1987 bayliner open bow

[trulyultrafit]

Im a noob to boating and I can get a 87 bayliner openbow for $450 the owner says it has a 2.3l volvo engine inboard thats runs needs alternator and silonoid on the starter but still starts outdrive works good no noises but there is definately need of floor work and interior work would this be a good purchase for the price and i dont mind a project but how extensive do you think it may get there are seat cushions backed p to the transom so in the pics you cant tell if it may be damaged.

thanks for any help

 

[Baylinerman]

Re: 1987 bayliner open bow

I just purchased a 87 Bayliner paid 800. Engine was bad, being rebuilt now. Did all the reupholstering myself. If you have the time and money I feel its a good deal.

 

[Baylinerman]

Re: 1987 bayliner open bow

One thing about my reply. You got to remember I have a lot of time and can do all the work myself. If the floor is in need of repair you had better check for any leaks in the hull.

 

[redone4x4]

Re: 1987 bayliner open bow

I would say go for it. Mine needed "interior work" when i bought it also. no big deal, i thought. well out here in vegas marine vinyl goes for $10/yard so that added up over $500 pretty quick so far and im still not done. just something to consider.

I bought mine for 1500 bucks but it has a smooth running V8 in it. How much family fun can you have for $450? thats the way I look at it, all our vacations and stuff are based on the boat, so it opened up a whole new element for the kids and has been well worth it even though I still spend countless hours working on/improving it.

 

[trulyultrafit]

Re: 1987 bayliner open bow

decided not to go with the open bow but now have the oppurtunity to get an 88 bayliner cuddy cabin for $600 or less in about 2 weeks there is a definite need for replacement of all vinyl from pics and the lower end of the outboard motor was pulled off to clean calcium deposits because it was on the delta uncovered for a bit included are new seals and fuel line engine is 85p us marine force outboard it doesnt look like it has wood rot but who knows whats under the carpet... sorry to bug but just need some advice.