Location: 31 | Slow Rollin - 10/23/2014 7:47 AM
I would try to test drive it and get it on the water for a few hours. Then check if the boat is taking on water.
I learned the hard way and bought a boat that had small leaks all over in the hull/rivets.
I asked the seller if it had any leaks and he said NO. Very expensive to fix as well.
I’m sure lesson learned; never take anyone's “word for it”... that guy obviously lied as he sold it to you.
I would get the motor issue cleared up with a neutral mechanic first before even considering a test ride (if still considering). I think this boat is an older fiberglass model, so the transom and stringers should be professionally inspected too. If you don't know what to look for with large items, always seek the advise of somebody who does.
When I bought my last boat (2008 621), that guy lied about its condition too! I was not happy after driving five hours only to notice the lower units “skeg guard” before I even got out of my vehicle. I immediately asked about it and he said there was no damage to the lower unit (right?), I noticed damage on the stainless steel prop and spun it… yep, it wobbled.
I told him there was no need to go out for a test drive unless he agreed to pay for the repair of the lower unit and prop, as well as some other minor items. As it turned out, the guy had no business owning a boat of this caliber… amazingly enough, he didn't even know how to operate the jack plate, and then he asked if I could dock/recover for him!
Edited by Jerry Newman 10/23/2014 11:42 AM
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