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I picked up 2 mid-90s jet skis several years ago - I don't regret a thing. They are small, nimble, and very easy to work on. I've had them full throttle (all 55/75 horses) on a flat lake and I really wouldn't want to go much faster. I go through about 5-6 gallons TOTAL for a couple hours out on the lake. Using them a 3-4 times a summer - I have never put oil in them since I bought them - still 3/4s full.

I have no interest in owning a modern mammoth - they are huge, expensive, and complicated.

Edit: Oh, forgot to mention that I paid $3000 for 2 jet skis and a trailer. That's barely 1/3 of a modern jet ski. AND the guy gave my freelance gig some business!