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Hi all - could really use a few more opinions here.

Boat is 2002 Boston Whaler 210 Ventura powered by 200HP Merc Optimax. We live on the Hudson in NYC area and think this boat model is perfect for our family - sturdy, has a head (I know they rarely get used), good for running around local waterways or even boating out to Long Island and doing inshore fishing. It can grow with our young fam.

Owner had listed this boat for $30K including trailer. Trading for a pontoon boat. I eventually negotiated him down to $22K.

Pros
* Last 10 years in freshwater
* Vinyl not perfect but really solid and definitely doesn’t need to be redone yet
* Includes trailer

Cons
* Its first 10 years were in saltwater, albeit trailered
* 200HP Optimax hit 4900RPM at WOT. It’s missing 500-900RPM. While it hit 37 it should hit low 40s. Could be a coil, plug, fuel, prop… but it’s a risk. And I don’t think the compressor has been replaced yet.
* Very stiff throttle / remote control
* Missing antenna
* No trim tabs
* Passenger seat stuck and doesn’t fold down to bench
* Have to bottom paint it
* Pretty dirty in hatches and all around so needs detailing
* Tear on bow mooring cover

Ultimately the value of the decent vinyl and trailer and lack of saltwater for 10 yrs probably outweigh all the little things that need attention. But I’m losing sleep over the motor. What do you think??

here are some pics, didn’t take great ones https://imgur.com/a/NbGMSww