What to look for in a used boat--HELP!!!

Charlie T · 05-03-2007, 11:14 AM

You will have many choices in your search with that budget. One thing to keep in mind, If you need a slip on the lake at a marina you will probably need to purchase the boat from that marina. Historically slips are in short supply (that may change this year with fuel prices) and the marinas use slip availability as a selling point for their boats. Personally I use rack storage and I am very happy with it. I don't have the wear and tear of the sun and water on the boat and I can get it in and out usually within 5-10 min. Again rack storage space is often tied to a boat purchase.
Good luck on the lake

05-03-2007, 11:14 AM	#3
Charlie T Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 316 Thanks: 259 Thanked 183 Times in 88 Posts	You will have many choices in your search with that budget. One thing to keep in mind, If you need a slip on the lake at a marina you will probably need to purchase the boat from that marina. Historically slips are in short supply (that may change this year with fuel prices) and the marinas use slip availability as a selling point for their boats. Personally I use rack storage and I am very happy with it. I don't have the wear and tear of the sun and water on the boat and I can get it in and out usually within 5-10 min. Again rack storage space is often tied to a boat purchase. Good luck on the lake