New Owner!!

[FJ_Russo]

So I bought a 1975 16' Starcraft. On ebay tonight. Has a 1975 85hp Evinrude on the back. Video of the compression and of it running they say no problems. Boat needs a restore but thats what I was looking for. Total bill 861.00!! I think I did good?? I have great plans for her I cant wait till shes in my driveway!

Heres the link
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...0542730552&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK:MEWAX:IT

 

[Krichbourg]

Re: New Owner!!

Welcome! Boat, Motor and trailer for under a grand. That's a steal. We look forward to hearing all about your plans for her. Enjoy!

 

[Pugetsound]

Re: New Owner!!

Welcome It looks like a bit of modern work done on the bow. and the boal looks very clean.

 

[jasoutside]

Re: New Owner!!

I was eyeballing that boat! Had it in my watch list

I think it's a great rig, nice work man!

Hey, a Michigan guy too, excellent!

 

[dozerII]

Re: New Owner!!

Great boat and a great deal on it, the "Starmada" grows.
Glen

 

[Bwana Don]

Re: New Owner!!

I was eyeballing that boat! Had it in my watch list

I think it's a great rig, nice work man!

Hey, a Michigan guy too, excellent!

Ditto. I watched it last and thought what a great deal. My wife was ebaying last night and saw all these boats in my watch list. She knows another one is coming home sooner or later.

From one "Michigan Man" to another, welcome to the Starmada. Great boats and great guys here to talk to. Enjoy!

 

[fshngho]

Re: New Owner!!

FJ, Welcome and SuuhWeeet Boat ya got there Bud. Already have the trolling motor and everything rigged I see. Now you have to check it out and make SURE it's sea worthy and of course let us know. We will help in any resto and/or modifications you may want. ( It'll cost of course) We demand pics when you get her and I am sure someone will take care of your dues.

 

[ezmobee]

Re: New Owner!!

You realize that CMC tilt unit on there is worth $400 by itself right? You stole that rig. Welcome to the Starmada!! That's a great boat and motor. Should do around 40MPH. Nice!

 

[Pugetsound]

Re: New Owner!!

Looks like a wash and wear boat to me Ready for spring. Looks well kept.

 

[FJ_Russo]

Re: New Owner!!

You realize that CMC tilt unit on there is worth $400 by itself right? You stole that rig. Welcome to the Starmada!! That's a great boat and motor. Should do around 40MPH. Nice!

WOW I knew that the trim and tilt unit wasn't cheap but I had no clue 400 bucks! WOW I hope she does 40!!, that would be great I just want a nice fish and ski.. maybe a lil more ski than fish.

Thanks guys I felt like it was a good deal, but its great to hear it from knowledgeable guys that it was a definite good buy. I had the little misses read your replies to prove my point that it was a good buy thanks for thehelp on that end also.

 

[jasoutside]

Re: New Owner!!

I had the little misses read your replies to prove my point that it was a good buy thanks for thehelp on that end also.

Well, enjoy it while it lasts. Hang out with this group long enough, you'll find yourself in hot water at some point

Cheers man!

 

[Starman8]

Re: New Owner!!

shoot me a PM regarding your water ski setup plans

 

[fshngho]

Re: New Owner!!

Dear Mrs Fj, This letter is in regard to the recent purchase of a 16 foot Starcraft by youre husband. In our honest opinion, we have determined he has acquired a boat more than worthy of being a member of our group. He had purchased this boat for $861.00 and the motor alone is worth that amount. When you add all the additional options he had acquired with the boat, he has approximately 2-3k that he could make should he decide to sell or part out. That being said, DO NOT allow him to sell it!! It will take some additional money to make the boat "your own" but the joy and fun you will share is priceless. Please stay on his arse and give him heck when it seems he is not doing his full promisary duty to this boat. It should be re-done, to both of youre satisfaction, and enjoyed. If we can be of any help in this endevour, of course, you and he are welcome and encouraged to simply ask.


Did that help ya FJ?
Nuttin I wont do for a Starcraft Brother

 

[FJ_Russo]

Re: New Owner!!

thats was perfect!! Absolutely perfect! fshngo, I got home from work and read her that message while she was getting ready. And now I think she might be more excited for the drive down to pick it up than me! I'm going to start a restoration thread soon I have saved a ton of pictures from others work that I feel I want to integrate into the boat. Work this week wont let me get to Indiana to pick her up until either Fri or Sund depending on the sellers schedule. Its not going to get here soon enough!

 

[Huron Angler]

Re: New Owner!!

Welcome to the Starcraft armada

I bought nearly the same rig last year, including CMC bracket and 80hp for $1000 so I say you have done very well. You even got a Johnnyrude and bow-mount too, way to go.

Those PT-130 brackets go for $560 brand new. They are very well made and almost maintenance free. Good luck with the project