Quote Originally Posted by JD1 View Post
Have you considered a used unit.
That was my first thought, too. Older units don't "wear out"--they are replaced by newer units with the latest & greatest bells & whistles. Most of the time when someone buys a used boat, the old electronics will not be used (or will be used very little.) In most cases, these surplus units are perfectly serviceable and the new owners would probably be willing to sell them. Post something on the SC board, and see if someone wants to sell one--or even give one away.