Is it worth it?

[fortyfreak9]

Well I have posted a few times asking questions about what to look for buying a used boat. I really need to know if the boat I am looking at is worth the price. It is a 1989 Kingfisher XL-179. 18' bass boat. It has a 1989-90 Yamaha 115 HP outboard. Motor has low hours and the seats and carpet was all redone 2-3 years ago. The trailer and tires are in good shape. The boat has been stored uncover. It looks to be in excellent condition. The guy is asking $3500 for it but said with worth around $5000. I have a few pics on my previous posts of the boat. Please let me know. Thank you.

 

[JCF350]

Re: Is it worth it?

Your really at the point of needing an "eyeballs on" inspection since your down to niggling over dollars. Pics and general descriptions can only cover so much.

 

[Solittle]

Re: Is it worth it?

Check the Boat trader for like boats in your area. Pricing is very location and season dependent.

 

[ck85abc3]

Re: Is it worth it?

Well I have posted a few times asking questions about what to look for buying a used boat. I really need to know if the boat I am looking at is worth the price. It is a 1989 Kingfisher XL-179. 18' bass boat. It has a 1989-90 Yamaha 115 HP outboard. Motor has low hours and the seats and carpet was all redone 2-3 years ago. The trailer and tires are in good shape. The boat has been stored uncover. It looks to be in excellent condition. The guy is asking $3500 for it but said with worth around $5000. I have a few pics on my previous posts of the boat. Please let me know. Thank you.

If it was worth $5000, he would sell it for $5000. Unless he needs to get rid of it really fast.

Pics would be nice.

 

[Salty Joe]

Re: Is it worth it?

There are lots of web sites that have boats for sale. DO a search for "used boats". One of the best sites is "yachtworld.com". Bear in mind that a boat listed by a broker has a commission in the price. The price sounds good. Take it for a ride and run it at wide open throtle.