Thoughts on a Fisher 165 Avenger ??

Mike(nj)

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First, I'll say Hi as this is my first post. I've been away from boating for about 4 yrs. My last boat was a 14ft alum. deep vee w/25 tiller. I sold it because it was too small & I couldn't walk around on it. <br /><br /> I'm getting the bug again, and would like my kids to enjoy it also. I found a 2003 Fisher 165 Pro Avenger Sport for sale. Any opinions on these? The asking price is $6500 with a 50hp Merc. Only know problems are the tilt/trim switch on the throttle isn't working(motor switch works) and some rub marks on one side from the dock. It was also used in the bay but the motor looks very clean along with the bottom of the boat. <br /><br /> Any tips or idea's as far as cost, what to look for etc.?
 

Mike(nj)

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Re: Thoughts on a Fisher 165 Avenger ??

Anyone? I'm going this weekend to see it......
 

AJ168

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Re: Thoughts on a Fisher 165 Avenger ??

Fisher is a pretty well made boat, I have their 18 ft. aluminum center console. Have the guy put the boat in the water and run the engine, make him take you for a little ride and make sure that he puts the boat up on plane. If it's riveted, it may leak, so check the bilge when you get back. You can find a rough estimate for the price on nadaguides.com
 

roscoe

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Re: Thoughts on a Fisher 165 Avenger ??

Decent boat.<br />Water trial is needed.<br />Pretty good price too.
 

Mike(nj)

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Re: Thoughts on a Fisher 165 Avenger ??

Well, I ended up buying it. I'll try posting a pic......
 

roscoe

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Re: Thoughts on a Fisher 165 Avenger ??

Congrats to you Mike. You don't sound very thrilled. Lets here some excitement, something like a big WOO HOO is in order. :)
 

Mike(nj)

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Re: Thoughts on a Fisher 165 Avenger ??

LOL, roscoe. I guess I didn't sound too thrilled.........I am though! Here's a pic as i'm working on it.
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