1982 ski Nautique 2001

I am going to look at a 1982 ski nautique 2001 today. I want to know stuff to look for.

http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/5/9/85811459.htm

Thankyou

http://www.planetnautique.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=PostWrap&file=index&pa ge=http://www.planetnautique.com/CorrectCraftManuals/2001.htm

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go lower on the price. I got an 1986 nautique with a big block engine, 752 hours, in much newer looking condition. Take a look at the pics http://www.wakesiderides.com/rides/index.php?page=out&id=1562
I only paid 5600 but i got a good deal. Im just saying that you should be able to work the seller lower

That link is great but checking the stringers for rot can not be over stressed.

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From the looks of that boat, you can almost bet the stringers are shot.

I agree with that. Just by looking at the boat you can tell it has been left out in the elements for the most part and has suffered from lots of wear and tear. Its all about how much work you are willing to put into it.

I'd agree. I looked at an '83 last year. Paid $260 for a marine survey, which found rotten stringers, a longitudinal crack down the hull from hull flex (due to the stringers), rotten floor, bent shaft, you name it.

Be very careful with a boat that looks like it wasn't very well cared for. Unless you're Ok with doing the HUGE amount of work yourself and you're handy, I'd stay away.

If you look hard and long enough you CAN find boats that people have taken care of and done the maintenance on. You can tell that this boat has NOT been loved. At least not in the last 10 years. I would really stay away from it. Looks like a huge project boat. Any used boat purchase is a gamble, but at least improve your odds. Spend more up front to save time, hassle, and money later.

Here is a boat looks like it has been loved:
1987 SN 360hrs $9500 with a cover and stored under a roof:
http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/0/5/87117905.htm

The 1989's are better, IF they have been loved, because they used a better type of fiberglass from that year on. Here are 2 in Florida that look to have been loved:
http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/8/7/10312487.htm

http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/0/3/88107003.htm


I understand if you don't want to go into much debt. That is smart. But if you are in a position to spend a little more, you can get so much more boat for $18-$20k. The Sport Nautique's have the same bottom hull as the modern SAN's so they will make the same wake if weighted properly. Plus you get an open bow, fuel injection (big), more horsepower, and a newer more reliable boat. And no wooden stringers to rot.

Here are 2 worth a look:
http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/8/6/87999886.htm
(make sure it doesn't have engine rust from salt/brackish water around Vero Beach)

http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/5/4/86830154.htm
This one looks the best, but is also more money. But you get a tower (worth at least $1000 right there), and a well maintained, one-owner boat that has been stored out of the water, under a roof and with a cover. But find out if that price includes a trailer.

Good luck. Older Nautiques are very well built and reliable and have a great wake. Just pick a good one, not just the cheapest. Save up if you have to. And always talk them down on price. Let us know what you end up getting.

Definately check the stringers and floor. If there are any soft spots in the floor, then the stringers are probably shot. I am sure it is in one of the links these guys gave you, but to check the stringers, just tighten the engine bolts. If they tighten, then the stringers are fine. If they spin freely, then the stringers are rot.

I know everyone says that boat is probably trash. I would really recommend going and looking at it and taking it for a test drive. If the stringer are shot, then maybe you can buy the boat for really cheap. Maybe you could get it for $2000. Then you can have someone redo the stringers and floor. And possibly repaint the boat, and you are still under $6000.

I am sorry guys but i am more with leo on this because the bayliner is worth 6120 low retail according to nada. So Any thing past that much I have to pay myself without my dads help. If the stringers were rotted can you have the dealer fix it and if so how much would it cost. Also my instructer says that 2001 model has a great wake. That will help convince my dad about that. thank you guys for the help. Also I may be in a comp tomarrow if you have tips on that.

Materials for stringer and floor repair alone will be about $1000 w/ labor it will most likely triple that price. If you have skills its a big job but it can be done. That trailer looks like it needs attention as does the faded exterior gel. Too much risk for anywhere near that asking price. I would look for a better candidate.

If you want to see what's involved in replacing a SN2001 floor, look here:

http://www.correctcraftfan.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=5409&PN=1&TPN=1