Would you say it was a fair trade, Bayliner 2052LX for a GlastronGS229

I was just wondering what you guys might think to this swap if i was to approach this guy to ask.

My boat a Bylr 2052LX yr2000, 4.3efi merc in good condition to offer a straight swap for a Glastron GS229 yr 1998 with a volvo 5ltr also in fair to good condition.

I'm on my 2nd 2052lx and would'nt say no to a change but i do also like my boat, plus its probably lighter to tow but just a bit more space would'nt go a miss.

I know nothing about Glastrons, how do they compare to Bayliners?

Thankyou Simon

After bugs caused by my previous marina's mechanics were worked out at the end of last season I have had zero problems with it. Fun little boat. When I trailered it the first season I got close to 45 mph on the pitot tube speedo. I barrier coated and bottom painted it as we dock it now and lost some speed. GPS WOT speed is now close to but not reaching 40 mph.

I never owned a Bayliner but hear that the new ones offer some great value. Prior to the Glastron I owned a Maxum 3200SCR (Brunswick family with Bayliner and SeaRay) and had zero structural or mechanical problems with it.

As a heads up trade I would do it.....assuming apples for apples on accessories and trailers and assuming you are not trading for a lemon.

If you make the trade make sure to have the boat surveyed ahead of time both structurally and mechanically, including a compression test on the engine. Find a good buyers surveyor in your area and use him.

Regards Simon

Cheers again guys Simon