What to do with the 19' Mako?

[snapperbait]

Guys and Gals.. Need some input here..<br /><br />I bought an old 19' Mako last year for a song & dance... It's a total basket case... Stringers, transom, floor, all gone... Needs mucho attention.. It's been sitting ever since I drug it to my shop...<br /><br />Now I'm trying to figure if it's worth fooling with, or do I haul it to the dump...<br /><br />What i'm looking for is ya'lls opinions on what you'd be willing to spend on a 1969, 19' Mako thats been totally done up right, but not original; with no motor or trailer (the trailer's a maybe)..<br /><br />My plan, if I proceed, is to do all the stringers, floor, transom, glass work ect, plus paint and some rigging (wiring, bilge pumps, fuel tank, hardware, ect).. Basicly I would want to sell it as a finished boat, without a motor (outboard)...<br /><br />What do ya'll think it would be worth?..

 

[Twidget]

Re: What to do with the 19' Mako?

You might try asking that question on the classic mako site.<br /><br />Wish I had a better answer.

 

[Solittle]

Re: What to do with the 19' Mako?

Well snapper I'll give you some input - The Makos of that period were a popular and fairly well made boat at least in south Florida. Lets put the Mako name aside. If you value your time and are looking for a money maker that project probably isn't worth it. If I may - -<br /><br />You are lookin at a 36 year old 19'er. Those who know something about boats are not put off by age but many are. That alone is going to turn off many potential buyers no matter how thorough a job you do in the restoration. Lets say you went ahead and were to offer it for $1,000.00. If you had to put $5-600 into it to get it salable you might be looking at making $4-500.00.<br /><br />Now I come along as a potential buyer. Even if I thought you did a great job and the hull was worth $1,000 I would have to figure on laying out a grand for a used 115 hp OB and maybe another $400.00 for a trailer + another say $300.00 for outfitting and $2-300.00 for engine service. That would total close to $3,000.00 to get in the water. I don't think I would lay out that kind of money for a 36 year old rig when there are lots of others much newer rigs ready to go on the market - that I can even water test.<br /><br />A suggestion - check around and see if there is a vocational - tech school in your area and donate it (as is of course). You can use the donated value as a tax deduction.

 

[DJ]

Re: What to do with the 19' Mako?

Snapper,<br /><br />This is, indeed, a dilema.<br /><br />If it were me, I'd fix it, but you're not me. You have another boat.<br /><br />Remember, as SoLittle said, it's still an old boat. A classic, true enough.<br /><br />If you do a 100% resto. on it, it still has a very limited market, (those who appreciate what it is). Even at that, you are competing with someone that would probably do the resto' themselves.<br /><br />I hate to see a classic, like that, go to the dump. There is someone out there that wants it.<br /><br />IMHO, spend a few bucks and advertise her for "free". Give her a new life.

 

[qapd]

Re: What to do with the 19' Mako?

Please post this on the Classic Mako site. I am sure their is someone over there that would like to tackle this project.<br />They are having a funament this weekend in Destin, Fl. They might be a little slow to respond until next week.<br />I would be there but I have to work.<br /><br />Qapd<br />Pasadena, Tx<br />'97 Mako 191

 

[snapperbait]

Re: What to do with the 19' Mako?

Thanks, Gentlemen.. <br /><br />The thing is, I have so many odd bits and pieces laying around that I'd like to put to good use.. Gas tanks, cleats, battery trays, hoses, thru-hulls, even shift/throttle controls.. <br /><br />SoLittle's though of donating her to a tech school was something I had not thought of.. Good call.. <br /><br />I'll get over to the Mako board over the weekend, guys..<br /><br />Think I'll sleep on it for a little while yet, before I make the final decision...

 

[BillP]

Re: What to do with the 19' Mako?

I'll add another 02. It is difficult to find a 19' bare CC hull in A1 condition of any age for under $1500 in Florida. When buying a Mako you are also buying into a "fishing club" which has frequent events and contests. It's more than just "buying a boat" so the resale may be a tad higher to fishermen who buy Makos for that reason (that is why I would buy a Mako - nobody beats them for fishing events). A Mako fanatic would probably pay more if you can find him. How much more would depend on the materials used and craftsmanship. Documenting and taking pics would be mandatory to get top dollar...which IMHO is $2000-$2500 from a fanatic. I would also beef the transom up on that year. How much do you want for the project as is?

 

[Dhadley]

Re: What to do with the 19' Mako?

I just bought a 1971 22' Mako that we're doing the same thing to. No matter what boat we looked at, new or used, it wasnt laid out like I wanted. This one will be. It will be rigged and wired correctly. Basically the only money we'll have in it is what it costs to do it. It has the hull design I was looking for. And when we're done, it's a Mako .<br /><br />If you think thats not worth something go to www.classicmako.com and read/ask. Look in the Boat Trader. There's a reason early Makos are still around. They dont fall apart. The transom in this one is solid as a rock and never been replaced. I'm going to replace it simply because I want a full transom. <br /><br />Yes, I'll have a lot of time / money in a 1971 boat but -- did I mention -- it's a Mako. And we'll have the boat laid out the way we want and I'd bet that we could get back every dime we put into it if we chose to sell it. Probably more. Why? Because it's a Mako .