JW_Spencer
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- Jan 23, 2010
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I have recently begun to look for a powerboat -- low budget $3k-$5k, preferably under $3K. It will be primarily a bay boat for use in the Puget Sound (Seattle WA area) for crabbing, fishing, tubing, and skiing. For some days (a week at a time) in the summer it will be bouyed and subsequently beached on low tides. The towing capacity of my rig is ~3600#~3800# with trailer brakes. I have really fallen for these old Slickcrafts -- they are gorgeous, and by all accounts, well built and strong (I worry about deadheads). However, they seem to be a little rare in the PNW. The aray of model numbers is a little confusing. I am open to runabouts, small cuddy's, and open bows. Even the 177 SX looks good, although perhaps a bit too precious and faster than I need. It has been suggested that an outboard would be best for my intended use also for durability and reliability. But there does not seem to be unifromity of opinion. It seems that I could go as big as an SS215. I am not in a hurry. I do not have the spare time or desire to do any rebuilding or restoration-- my children are young (5 & 7). Any suggestions as to which models I might consider and what things I should closely inspect...anything I should avoid? Any other manufacturers that you might recommend?
Thank you and all the best,
JWS
Thank you and all the best,
JWS