Buying A Used Boat

rhurley31 · Post by **rhurley31** » Sun Mar 06, 2011 11:09 pm

I recently bought a new boat (Triton 17' Explorer) and am now looking for a used boat that closer meets my needs.

What's the best way to ensure that I'm getting a good deal for the boat. I want to make sure the motor isn't going to die after a few trips to the lake once I buy it.

Thanks

bassinator4u · Post by **bassinator4u** » Sun Mar 06, 2011 11:18 pm

was there anything wrng with the boat you just got(triton17)?
have a dealer look at the motor and have a print out of the motor is the best way

rhurley31 · Post by **rhurley31** » Mon Mar 07, 2011 9:59 am

No problems, I just learned more of what I wanted in a bass fishing boat. Obviously I learned this the hard way.

Wolfeman · Post by **Wolfeman** » Mon Mar 07, 2011 11:53 am

rhurley31 wrote:I recently bought a new boat (Triton 17' Explorer) and am now looking for a used boat that closer meets my needs.

What's the best way to ensure that I'm getting a good deal for the boat. I want to make sure the motor isn't going to die after a few trips to the lake once I buy it.

Thanks

Always take the used boat you are thinking about buying to a reputable, preferably certified mechanic for the big motor brand, and have it thoroughly checked out. Should only cost $100 or so for the check out, and it you are spending several thousand on the boat it is money well spent.
There are several good articles on this site that talk about used boat buying.
- Wolfeman

GITBIT · Post by **GITBIT** » Mon Mar 07, 2011 1:06 pm

Take the other guys advice. Spend the money and get the boat checked out no matter what!!!

Mike

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