I bought a Northriver 19ft mariner last September with a 90hp main and a 8hp kicker Yami 4 strokes with full canvas the deciding factor for me was beam width 95" I live in Westport no service depts near me So I went with the "best boat your money could buy". Boat price alittle over what your friend wants to spend but with out the kicker and few extras it could work E-mail me if you have any questions.