VIP Stealth 190FX Quality

[Dasher1]

Hey boaters. I am looking to purchase a used fish and ski. I found a 1994 VIP Stealth 190FX with an Evinrude 150 on it. I know very little about this boat. Does anybody have any information to pass on to me regarding this VIP? The good, bad and ugly are all welcome. Thanks!

 

[ezmobee]

Re: VIP Stealth 190FX Quality

That's a great motor. VIP's were definitely low-end. Your biggest concern (as with all older fiberglass boats) is rot in the wooden components of the hull: deck, stringers, transom. You want a solid transom and a solid deck. ANY soft spots are usually indicative of more serious problems below so check carefully.