2008 196 pics-what do you think

[Nates78Ski]

I'm with a few of you in the thoughts that the 06/07 with the "retro" graphics are the best, cleanest looking boats of all, but this does still look very clean, & classic, very CC. I like it, but lets see some silver cloud pics...

Nate

[MARK-S]

FS 2007 SE

Birclan,
I have this 2007 196 FS now.

[MHayes]

RE: FS 2007 SE

For those of you questioning the height of the swim platform, just compare it to MARK-S's above. Looks pretty much the same to me.

[SkiBlue]

RE: FS 2007 SE

I too like the current graphics on the 06-07 models. Looks just like our 88 2001, big and bold.
Mark-S that is a great looking boat!

[FloridaNautique]

RE: FS 2007 SE

my 07 is high too but its because of the hydro-gate...

Is that black Circle on the bow by the windside would that be for zero off?

[lztat573]

RE: FS 2007 SE

Is that black Circle on the bow by the windside would that be for zero off?

I'm guessing it is a reflection form the heater vent, on the windshield.

[GCN-01]

RE: FS 2007 SE

relax guys, last years graphics & gel options are still available... CC has just offered this new gel & graphics option as a choice... At the end of the day it is personal preference and it is nice to see there is some choice available, as I personally dislike the retro graphics and ordered our latest 196 with 05 swoop gelcoat & normal Nautique grahics...

[birrclan]

'08 196 pics

looks like the rubber rub rail has been replaced by a metal one and the shifter has been changed. is it my eyes or does the windshield look to be of a different material-shiny vs brushed?

[MARK-S]

RE:

If you have someone in the back of the boat or on the platform, it is much lower. I have the chrome rub rail and the wind shield bracket is brushed.
I think that with the right colors, the rub rail looks great. With some colors, the rubber black would be great also.
I am a die hard SKI NAUTIQUE logo guy and love the retro look. I was happy to see it come back on the 06s.

[GastonRider]

RE:

That is one nice looking boat (as all Nautiques are) but I think I do like the graphics on the 06-07 models better

[dyoungman1]

Do you think the graphcs on the 06/07 would fit on the 97-99 SN? I have a 1998 and a couple fo the letters need replacing. Wasn't sure if you can still get them for that year so I thought the 06/07 would look great.

[AbunDiga909]

i notice a slight difference in the windshield as well; i like the new one a lot more, much more bold

[wake_fun]

That new graphic is a $122 option on the ski.........

[AbunDiga909]

That new graphic is a $122 option on the ski.........

funny, seems like the wind blocker for the walk thru costs CC the same (if not a little more) than a whole new gelcoat option...

[scubblicious]

i was just doing the side by side hull comparison with my 90 SN and a new one and could not believe the striking similarities. You know what they say "if it aint broke.....". I like the graphics on the new one, it looks smooth and for the most part subtle. Thats a great side by side pic, send me more if you got 'em!