I bought my first boat a couple years ago. Always wanting to own a Ranger I purchased one knowing that I would someday "upgrade". Well that time has come. I had a gentleman come by yesterday and pay me what I had in the boat. It wil make him a great boat and he will take care of her I have a couple boats scheduled too look at, a 95 Gambler 21' with a 200 Evinrude and a Champion 20' with a 200 Merc. Either one makes a quality boat, I know I struggle with the boy side that wants the cool super fast boat or the more defined fishing boat. Do I want the sports car or the SUV? What to do What to do....

 

Still a Ranger guy at heart....

Just me, but of the two you mentioned I'd go for the Champion.  

I too am a Ranger guy. My Uncle bought a Gambler with a 300 HPDI  on it an that boat was wicked. If you just want to go fast and have no concern about anything else Gambler would be your boat. However, coming from a Ranger, I really doubt you'd like it. They're built for speed first and fishing second. You might be thinking sports car or suv, but how many people do you see using a sports car as a work truck? Champion has a good reputation, but you can't go wrong if you go with another Ranger. 

Yes but I am quickly seeing that even tho I got a premium price for my ranger replacing it will also take a premium price. I looked at the champ the other night.. BEAUTIFUL boat! But the layout left less storage than in my 18'. I have since found a couple late 90s Triton 20's that are lake ready so may head in that direction if nothing else pans out.