Used Boat Buying Process
09-01-2019, 11:10 AM
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Used Boat Buying Process
Newbie here wanting to know the best way to go about buying a used boat. I've found a minty 25 Outlaw that I'm going to see in a few days. It's a 1999 SST that is spotless with rebuild 61 hours ago. My plan is to go look at it and make an offer pending a survey and compression test. Not sure how to go about the compression test. I have tested compression on motorcycles before, I'm assuming the procedure is similar. What do you experienced boat buyers suggest? Finding a surveyor and then taking to a boat mechanic? Also, anything in particular I should look for in this boat? Standing by.
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09-01-2019, 11:33 AM
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09-01-2019, 12:05 PM
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A lot of people have been burned using a surveyor. They did not pick up on a lot of issues. Do your due diligence!!
09-01-2019, 12:13 PM
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Definitely do your homework on a good surveyor. I've found they can "miss" things.... Be sure to give the boat a very good examination, use a qualified surveyor and given it is a Baja, a quick check with a moisture meter is not a bad idea either.
09-01-2019, 12:16 PM
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09-03-2019, 04:57 PM
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Def moisture meter & compression check and any receipts & maint records from boat owner are very helpfull
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