Deal on a Boston Whaler 17 Montauk

[basstender10.6]

I am looking at a 2006 Boston Whaler 17 Montauk (freshwater, not bottom paint). It comes with a galvanized trailer a 90hp mercury 4 stroke. The engine had a new powerhead put on in 2010. The boat is in great shape inside (looks new). The outside has some spots that need to be buffed out but they are minor. Oh and it also has a bimini top. The marina is asking $11,800. I have looked around it is seems like a great deal but I am worried about the powerhead. Why would it need replacement after only 4 season.....

 

[airshot]

Re: Deal on a Boston Whaler 17 Montauk

I would be wondering the same thing, however it may have been a factory defect, any history that they can share? Is there a warranty?
Some questions need to be ask before purchase if it were me.

 

[basstender10.6]

Re: Deal on a Boston Whaler 17 Montauk

I agree. I will defiantly ask questions pertaining to the motor. Overall do you think the asking price is fair?

 

[crabby captain john]

Re: Deal on a Boston Whaler 17 Montauk

Price is just a little high if everything is in fantastic condition. The dealer figures to negotiate so it would be OK. There is question on the motor,,, all electronics and trailer should be included.

 

[basstender10.6]

Re: Deal on a Boston Whaler 17 Montauk

Wow, I actually thought the boat was a steal. Here are other 17 Montauks for sale in the US. Most '05-'06 are going for 15-25k.
New And Used Boats For Sale On BoatTrader.com - BoatTrader.com

 

[saumon]

Re: Deal on a Boston Whaler 17 Montauk

The ones on BoatTrader are always priced way higher than actual market. Shop around on CL using SearchTempest and setting a radius you're willing to travel. Keep in mind there's 3 main iterations of the Montauk, the pre-76 (smirkless), the 1976-2001 (classic smirked) and the 2002 and newer (renamed the 170 with the Accutrak hull). Thoses are 3 different hulls.

It's not uncommon to see the classics (late 80's) in great shape and repowered selling for more then the earlier 170...

 

[basstender10.6]

Re: Deal on a Boston Whaler 17 Montauk

I understand why people like the classic Montauk. I am interested in this boat because of the fact that it is a 2006 and looks pretty new. I was looking around and they run about 30-35k new so I thought 11k is a pretty good deal. Maybe I am wrong, since people are saying the price is a little high.

 

[Dawg'sLife93]

Re: Deal on a Boston Whaler 17 Montauk

I understand why people like the classic Montauk. I am interested in this boat because of the fact that it is a 2006 and looks pretty new. I was looking around and they run about 30-35k new so I thought 11k is a pretty good deal. Maybe I am wrong, since people are saying the price is a little high.

If you feel good with the deal, that is all that matters. It's your cash!

 

[emilsr]

Re: Deal on a Boston Whaler 17 Montauk

If you feel good with the deal, that is all that matters. It's your cash!

Agreed. Looked like a pretty good deal to me, but it's your checkbook. I really enjoyed my "classic smirked" Montauk.