Came across this 38 ft top gun from 1991 for only 50k. Why would it be so cheap? Is it too good to be true? Never owned a boat but I want something as fast as possible that you can have people on and such. Says the engines are brand new but I'm unfamiliar with these boats in general.

Because it`s going to cost you 10 times as much to own.

Have you owned one of these?

Post the link

50k is just the price of admission to the party. It pales in comparison to how much it’s gonna cost you once you’re in the club.

and yes, it’s 50k for a reason. Probably time for a full restore, under powered old drives, old interior etc. etc.

If that question is aimed at skepticism or sarcasm directed towards him, then the JOKE IS ON YOU!!!

Think OP is just honestly looking for info. Everyone starts somewhere. ICEDPPL is a good source.
Seems like a big jump if he has never owned a boat though.

A Gun is not a good first powerboat.

Start below 25 ft and work your way up.

No Boat is a good buy! . Depends what your human nature is? If you have OCD like many on here it will cost you a fortune. I know a guy that has a boat and it's rough shape, runs it the way it is and has probably more fun than most on this site. (including myself)

For a a first real offshore powerboat, check out this……

https://www.powerboatlistings.com/view/79480

Not very fast but reliable 502’s and looks nice.

Remember the rule of thumb I’ve seen posted several times…..

Fast
Reliable
Cheap

You can pick any TWO of the above (not three)

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