If you were in the market for a 1989 Formula 357, 420's, trs, apparently 350 hours, very clean, what would you consider a "great deal"?

30k

I looked at one at lake texoma 2 yrs ago that was 25k.

An '89 357 for $25 - $30??? That would be a steal I think. I paid $30 for my '85 357 with blower motors and was I thought that was a good deal.

I'd say 30K would be a good deal if the boat is as represented.....

you guys are crazy, 45K would be a great deal. (minus the TRS) post some pics

I agree, you guys are shooting a bit low price wise. Sure around 30k for a 357 in mint shape would be nice, but they are worth more than that. Probably more into the mid 40's and up depending on condition, engines, trailer, etc. Can't get somethin' for nothin' ya know...

If you see one for $25-30k, I would suspect something is up. Maybe you found a gold nugget, maybe you found someone else's headaches. You know the saying...get what you pay for. I'm not saying you can't find a deal here and there, but these days with the Internet, it's much rarer.

So Mika, what's the price for this 357 since you haven't mentioned it?

Here is my friends 357 on Black Thunders web site. He sells BT for 2 yrs now. Is this a good deal?

1988 Formula 357 w/ trailer




Stock Number 88greg Power Plant
Year 1988 Engine Builder Mercury
Make formula Engine CUI
Model 357 SR1 Engine Hours
Length O/A 35'7 Engine Fuel Type
Beam Width
Approximate Weight Performance
Exterior Color Engine HP
Interior Color Best MPH
Seating Capacity

Full Description Price $75,000.00
Twin 370 HP mags w/ 500 hours, TRS Fresh rebuilds, 21 & 23 pitch Mirage Plus Lab Finished Props, Enclosed Porta Pottie w/ pump out

Interior has TV/VCR cabinet, wet bar, stainless steel sink, 30 gal water tank, Gray & Burgundy interior, Microwave, Shore Power, AM/FM Cassete stereo, 12 Disc CD Changer, Refrigerator, New Removable Cockpit carpet, Drop out bolster seat, Complete camper canvas including screens and windows, Cockpit cover

Navigation equipment: Garmen 220 Color GPS & Chart plotter with Great lakes chip, VHF Radios, Standard & Horizon W/ GPS Display

Trailer: 1988 Oklahoma, 15,000 lb Capacity, Tri-Axle, New Tires & Brakes, Frame mounted storage box, spare tire.

Always stored inside and used in fresh water only!

he said Steal ...40-50 would be average ...

Forgot to mention it has AC and a 2000 Owens and Son's trailer with triple disc brakes. He's at 40k but I think I can beat him up a bit more.

Thanks for the responses.

Here are a few pix