michael.carnes
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- Jul 17, 2012
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Hello Everybody!
I really want a boat and I have been reading a lot on the forums about restoring boats. I am honestly intrigued to do one myself. I understand the task that are at hand but I am used to projects. I worked in a body shop for four years and have restored several vintage vehicles including modern vehicles. Actually, every vehicle I have owned, I have repainted. Okay with that said, a fellow in my area is selling a 1984 Bayliner Caprice Cuddy and trailer for $200!!! I feel like this is a good deal. I went out and took a look at the boat. It looks awful, deck is rotted out big time. Stringers, I am pretty sure are rotted out as well. Transom, I have not tested but I am pretty sure is shot as well. I am assuming this will make for an easy demo job The transom is for an outboard motor which no motor comes with the boat. I will have to purchase a new motor later There is no throttle cable and I believe there is no gas tank as well. The only instrument I see that was ever installed is the speedometer, steering wheel, with steering cable. Oh, there is no swim deck of ladder on the back. I have some pictures that I took with my phone.
I plan on keeping this boat in the family for a LONG TIME, so I want to do everything right! To start, I have several questions and would like some peoples opinions.
1) Is this a good boat to start off with?
2) Is this worth it? Since, so many components are missing already?
3) Would I be better off buying an older model used boat ready for the water and possibly having to redo the floor anyways?
4) What do you believe would be the average cost of restoring a boat like this one?
Thanks for the replies in advance!
I really want a boat and I have been reading a lot on the forums about restoring boats. I am honestly intrigued to do one myself. I understand the task that are at hand but I am used to projects. I worked in a body shop for four years and have restored several vintage vehicles including modern vehicles. Actually, every vehicle I have owned, I have repainted. Okay with that said, a fellow in my area is selling a 1984 Bayliner Caprice Cuddy and trailer for $200!!! I feel like this is a good deal. I went out and took a look at the boat. It looks awful, deck is rotted out big time. Stringers, I am pretty sure are rotted out as well. Transom, I have not tested but I am pretty sure is shot as well. I am assuming this will make for an easy demo job The transom is for an outboard motor which no motor comes with the boat. I will have to purchase a new motor later There is no throttle cable and I believe there is no gas tank as well. The only instrument I see that was ever installed is the speedometer, steering wheel, with steering cable. Oh, there is no swim deck of ladder on the back. I have some pictures that I took with my phone.
I plan on keeping this boat in the family for a LONG TIME, so I want to do everything right! To start, I have several questions and would like some peoples opinions.
1) Is this a good boat to start off with?
2) Is this worth it? Since, so many components are missing already?
3) Would I be better off buying an older model used boat ready for the water and possibly having to redo the floor anyways?
4) What do you believe would be the average cost of restoring a boat like this one?
Thanks for the replies in advance!