From what I've seen you get more bang for your buck with north river. My next boat will be a north river. Right now I have a 19ft stryker sportjet. Overall its a good boat, but I find myself longing for more power and more room.

I did have to take it in to get fixed and ended up with a new motor. Now it seems slower than before. Actally according to the gps is it slower. I can't get over 40mph.

I would tell your friend to check out NR.