You don't have to defend your boat to me WillyT. I'm glad you like it. I'm aware other colors are available, but other bow designs are not. And the 230 is much less "blingy" in terms of overall look. I wouldn't buy a brand new boat, I'm referring to maybe a 2009 230. I'd rather let someone else eat the massive depreciation.
I wakeboard 90% of the time too, if not, then it's surfing. I prefer the Nautique wake over the XStar. Stats can't prove that wrong, I simply prefer it. If you prefer the XStar, then I'm happy that's the boat you bought, and glad you're stoked on it.