It's a 17 foot Boston Whaler, Sportster. Same as the Montauk, but no center console (which I would like to change). Currently has a 70hp Johnson from the mid to late 70s, but rated for 100hp. Not interested in doing any major transom work, but ideally, an engine swap, and a new console.
If only someone here knew anything about transom work...
I'm pretty jealous, friend. That's awesome.
Great information. Thanks! Like I said, hull is in excellent condition. These old whaler's are notorious for being sponges, but the drain ports were sealed a long time ago, along with re-tubed ports.
Another point - choose your new motor based on its weight, not its horsepower. A 100hp 4 stroke is a much heavier engine than a 70hp 2 stroke. All that extra weight on the back of the boat can really mess things up. You might only be able to put a 60 four stroke on there, but that is probably enough motor anyway, and you’ll be glad of the gas savings!
That's a Montauk. Nice boat, but they're asking too much.I think reporting with a new Yamaha would be my choice. As much weight as you can place on the transom. I’d also look for cracks on top of the transom where water may have entered over the years.
I’ve been eying this boat. He doesn’t list the model name though.
1982 Boston Whaler - boats - by owner - marine sale
Check out this beautiful 1982 Boston Whaler! This boat was all original when purchased in June of 2020. Since June 2020, a lot of brand new items have been installed including the list below:...seattle.craigslist.org
Is that really what those are going for now? 20 year old boat for almost $40K. Would have been under 20K two years ago.I think reporting with a new Yamaha would be my choice. As much weight as you can place on the transom. I’d also look for cracks on top of the transom where water may have entered over the years.
I’ve been eying this boat. He doesn’t list the model name though.
1982 Boston Whaler - boats - by owner - marine sale
Check out this beautiful 1982 Boston Whaler! This boat was all original when purchased in June of 2020. Since June 2020, a lot of brand new items have been installed including the list below:...seattle.craigslist.org
A new Montauk, is around $50k. Shave a few years off of that, and you're in the neighborhood of high $30 to low $40. It seems, that the mid, for a decent boat with a decent motor is in the $20k range, regardless of age. There can be some bargains out there, under that, but they usually need some work. Generally, from what I'm seeing, buyers aren't too concerned with the hull age, when it comes to value, but the motor and goodies, that go with it.
That is the first thing I thought. I purchased my 87 Montauk 17 a couple years ago, granted with an 87 Johnson that I replaced. I paid 12K for the boat and trailer with a Scotty trap puller, radio, electric motor, Bimini top and 9 hp kicker. If this CL ad is any indication it appears my boat was a great investment.
