Don't count on getting more precise or unbiased information at boat shows. Often sales people at boat shows are just salesmen. They are selling a product--no matter how expensive. Years ago I had good dealings with an excellent yacht salesman. One day he was gone--and I asked why? He could make more money by selling rolls of commercial news print--so asked what he had done before yacht sales--he had sold parts for Lawn mowers! I would find clients of a yard who have owned a boat for several years and ask them how the boat has held up. On the other hand, many folks who have shelled out a couple of million bucks may not always give a totally objective opinion. Regards, Bob Austin