2004 Bentley 200 Cruise

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We are selling our 2004 Bentley 200 Cruise pontoon boat, motor, and trailer. We are the original owners and purchased this brand new in 2004. The boat/motor has low hours (I will add those to the description tomorrow when I'm able to check the hour meter). All photos shown were taken today - this is exactly as you'll find the boat at the close of auction. The boat is always covered, in the summer we use the custom-made upholstery covers (shown and will be included). During the off-season from October to April, the large playpen cover is installed (also shown and will be included). The bimini top is a new Bentley model installed just this year. I ordered it in the Spring of 2012 from a Charleston dealer and installed it at the beginning of this season due to the original getting torn by the wind. I am a meticulous about maintenance and this outboard gets serviced every year with fresh Mercury Performance Plus gearcase oil/grease (same as I use in my Mercury V6 bass boat), Mercury Teflon grease on the Zerk fittings, propshaft, tilt, and steering, and new sparkplugs. The new Stowaway battery was also installed this year. You will notice that this is a BIGFOOT 60, one of the outboards Mercury designs specifically for pontoons, barges, and other large boats. The gearcase and the propshaft are built for the task of moving heavy loads like this pontoon for years and years. I specified this outboard be used and would accept nothing less. It is a 2-stroke, 3 cylinder. These are reliable, the boat is very efficient, and will move this boat 17 mph if needed. I have a rule of 2/3 throttle (4,000 to 4,200 rpm) that I follow for maximum fuel economy and effortless operation. I've learned over the years that the 2/3 rule more than doubles the life of any engine. At 4,200 rpm, this boat loaded delivers 12/13 mph and we have never consumed the 24 gallons capacity in a single day. I'm sure it could be done, but a day on the lake sightseeing, swimming, and cruising has been done on a single tank with room to spare. The injector oil is automatic and kept in a separate reservoir inside the motor cover. The carpet and seats are in great shape - there is not a single hole or tear in either. They do need cleaning. This boat has been covered, but they still get mildew on the vinyl. We uncovered it this morning and wiped it down and washed the pontoons and sides for the photos. The sides are dry - that powdercoat is as good and shiny as the day it was delivered. All railing and sides are aluminum. The seats have polyethylene bases and all hardware is stainless steel. The deck and pontoons were sold with a life-time warranty, so it's there to stay. The motor cover decal is peeling back on one edge. I've shown this in the photo. My failure to cover the motor contributed to this. You will get the fire extenguisher, at least 6 life vest and/or cushions like new, the table, change/privacy curtain, entry ladder, and AM/FM/CD stereo. We are selling because we've sold the lake condo this summer. We did not use the boat much when we had the condo, now that it is on the trailer at my residence it has not been used since. It's in the way and needs to find a good home. I will be happy to answer any questions and provide photos not shown. I reserve the right to cancel this auction at any time and I can/will remove zero (o) feedback bidders unless you mail me to explain the reason for the 0 or low feedback. I realize many don't use eBay regularly and all of us started with zero, but I have had auctions for my antique motorcycle hobby messed up with non-serious bidding. You're going to love this boat - Good luck with your bidding. Gordon On Nov-28-12 at 14:46:25 PST, seller added the following information: November 28 - It rained here Tuesday so I did not get out and check the hourmeter, but today was clear skies. 163 hours since brand new. This includes idle time and anytime the ignition swith is in the "ON" position. As said, this is in great shape, barely used, and well maintained. Best Regards, Gordon On Nov-28-12 at 17:12:14 PST, seller added the following information: At $7,100 the auction is very close to my reserve. It looks like this boat will follow one of you home! Thanks, Gordon