08-12-2019, 05:20 PM
I am currently looking at a 1998 Tiara 3100 with 454 Crusader engines (600 hr) and a 2001 3100 with Cummins 6BTA engines (1100 hr). The price difference is approximately $20,000 higher for the 2001. I will use the vessel in Naples, Florida, mostly for family day trips and costal cruising/fishing, with an occasional trip to the Keys. I have never owned a diesel, but have had numerous gas powered cruisers in the midwest. Reviewing posts on the subject, I'm still unsure which is the best way to go, as both are in Bristol condition with detailed service records. The initial cost is not my main concern, but rather which set up would be best for my intended use and the fact that we are not full-time in Florida as of yet. The vessel will be slipped and used when we are in Florida, which is approximately 2 weeks a month from November - March and a week a month from April- October. Any comments regarding which set up would be best for my particular situation would be greatly appreciated! Thanks, Tom
