As I said earlier, I bought a Triton from a small dealer for a grand less than I could have gotten a Z7 from a big box retailer (BPS) who's pockets are really getting larger? Rigged exactly the same Nitro is rarely cheaper than all but Ranger.

So it sounds like Nitro has improved and is listening to there customers. i'll put up some info on options and exact pricing for a more detailed comparisons to the other boats to see if the standard equipment argument holds water.

Thanks Gary

Ok, I'll start with a Z6 and go thru the Z9. All of these boats are on my floor and are 2012 models. Z6/115 OptiMax, $22875.00 includes freight and prep. This boat has the port console and comes with a $1000.00 Bass Ptro gift card. Foam filled fiberglass sringers, Mark-5x fishfinder, all instruments, 12v 54 lb motor guide, 2 bank charger, 32 gal. aerated and divided aft live well with timer, recirculator and pump out system, overssized bow casting platform w/rod hold downs. port and starboard storage lockers and center locker with rod tubes for up to 7 ft. step to bow deck with insulated cooler.3 across seating w/drained helm and buddy storage ares,steps to aft deck and drink holders.Color matched poweder trailer with swing away tongue, ez lube hubs.

Z7 /Merc 150 pro xs,removable port console, hydraulic steering, $1000.00 Bass Pro gift card, $26030.00 includes prep and freight.Rapid planing System transom for better hole shot, mark-5x fishfinder, 34 gal live well. 2 large lockable rod boxes with lid assists, welded & insulated aluminum compartment lids, hand laid hull with foam filled fiberglass stringers system,stainless prop, 24v 70lb motor guide, powder coated trailer with swing away.

2012 Z8 $41080.00 includes freight and prep with 200 Merc OptiMax Pro XS with torque master gear case. Remote oil fill, removable port console, elite 4 color option,, trim lever on colume, hot foot, tilt hydraulic steering, fiberglass fenders tandem trailer, $1000.00 Bass Pro gift card. Hand laid hull with fiberglass stringer system, RPS planing sysytem, fully molded rigging area for easy clean up, 24v 70lb motor guide, modular console w removable tinted winshield, dash dimmer switch, mark-5 x fishfinder, 2 aerated guardian livewells with timers, and max air induction systems , extra large illuminated bow storage box, bow bicycle seat and aft. folding fishing chair. 2 lockable rod boxes. Color matched powde coated trailer with tongur step, led brake lights , swing tongue and ez lube hubs, tandem trailer.

2012 Z9 w/250 Merc OptiMax Pro XS with torque master gear case.$47930.00, includes freight and prep. Nitro ratchet cover, 4 bank charger,HDS7 on bow, HDS10 in dash with structure scan LSS1,trim on colume, hot foot,keel guard, Minkota fortrex 36v, 101lb,with transducer us2, retractable tie downs, spare tire kit, white letter tires.Hand laid hull with fiberglassd stringer system, RPS planing system, modular console for maximum hull strength and maximum leg room.molded in steps to decks, pull out console drawew for easy reach to store. expansive padded bow deck and high capcity dry storage locker, unique gunnels create additional interior space and larger fishing decks color matched trailer tandem and powder coated.swing away tongue, no touch votex hubs.

Ok, here it is. I would like someone to give apples to apples price comparisons. Lets here it. Please remember these boats are on my floor and are optioned as indicated, other dealers boats may be set up differant. Z8/9 all have 10 in slidemaster jack plates, fiberglass fenders. all boats are 3 color custom colors. all prices include FREIGHT AND PREP.

Pics posted.

Gary when I went and looked at the Nitro I wa told that the Z-line Nitros didnt need a jack plate because of the RPS was I miss informed? That was one of the questions I ask the salesman.

Z8 and 9 come with them, the 6 and 7 do not. On the 7 you can add one but not required. The z 6 has cable steering and if one is added to it , it may require longer cables. The RPS , rapid planning system on the 6 and 7 allow it to plan w/o. So I'm not sure what boat you were discussing with the salesman. Thanks foe asking. Gary

Thanks for all of the interest and I have sent pics to those who requested them. I hope someone will post a $ comparison on similarly equiped boats. I'm into facts not my buddy says stuff.

I bought my Z7 back in 2008, I am a working stiff, don't have deep pockets and found it was the biggest and best bang for the buck boat on the market for me.
Biggest lakes I fish are Falcon and Amistad, I found myself in some pretty rough stuff getting back to the ramps, she always got me home safe and sound, thanking her by patting her on the dash and saying.. thank you baby.
Bottom line.. love it.

How much does a Z-7 run with a 175 on it? Wonder how that compares to a Stratos Elite 183 with a 175 at 30K.

Z7 IS ONLY AVAILABLE WITH A 150.