Best used Fish-N-Ski boat for the money? Anyone have advise/experience?

[Hook]

I'm looking to purchase a used ($2-4000) fish & ski boat but i'm not sure what to look for or stay away from. I need something like a bowrider for the family outings but also something i can pop a front seat in with a trolling motor for fishing. Anybody have any suggestions on what to get or what to look for? I dont think a troller will work on your standard "bayliner" type bowriders...right? As you can see, i'm a bit in the dark about this and would appreciate any advice. Thanx in advance.

 

[JB]

Re: Best used Fish-N-Ski boat for the money? Anyone have advise/experience?

Your price range is a problem, Hook. There are some great boats made in the late 70s and early 80s for fish 'n' ski, but good ones will cost you 4 to 8 grand. In your situation, I would find a bowrider you like and install a seat base up front and an adaptor ("false" transom) up front to use a hand control troller. Good Luck

<br />JB

 

[Hardwater]

Re: Best used Fish-N-Ski boat for the money? Anyone have advise/experience?

Hook; I just might have what you are looking for. 1988 Mach I, open bow, W/Mercruser I/O 165 hp.,marine radio, Hummingbird, GPS,<br />Down Riggers, LORAN-C, Pole Holders,<br />Trolling Plate, Preservers, a pair of skis and a Torpedo Tube. This boat is rated for 10 people and has only 525 hrs. on it. It's set up for lake Erie fishing or sking/fun.<br />I live in N.W. Pa. and asking $6500<br /><br />Hardwater

 

[Hook]

Re: Best used Fish-N-Ski boat for the money? Anyone have advise/experience?

Sounds nice hardwater but might be a bit out of my price range. If you have any pics, please email them too me Hook@cptclabs.com