Guys,
Here's the set-up. You are looking for a used Donzi 22' Classic. You plan to run any boat you buy in both fresh and saltwater but predominantly in salt.
Assume that all three boats are similar in price, condition, and year model. Here are your engine choices:
496 Mag (375)
496 Mag HO (425)
377 Scorpion - (the blue one that is 377 hp Merc racing engine.)
I realize that the Scorpion would certainly be a more unique Donzi but do you opt for a Scorpion because it is a Scorpion or do you cross it off the list when one would get a closed cooling system on the other two choices? I also understand from Jamie that a 377 is a bit more difficult to modify later but that it can be "whippled".
Any drawback to the 496 HO over the straight 496 Mag other than the obvious horsepower?
Thank you in advance for your input...Adam