surprized at how inexpensive they are once it's converted over to U.S. dollars. Now this may be a differnt story when looking at other products. I would assume that a snowmobile would cost me more in Canada. Down here in Iowa they can't give them away (well, that may be an exaggeration, but they're cheap right now). The demand is not there, for various reasons.
My understanding is the value of the Canadian dollar is currently not doing well in terms of U.S. dollar comparison.
My opinion,
Craig
Just because something is a "good deal" at $35,000 in the U.S. and converts to $50,000 Canadian, doesn't mean it's a "good deal" in Canada.
I've bought a few things form people who live in Canada, and am surprized at how inexpensive they are once it's converted over to U.S. dollars. Now this may be a differnt story when looking at other products. I would assume that a snowmobile would cost me more in Canada. Down here in Iowa they can't give them away (well, that may be an exaggeration, but they're cheap right now). The demand is not there, for various reasons.
My understanding is the value of the Canadian dollar is currently not doing well in terms of U.S. dollar comparison.
My opinion,
Craig
Z06
Active member
In my honest opinion, I will be sticking to a used Checkmate now. I have been debating over and over again about gettting a brand new Pulsare. I really don't have 50K to spend at my own free will. I totally agree with Craig...
Z06
Checkmates may not be the fastest boats on the water, but they are the nicest looking!
Craig, you hit the nail right on the head...supply and demand. Here in Ontario, Checkmates are rare, so if you have one and know someone who has been looking for one...you get your price.
Converting US to CDN funds through direct conversion (i.e. 1.45 or whatever)can only really be used if you actually purchase from the US and register the boat in Canada, just like anything else. You are right, it does not work accurately for everthing but it is a good rule of thumb.
I have also heard of many Americans purchasing trucks from Canada because it is alot cheaper...specificaly used trucks through an auction.
I feel the need for speed!
Converting US to CDN funds through direct conversion (i.e. 1.45 or whatever)can only really be used if you actually purchase from the US and register the boat in Canada, just like anything else. You are right, it does not work accurately for everthing but it is a good rule of thumb.
I have also heard of many Americans purchasing trucks from Canada because it is alot cheaper...specificaly used trucks through an auction.
I feel the need for speed!
Best price on a Pulsare bow-rider with 3.0 225 EFI and single axle trailer: Last year, before I found my '95 Pulsare, I priced out a new one. It's the red one in my Checkmate article on Scream and fly. Basic Pulsare BR, no extras, came to $30,000 USD plus tax. That was after beating up the salesman for 3 months. Basic package, no extras.
1995 2100BR/1995 225 Promax/23" Tempest
1995 2100BR/1995 225 Promax/23" Tempest
Yep, looks like JW's Pulsare will be finding a new home in Ontario, Canada. If any of you boys are up near Peterborough, Buckhorn Lake to be exact, come by and I'll take ya for a spin!
I'm so excited to be getting this gorgeous beauty from JW. I know it was a hard decision for him and his family to sell her, but I promise to take great care of her.
Thanks to all you guys for your help, I know I have found the right boat.
Mark "Malibu"
I'm so excited to be getting this gorgeous beauty from JW. I know it was a hard decision for him and his family to sell her, but I promise to take great care of her.
Thanks to all you guys for your help, I know I have found the right boat.
Mark "Malibu"
Z06
Active member
Hows the boat getting up here? Whenever there is some free time, if you don't mind, I am coming up as I love this boat and wished it was mine. If (which I doubt) you ever are deciding to sell it, tell me because I will be able mto buy it then...
Z06
Checkmates may not be the fastest boats on the water, but they are the nicest looking!
CHECKMATE ZEUS
Member
JW, ILL GIVE YOU $500 MORE THAN MALIBU!
NO, JUST KIDDING! CONGRATS MALIBU! LOOKS LIKE ANOTHER PULSARE THAT CORVETTE COULDN'T GET OFF THE POT TO BUY!! HEY CORVETTE, SH^$ OR GET OFF THE POT!
I am the one who knows all!
NO, JUST KIDDING! CONGRATS MALIBU! LOOKS LIKE ANOTHER PULSARE THAT CORVETTE COULDN'T GET OFF THE POT TO BUY!! HEY CORVETTE, SH^$ OR GET OFF THE POT!
I am the one who knows all!