Funny "TLC needed" boat ads on Craigslist.

[belairbrian]

Re: Funny "TLC needed" boat ads on Craigslist.

True, The Forces were eventually mostly mercury. the big difference being a totally different power head. Advertising a Force as a Mercury is at best ignorance on the seller.

It definitely has an effect on value. Force has achieved a dubious reputation,be it deserved or not. but when you buy a Force motor you have to consider that, it effects resale down the road.

Mercury's biggest financial interest in Force could well be the impact on the brand.

 

[matt167]

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Tracker did just that for a few years. Some Mercury marked Trackers are Forces. Can't tell except the model number or cowling if you don't know what to look for

 

[crabby captain john]

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That is NOT nice. I've been learning a lot about Tracker recently, not that I'm interested in a small boat but would be very cautious.

Tracker did just that for a few years. Some Mercury marked Trackers are Forces. Can't tell except the model number or cowling if you don't know what to look for

 

[Bayou Dave]

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This one doesn't look like it needs TLC, but sure looks like a good deal for someone.
1957 Wood Commodore

 

[crabby captain john]

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I really like the old wood boats. If it were closer I'd be interested in it for my grandsons.

This one doesn't look like it needs TLC, but sure looks like a good deal for someone.
1957 Wood Commodore

 

[Bayou Dave]

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I really like the old wood boats. If it were closer I'd be interested in it for my grandsons.

I agree. It's about 800 miles from me. Way to far for me to take a look.

 

[Eratix 3D]

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Where's the boat?
33 foot sailboat w/tandem trailer

 

[QC]

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Pretty cool it comes with a cabin.

 

[jjacobs007]

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Where's the boat?
33 foot sailboat w/tandem trailer

I see the boat, but i have to wonder about the cover on it,where do you get a plastic bag that big?I havent seen them at harbor freight.

 

[BigDfromTN]

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I see the boat, but i have to wonder about the cover on it,where do you get a plastic bag that big?I havent seen them at harbor freight.

Almost looks like a parachute of some sort???? Seems to have some seams and cords attached?
Hard to say for sure.

 

[scipper77]

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This one doesn't look like it needs TLC, but sure looks like a good deal for someone.
1957 Wood Commodore

First thing I noticed is that that boat needs a short shaft motor and has a long shaft. Otherwise it looks really nice.

 

[matt167]

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BOAT!.. You know what they say.. Not sure what is up with the trailer, and that transom is.. Well someone who buys it may want to offload the motor before attempting transport. Looks like their answer to a floppy transom was a thin piece of a sheet product

BOAT! 1977 Crestliner 17ft with Mercury Outboard

 

[the_anarchy16]

Re: Funny "TLC needed" boat ads on Craigslist.

look at this beauty 1987 38' Welcraft Scarab 'SHELL ONLY' - Windsor Region Powerboats, Motorboats For Sale - Kijiji Windsor Region Canada.

 

[crabby captain john]

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Sounds like a bargain if he is paying $800 to have it hauled away. Why do people think others will pay to haul their trash away?

look at this beauty 1987 38' Welcraft Scarab 'SHELL ONLY' - Windsor Region Powerboats, Motorboats For Sale - Kijiji Windsor Region Canada.

 

[tomhath]

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look at this beauty 1987 38' Welcraft Scarab 'SHELL ONLY' - Windsor Region Powerboats, Motorboats For Sale - Kijiji Windsor Region Canada.

"NOTE: NO..I will not sell the ‘parts’ only."

From the description I kind of wonder what parts he's talking about. It's a burned out hulk..:facepalm:

 

[scipper77]

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Here is one that is pretty much a perfect fit for this thread
22' Project Boat for Sale w/ Trailer

 

[matt167]

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Yep, those are nice boats but that one is a little too far gone to economically bring back. Not worth anywhere near $3k..

If the trailer was sound and I was in for a big project. Possibly $500 if the trailer was still in good shape

 

[BillaVista]

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Sounds like a bargain if he is paying $800 to have it hauled away. Why do people think others will pay to haul their trash away?

And the pics clearly marked 6 years ago with a for sale sign visible saying $1300. So he's come down $500 in 6 years! In 2021 it will be free!

 

[Brian 26]

Re: Funny "TLC needed" boat ads on Craigslist.

Here is one that is pretty much a perfect fit for this thread
22' Project Boat for Sale w/ Trailer

I'm sure the 2 dollar and 99 cent tarp he's got over it has kept the water out.

 

[jjacobs007]

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look at this beauty 1987 38' Welcraft Scarab 'SHELL ONLY' - Windsor Region Powerboats, Motorboats For Sale - Kijiji Windsor Region Canada.

I would be willing to give it a try lol.