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05-16-2016, 10:55 AM | #1 |
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1997 Sunbird Spirit 170
Does anyone have any experience with this boat or similar. My friend is considering buying one and asked me because I'm the one in the group that know about engines and mechanical stuff and what not. Unfortunately I've never owned a power boat and know nothing helpful.
This one apparently has a 3.0 Volvo Penta motor. Is that enough to ski behind? The internet tells me it's 135hp THX |
05-16-2016, 12:46 PM | #2 |
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Not a top of the line boat but it will get you around the lake. It will get a skier up. Be confident that it has been maintained like anything else.
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By coincidence someone just posted a 1998 sun bird on Craigslist that appears real clean. Ad says $2500 with a trailer. Something to compare to
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This one. http://newyork.craigslist.org/fct/boa/5578252665.html |
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At that age condition is a MUCH greater factor than the make of boat, so its important that it be checked out by someone who knows their stuff.
Since it's likely to have wood in the hull be sure to check for any signs of a soft floor as that's apt to lead to $$$ repair bills. And if the floor itself has problems that probably means the stringer system has issues as well, even bigger $$$$. Compression test on the motor and checking for signs of water in motor or outdrive oil are other things to look at. Here's a checklist on another boating forum that can be of help.
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