Is this boat worth the price they are asking?

Question

Check out this link and tell me if you think its a good price for the boat. I've been told the seats are new, the rotor is new.

Skis, knee board, and tube are included. It has a removable deck on the back end.

Carpet is worn, needs replacing. Other than that, there are no known issues.

Here's the link:

http://conchovalleyhomepage.com/content/marketplace/classifieds/items?cat_id=507&item_id=1307

Answer 1

You can look it up on Kelly Blue Book (the same one as for cars).  www.kbb.com

Answer 2

Nice boat, I may be interested in this boat now....

Answer 3

I'm a canal boater in the UK - we always recommend a surveyors report before agreeing a deal.

Is this a possibility where you are?

Answer 4

We owned an 89 Chaparral 2550SX cuddy and she was a great boat and we kept her for 14 years and sold her a little over 3 yrs ago for $9200 w/ trailer. She looked like new and had been boatel kept about 90% of the time.

To me this makes it seem that the asking price is high. Yes, he put $$$ into her but for what? As she is on a trailer it is recommended that you have someone, like a surveyor or marine mechanic, tell you, if they can, what the stringers are like. If these show signs of sitting in water for any length of time...say thanks but no thanks! You'll know for there will be water marks and worst case scenario they'll be rotting or warped. You can also get a good idea of this ever having happened if you feel "soft spots" in the deck. Also have the mechanic check the engine and just as importantly the outdrive for you never know who serviced it and how often.

If it all checks out, and he's firm on the price...go for it. It'll be a great day boat. But remember...buyer beware...and you don't want to learn about an unknown problem while out on the water. With that said...and the age of the boat...make certain you get towing coverage from your insurance company in case it's needed.

Answer 5

While it looks okay I would be asking how many hours on that inboard motor if it craps out it's a pain and a expensive pain to replace. I also can see the interior of the boat or now if the gauges work. If these questions pan out then it's worth the price. I personally doubt that the motor is very good as it is an 1989. It's bound to be very tired by now. if the motor is junk find another one it won't be worth the hassle.