Starcraft on C-list/ebay!

[ezmobee]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

I think the 18' were always called Starchiefs. That Johnson looks exactly like my '73 which is the first not-electric shift year. However the '72s looked pretty much the same so it could be either. The control box will tell the tale. You're pretty well screwed in the TnT department. A factory unit for that vintage motor will cost you an arm and a leg. A CMC unit is a better investment. My '73 85 was a great motor and parts were still readily available.

 

[Pugetsound]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Man had a 115 with no power tilt or trim. Damn near killed me lifting that thing. I was able to buy a lift unit for boutg 100 and it worked much better. What I notice is the motor looks nothing like my 200 1975 should be about the same.color and such. Would he take the motor off and controlls and come down on the boat price? be easier to work on and you can find a 115 or so motor that runs with T/T.

Am I right this is a Chieftan? Would you guys say buying this through Pay Pal, and he will store it for me till the weather improves, and I can pick it up is a good idea?
Glen

 

[jasoutside]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Thanks Jas It is kind of a scary deal, as I would have to pay for it up front and not pick it up for 8 to 10 weeks

Heads up on the "Buyer Protection" part of PayPal - 45 days is your window as I understand it.

Cheers buddy!

 

[dozerII]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Thank everyone for your input, I decided to pass on the boat. That motor with no TNT and running issues, the boat needs a transom and possibly a floor, as well as the way the deal had to come off, I just had to back away. Plus I think I would like to go with a boat at least 20' long, I think the 18 would have been a little tight for space.
Glen

 

[Starman8]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Thank everyone for your input, I decided to pass on the boat. That motor with no TNT and running issues, the boat needs a transom and possibly a floor, as well as the way the deal had to come off, I just had to back away. Plus I think I would like to go with a boat at least 20' long, I think the 18 would have been a little tight for space.
Glen

This boat is about an hour from me if your interested:

http://mansfield.craigslist.org/boa/2176074040.html

 

[dozerII]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Thanks Starman, but I'm kinka looking for a Starchief or Islander.
Glen

 

[Huron Angler]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

http://grandrapids.craigslist.org/boa/2192607252.html

Nice 17' walleye rig in GR.

 

[Starman8]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Thanks Starman, but I'm kinka looking for a Starchief or Islander.
Glen

http://columbus.craigslist.org/boa/2186372559.html

 

[tgp***]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

http://tucson.craigslist.org/boa/2185222071.html


A lot of boat for the money.

 

[jasoutside]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Man that cabin is huge! What am I looking at there?

I like what he says...

"If you know how to work on boats and have a lot of time on your hands"

So true huh guys

 

[Huron Angler]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

http://tucson.craigslist.org/boa/2185222071.html


A lot of boat for the money.

I'll say...she is downright HUGE.

 

[tgp***]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

What am I looking at there?

A Chieftian Mark IV maybe....

 

[Huron Angler]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

A Chieftian Mark IV maybe....

Yeah it sure looks like the 25' Mark IV in this brochure.

 

[tgp***]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

I nice O/B Starchief.


http://www.michigansuperads.com/boa...505A320394P25/1974_Starcraft_Cuddy_Cabin.aspx

a 19' footer? not sure what model, but $500, good deal
http://new-york.findanyboat.com/boats/19-starcraft.html

and an islander for $1000.......

http://washington.freeboatshopper.com/boats-parts/1978-21-ft-starcraft-aluminum-boat-with-6-cylinder-chevy-inboard-motor.html

 

[blackberg]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

huh that 25footer is tempting but too much $,
-bb

 

[jasoutside]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Yeah it sure looks like the 25' Mark IV in this brochure.

Yah, good call guys. That has to be it. That first photo in his ad threw me a little. I dunno if it's the angle, or canvas, or what but the cabin looked disproportionally huge! A closer look makes sense it's the big Chief Mark IV.

Man what a sweet rig! Yah, at that price the driveline ought to be running like a top but I am betting otherwise.

 

[tgp***]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

1978 22' Islander $2000, looks like it could be a nice buy for someone....

http://dayton.craigslist.org/boa/2199071345.html

 

[Starman8]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

1978 22' Islander $2000, looks like it could be a nice buy for someone....

http://dayton.craigslist.org/boa/2199071345.html

Looks like a V5 hull with the extra strakes?

 

[Starman8]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/boa/2197527557.html

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/boa/2197323905.html

 

[tgp***]

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Re: 1980 Starcraft

Looks like a V5 hull with the extra strakes?

Was'nt that the first year for V5??