I see early to mid 90's 419s for sale reasonably priced. Are there decent boats? Anything in particular to look for on them? Thank you for any help.

I have one for 7 years has been a great boat. Fuell is slightly more than a 38. Other than that it's been great.

All I know is thats alotta boat and alotta wax

I had a 1997 419 fastec for about 7 years. That thing is a beast in rough water, can tame anything up to 6 foot seas. In spite of triple engines, would plane with little or no bow rise, actually less than a 357 (which I also owned). I would also think, you have the greatest potential for a high speed formula with this boat. I had 525 super charged stock engines and it ran 83 at sea level in the Florida heat all day long, no stand off boxes either. Tons of cabin room, tons of room to wrench on the engines, room for waste tanks, hot water tanks, generators, etc. Best riding Formula I've ever been in. As with any older boat, regardless of make, check for water in transom and engine stringers. Also, make sure bond between hull and deck is water tight and secure. Lastly, if it has stock cast iron exhaust, change it. If it has CMI headers, check them for leaks. Had mine insured with State Farm. As long as you have them verify with their underwriters that is comes stock from Formula with three engines, I had no issues with them insuring it. Paid between $500.00 and $900.00 a year for $100K value. Good luck, I don't think you can go wrong. If you are worried about gas mileage, you shouldn't be looking at any offshore V-8 multiple stern drive boats.

This man is one of the most knowledgeable and meticulous boat owners on the planet....and one hell a of a nice guy too.