The good boat deal thread

doublespey said:
Here's my contribution to the Good Boat Deal. :)

This was an end stage Covid purchase, my attempt to buy/build the ultimate inshore and light offshore boat. 2007 Alumaweld Stryker 17' in pristine condition.

All upholstry and full canvas enclosure in good condition. Has Merc 90hp Optimax and 9hp Merc ProTroll with electric start, both with under 100 hrs per Anchor Marine. It came with a Scotty electric pot puller, couple manual Canon downriggers and assorted rod holders.

Also a 10" Garmin EchoMap GPS/fishfinder.

I've added a bow mount platform from Three Rivers Marine that allows easy swapping of the Columbia Anchor and the MinnKota Riptide Terrova (saltwater) with spotlock. Anchor Marine added a battery swap switch and wiring for the dedicated deep cycle battery.

Also bought a spare tire and mounting bracket for the trailer but have not added it yet.

Floating it here to gauge interest . . . some folks on this board know me and I'll work with any buyer so that if there's anything 'wrong' with the boat or motors in the first couple weeks I will pay for repair. This rig is turn key and has been inspected/updated from the bilge to the wiring by Anchor Marine!

It's still my dream boat, I'm only selling because my current living situation absolutely sucks for being able to use this boat in saltwater. No place to flush it, have to store it at a storage facility (it is currently in Port Townsend).

I really don't want to go to the C or F marketplaces as I don't want or need a trade for a gun or a vintage truck. I'm willing to consider offers as I would much prefer to sell thru PNW FF.
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Nice rig man. Strykers are nice.
Based on looking at 17-19' boats of a few different configurations (including nice river and sound boats like yours) most of last year, my input would be that the 90HP Optimax will reduce your possible buyers.
I saw a lot of really nice rigs sit for months and the only thing they had in common was a 2-stroke motor, usually a 90 or 115.
I almost pulled the trigger multiple times, but the 2-stroke stopped me. You'll find a buyer, but it will take a while so you'll need to use FB Marketplace. It is, by FAR, the biggest shopping platform for used boats like yours. Good luck!
 
Hey Skyriver, you're absolutely right on all your observations. I was hesitant as well, because of the 2 stroke. But I posted it for discussion on a whim and after further thought have decided to keep it. :) I looked for quite a while for that particular hull/configuration in good condition and don't want to give it up.
 
If I thought an early Tashmoo 16 was the hull and layout for me (it’s not) I’d look at this one. Some collector might want this…

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Boston Whaler Montauk 16 - boats - by owner - marine sale - craigslist

Boston Whaler Montauk 16, with trailer. This boat has been in storage since 2013 100 Yamaha Outboard with ONLY 4 hours on it. This was my father's boat that he never put in the water, he purchased...
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I dunno if it's a great deal but here you go...

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I don't know the seller....I'm simply reposting in case some one is jonesing for a Watermaster.


Here's a screen shot if you're not into Marketplace.

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Of course these things pop up when I'm 48 hours away from a month-long work trip. On paper, if everything is as good as it sounds, this is the best deal for a 17' Montauk that I've seen in about 12 months of looking at every Boston Whaler ad that's been posted west of the Rockies.

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adamcu280 said:
Of course these things pop up when I'm 48 hours away from a month-long work trip. On paper, if everything is as good as it sounds, this is the best deal for a 17' Montauk that I've seen in about 12 months of looking at every Boston Whaler ad that's been posted west of the Rockies.

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Killer deal
 
adamcu280 said:
Of course these things pop up when I'm 48 hours away from a month-long work trip. On paper, if everything is as good as it sounds, this is the best deal for a 17' Montauk that I've seen in about 12 months of looking at every Boston Whaler ad that's been posted west of the Rockies.

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Do you not worry about the hull being that old?
 
adamcu280 said:
Of course I do. Due diligence/inspection. I’ve already passed on a few that weren’t solid upon further inspection. But some old ones are still in good shape.
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What does one look for when looking at the used boats? Especially the whalers with their foam filled hulls?
 
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boats What does one look for when looking at the used boats? Especially the whalers with their foam filled hulls?
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Contrary to urban legend, BW has always used a closed cell foam. More of an issue on their older builds was the use of wood in their transoms and longitudinal stringers, which could become waterlogged by water intrusion, usually through micro cracks or poorly seated fittings.
Hand laid uni-construction hulls are always more robust, age better, than than less expensive 'chopper gun' builds in which the deck and transom are built separate and then joined to the hull. Such boats are much more susceptible to poor aging integrity than solid glass boats, starting with the transom/floor/sides intersections..
All glass boats require stem to stern examination, opening up any access hatches into the hull to look for sign of moisture or stress cracking, integrity of stringers, floor to sides cracking, fittings for handrails or such that weren't properly bedded when screwed down, transom/floor/side integrity....use your eyes and a good light, take your time, crawl every inch of the outside and the inside.
That will help one decide to either pull out their wallet or walk away.
 
adamcu280 said:
Of course these things pop up when I'm 48 hours away from a month-long work trip. On paper, if everything is as good as it sounds, this is the best deal for a 17' Montauk that I've seen in about 12 months of looking at every Boston Whaler ad that's been posted west of the Rockies.

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Everything was not as good as it sounds. The seller didn't have any problem listing things he put on the boat 6 years ago as 'new', which, after an 281 mile drive one way , caused me to question his credibility, which really pissed them off. After all, he was the preacher at the local church. His wife and him were adamant that the hull was perfect, but later he let it slip that when he got the boat it looked like hell, that the previous owner patched holes with gobs of gelcoat that he spent weeks sanding down to get smooth. Doing the rubber mallet test, there were numerous thuds in the transom area.
Oh well.
 
Otisdog said:
Everything was not as good as it sounds. The seller didn't have any problem listing things he put on the boat 6 years ago as 'new', which, after an 281 mile drive one way , caused me to question his credibility, which really pissed them off. After all, he was the preacher at the local church. His wife and him were adamant that the hull was perfect, but later he let it slip that when he got the boat it looked like hell, that the previous owner patched holes with gobs of gelcoat that he spent weeks sanding down to get smooth. Doing the rubber mallet test, there were numerous thuds in the transom area.
Oh well.
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I tend to avoid doing business with those who wear their religion on their sleeve.
 
Otisdog said:
Everything was not as good as it sounds. The seller didn't have any problem listing things he put on the boat 6 years ago as 'new', which, after an 281 mile drive one way , caused me to question his credibility, which really pissed them off. After all, he was the preacher at the local church. His wife and him were adamant that the hull was perfect, but later he let it slip that when he got the boat it looked like hell, that the previous owner patched holes with gobs of gelcoat that he spent weeks sanding down to get smooth. Doing the rubber mallet test, there were numerous thuds in the transom area.
Oh well.
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That sucks. Been there before so I feel your pain.
 
The old adage "If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is" seems relevant in this case, as it was in many boats I looked at that were listed at exceptional prices that appeared well maintained in the photos. :oops:
 
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