The best boat for under 9k

(wakeman7) · (wakeman7) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-05-2007, 6:51 PM

What is the best boat for under 9k.

(speedy600) · (speedy600) **Join Date: Dec 2006** 03-05-2007, 6:55 PM

Wakeman,

What state are you in. I know quite a few people with "older" boats and we'll take you out and let you ride behind them. Right now I am in AZ, but will be back in WI in a month. Let me know if you are close.

(mcwakerider) · (mcwakerider) **Join Date: Dec 2006** 03-05-2007, 6:56 PM

id try and find a natique or mastercraft. they last a long time. fiberglass floors. just solid old boats

(wakeman7) · (wakeman7) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-05-2007, 6:57 PM

Florida
I have tried posting on the find a third/be a third and no luck.

(speedy600) · (speedy600) **Join Date: Dec 2006** 03-05-2007, 7:01 PM

Keep trying man, I have an old supra and it work real good for what I have into it. It may not be full of bling, but it's fun and does it's job day after day. Keep posting and try to talk to people when your at the lake, they'll give you a pull. Good luck man.

(bremsen) · (bremsen) **Join Date: Aug 2005** 03-05-2007, 7:05 PM

Wakeman, look at my post in your first thread.

btw-Its never wise to start multiple threads on the same subject.

(duckguy) · (duckguy) **Join Date: Jul 2006** 03-05-2007, 7:41 PM

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(wakebrdr38) · (wakebrdr38) **Join Date: Sep 2006** 03-05-2007, 8:05 PM

ill second matt, this is great there is a post about a 2001 every week, i think this is the third one this week already

(jhgsupra) · (jhgsupra) **Join Date: Mar 2006** 03-06-2007, 3:26 AM

well said Matt...

(wakeman7) · (wakeman7) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-06-2007, 5:31 AM

Thankyou so much for the advice guys.

(denverd1)

2001 is the older boat to have. but finding them (in good condition) becomes the issue. any older MC, nautique or supra will get you started. find a boat in good condition, with low hours

(wakeman7) · (wakeman7) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-06-2007, 6:25 AM

Thats what I have been looking for. I am just a teen so I need something cheap with a good wake. I might be able to sell my families bayliner [ the worst wake ever, or lack there of] to get some money towards buying a boat.

(malibuboarder75)

Definately get rid of the bayliner and buy a 2001. The wake is amazing. I got mine in great condition for $4500. I still plan on completely redoing it by replacing the stringers, floor, and a new paint job. Should be a sick boat when finished.

(wakereviews) · (wakereviews) **Join Date: Sep 2006** 03-06-2007, 8:19 AM

http://onlyinboards.com/Details.aspx?ID=905610

make him an offer... 400 hours, not bad.

(martinique) · (martinique) **Join Date: Sep 2006** 03-06-2007, 9:13 AM

wakeman...I have a correct craft Martinique that I was asking 10K for but really need a down payment for the new boat so I would be willing to sell in your budget. Let me know what you think

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(mnwakerider) · (mnwakerider) **Join Date: Jun 2004** 03-06-2007, 9:50 AM

Took me a while, but I found my MC Tristar for about your pirce.
Great boat, decent wake, and you gotta love the open bow. Check the profile pic for the look of one.

Downside, took about 5-6 months to find... Upload

(denverd1)

patience is your biggest enemy

(denverd1)

JB,did you put the cover snaps on your boat? good lookin tristar

(wakeman7) · (wakeman7) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-06-2007, 1:06 PM

What do you guys think of AG`s boat. Also any things I could say to my Dad because he keeps saying well 1982-1989 is a old boat.

(wakeman7) · (wakeman7) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-06-2007, 1:15 PM

http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/9/9/85338599.htm

(ldr) · (ldr) **Join Date: Nov 2002** 03-06-2007, 1:15 PM

You could tell him that they have already depreciated and that if you had to sell it you could probanbly make your money back

(denverd1)

i would take a hard look at AG's and the 2001 you linked. I don't think the martinique hull was much different from 210. and the 2001 is proven.

If thats too old, look for correct craft Super Sport. vdrive 210 hull.

like matt said, it won't depreciate much and you still get a world class wake. Tell your dad other than real estate, its about the only thing that will hold its value. He's just loaning you the money, he'll get it back when you guys sell/trade up.

(wakeman7) · (wakeman7) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-06-2007, 1:29 PM

I wont say about the real estate cause he lost 100k on that one. Also I know I have to make my mind up but in your mind if you had a super low buget which would you buy.

(jon4pres) · (jon4pres) **Join Date: May 2004** 03-06-2007, 1:49 PM

Dont be fooled by a tower bolted to a boat. The things you need to be looking at when buying a boat this old are floors, stringers, motors, and transmissions. Dont pick a boat before you atleast get to see it.

(wakeman7) · (wakeman7) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-06-2007, 1:50 PM

What do you mean Jon?

(mnwakerider) · (mnwakerider) **Join Date: Jun 2004** 03-06-2007, 1:51 PM

Nacho,
I did put the snaps and cover on. I have a friend in the business that does a really good job with that stuff.

(denverd1)

you may want to tread lightly on the subject then, but you could make the case that a wakeboat is GREAT investment!

(denverd1)

jb - looks great. too bad you're not closer

(wakeman7) · (wakeman7) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-06-2007, 1:56 PM

Ok when when my dad gets home I will talk to him and let him know I am serious and will work for this.

(wakeman7) · (wakeman7) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-06-2007, 1:58 PM

If you all see something in my really tight budget let me know.

(denverd1)

FYI a super sport will be in the 15K range. but might help your old boat argument. You can also find a 'nautique sport' *i think* for about 13K. Same hull as 210, direct drive. good luck.

Being in Florida, saltwater use will be a big concern on older boats.

(wakeman7) · (wakeman7) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-06-2007, 2:11 PM

I really have know intentions on using it in salt water. 13k is out of my range. I need to keep it under 10k. My mom understands that the bayliner aint gunna cut it but my dads like oh maby we can put a tower on it.

(wakebrdr38) · (wakebrdr38) **Join Date: Sep 2006** 03-06-2007, 3:02 PM

where are you located wakeman? if its in the dallas area or even central tx i can give you a ride on my 2001 to let you see what its like. just a warning though, you will prolly fall in love with her. lol seriously though, the 2001 wake is world class. it is a wakeboat! and they are in your price range, and the value on a lot of them is goin up. for my dad and i it was a no brainer after we saw it.

(wakeman7) · (wakeman7) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-06-2007, 3:08 PM

Man I lived about 2 and a half hours from there in oklahoma. About 4 months ago I moved to florida. I have family in Dallas/ fort worth. I am going there in september for a wedding. I am only 13 but maby we can ride when I come there.

(wakebrdr38) · (wakebrdr38) **Join Date: Sep 2006** 03-06-2007, 3:10 PM

just hit me up, depending on school, i will prolly be out on the water. first set next week! im pumped. i got a bunch of newbies im taking out to teach. should make for a good time.

(wakeman7) · (wakeman7) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-06-2007, 3:13 PM

Thanks kevin I may take you up on your offer.
Whats the wake scene up there like.

(99_slaunch) · (99_slaunch) **Join Date: Oct 2005** 03-06-2007, 3:21 PM

Here are a couple in you're range. Hope it helps. My friend just bought a boat from them and he said they were great people.

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Stock #: 01198
Condition: Pre-Owned
Hours: 255
Price: $10,900
Availability: Available

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Dealership: Buxton Marine
Email Address: hil@buxtonmarine.com">phil@buxtonmarine.com
Phone Number: 972-436-7412

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Sales Person: Buxton Marine
Email Address: hil@buxtonmarine.com">phil@buxtonmarine.com
Phone Number: 9724367412

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Length Overall (LOA): 20'
Beam (width): 85.5"
Draft (depth): 24"
Dry Weight: 2350
Fuel Capacity: 21
Hull Material: Fiberglass Composite

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Engine Make: PCM
Engine Configuration: Pro Sport
Engine Horsepower: 240
Engine Hours: 255
Cruising Speed: 30
Max Speed: 45
# of Engines: 1
Fuel Type: Gas

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Stock #: 12609
Condition: Pre-Owned
Price: $7,900
Availability: Available

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Dealership: Buxton Marine
Email Address: hil@buxtonmarine.com">phil@buxtonmarine.com
Phone Number: 972-436-7412

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Sales Person: Buxton Marine
Email Address: hil@buxtonmarine.com">phil@buxtonmarine.com
Phone Number: 9724367412

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Length Overall (LOA): 19
Beam (width): 84
Draft (depth): 26
Dry Weight: 2350
Fuel Capacity: 31
Hull Material: Fiberglass Composite

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Engine Make: PCM
Engine Configuration: Ford 351
Engine Horsepower: 240
Cruising Speed: 30
Max Speed: 45
# of Engines: 1
Fuel Type: Gas

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Well maintained '82 Ski Nautique 2001--One of the best ski boats ever made. Excellent condition--very clean!

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New Interior
Tandem Trailer with Spare Tire
Mirror
Bimini Top
Stainless Steel Ski Pylon
Extra Propellor
Teak Platform
Driver Arm Rest

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(wakeman7) · (wakeman7) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-06-2007, 3:30 PM

Aaron isnt that in texas i am in florida

(wakebrdr38) · (wakebrdr38) **Join Date: Sep 2006** 03-06-2007, 4:52 PM

miss texas? i would! yeah the wake scene is ok here. i got a secret spot that is a mile of glass most days. as for the people, im in a rich area so there are alot of punk a$$ kids drivin 70,000 dollar boats. but i keep seein more and more old school boats showing up, which is nice to see. where i go to school is near lake austin, and id say almost every wakeboat out there is a nautique and there are 2001's seriously everywhere! its really cool! and the people that i met up there with the 2001s were really cool. its like as soon as you meet them you are friends with em cus you got love for the old school nautiques

(wakeman7) · (wakeman7) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-06-2007, 5:05 PM

no

(99_slaunch) · (99_slaunch) **Join Date: Oct 2005** 03-06-2007, 5:18 PM

Near Dallas. They are in you're price range so it may be worth the drive. There are deals out there just be patient.

(wakereviews) · (wakereviews) **Join Date: Sep 2006** 03-07-2007, 5:45 AM

YOu can also call over to Miami Ski Nautiques and tell them to keep an eye out for you. Good people over there. Talk to Luke.

(jon4pres) · (jon4pres) **Join Date: May 2004** 03-07-2007, 6:38 AM

Nacho, If you find a decent Super Sport for 15k let me know. Most of them are listed over 20k.

Wakeman, I was saying that putting a tower on a boat is not hard but fixing a blown motor or redoing stringers is a LOT of work. Buy a good solid 2001 and then add the wakeboard stuff as you get the money.