Nautic Star 223 DC Sport Deck DB vs Southwind 229L: 5-year value retention (76% vs 76%), resale value, and cost of ownership head-to-head. Southwind 229L holds its value better.
On five-year value retention the Southwind 229L comes out ahead, holding about 76% of its value versus 76% for the Nautic Star 223 DC Sport Deck DB. Over the first five years the Southwind 229L loses roughly $16,175 while the Nautic Star 223 DC Sport Deck DB loses about $14,368 — a gap near $-1807.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Southwind 229L sheds about 5% in year one versus 5% for the Nautic Star 223 DC Sport Deck DB. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.
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