New Boat Opinions Vexus or Nitro Z19

Looking a buying a new boat. I've looked at the new Vexus boats. The AVX2080 with a 200HP Merc runs 45k with an Ultrex and no Electronics. On the other hand I can buy a new Nitro Z19 Pro with same motor and trolling motor for 4000 less. It would also come with two Humminbirds on it. The fit and finish on the Vexus seems nicer than the Nitro in my opinion but at the end of the day it's an aluminum boat. I have attached some pictures of the Vexus. What's everyone's thoughts on which direction I should go?Attachment 336817Attachment 336818Attachment 336819

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Vexus although a new boat is popular because of the history of the new company coming from Ranger. Biggest complaing I am hearing on forums seems to be about a painted surface rather than a gelcoat surface. For that little difference in money I would probably go the Vexus as I feel sure down the road the Vexus because of heritage will retain resale value better.

I have a fishing buddy that bought a Vexus 1980 with an Evinrude 150hp. He loaded it up with dual Powerpoles, hydraulic jack plate, and all new Garmin electronics. I haven't fished in it yet since he went to Okechobee for the winter as soon as he got it but he's been really happy with it so far. I have been in an 1880 and a 1980 and there the best riding aluminum boat I've ever been in. I have a 2015 Triton 18TX with a 115 Mercury 4 stroke and I'd love to have the Vexus if I was in a position to upgrade.

Vexus all the way. Not at all impressed with the Nitro boats.

I bought a new to me, 2016 Z18, a few months ago. I'm satisfied with it up to this point. No real complaints. In the past I have owned a skeeter and a stratos.

Those Nitros sure have some big decks. Have not seen a Vexus in person.

45K for a aluminum boat? I can't see it no matter what make. I bought this for 46K
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45K for a aluminum boat? I can't see it no matter what make. I bought this for 46K
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Financing it out for 15 years? Goodness. That stresses me out just thinking about it.

That's a 6.49 rate for 15 years. It makes my stomach turn just thinking about it. They wouldn't offer it if people weren't doing it.

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I ordered a Vexus 1980 and should pick it up next week. Very excited.

Got to tour the factory, visit with the company president (Forest Wood' Grandson) and a few others that run the company.... All I can say is I felt very comfortable going with the Vexus. Loved the way it handled and was really impressed by those building them.

Should be able to give a better report in a couple of weeks.

No experience with nitro at all.

Have you driven them both?

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That's a 6.49 rate for 15 years. It makes my stomach turn just thinking about it. They wouldn't offer it if people weren't doing it.

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I was in BPS in Memphis a year or so ago and they were advertising that you could finance one of 21’ Nitros for 30 years. You’re exactly right, I’m sure there’s people doing it everyday (none of that is directed at anyone on the board that has decided to finance a boat out a long time, just speaking for myself).

My father and I both have owned Lowe boats and have nothing negative to say. The performance in all water conditions was excellent. I am actually getting ready to order a new one. With that said, it is like automobiles everyone has an opinion and favorite.

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Dang ,thats almost 75 grand total , I will keep my old Ranger thats paid off LOL

Picked up the Vexus today. So far it has exceeded my expectations. Fit and finish is excellent.

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This is what my boat shopping research has taught me. Upfront you are going to pay more for a glass boat. But honestly any comparable metal boat is only going to cost about 4500 less than glass.
Now you blue book both boats 5 years old and the metal boat will loose half its value. So metal boats are WAY over priced new. The glass boat will hold its value way better. At 5 years old the glass boat will still have 80% of its value.

fine looking boat and a fine looking family big J

I’m with CP, great looking boat.
You’ve got a fine crew!!


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I concur with the above, sweet rig and looks like fun times ahead. I will add one thing though, remember everyone needs to wear a PFD when under power of the big motor. Yourself included, for the kiddos it's 100% of the time. [emoji106]

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Picked up the Vexus today. So far it has exceeded my expectations. Fit and finish is excellent.

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I noticed u have the 3 across holes on bow, does it seem tight when u have the 2 seats on?

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No, not to me. I really like so my kids can sit beside me and I help them.

Might be tight with two big people but I think it's very manageable.


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Nice looking boat. Unfortunately I just saw this post or I would have had you check out the Skeeter. I picked on up for about the same price with a 200 Yamaha 4 Stroke. I was not impressed with the Nitro, just seemed like it was not put together well. I did not check out the vexus, probably because I do not think there is a dealer here and honestly never heard of them until this post, but the pictures look amazing. Congrats and I know you will enjoy.