I picked up a Vivid 7CV on clearance a couple weeks back. IMHO the downscan and traditional sonar is quite a bit better than the Elite 7Ti that was already on the console. The non-touch screen takes some getting used to (when you have been using a touch) but it is easier to clean spots off it.
If you like maps, turn on the quickdraw and start it recording as soon as you get on the water. It does a real good contour. Also better then the Lowrance I think.