Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Boston Whaler Info/ help
Posted by REI_Chris on 06/16/09 - 2:47 PM
#1
Hello everyone,
I'm looking at a Boston Whaler that is for sale, but I haven't talked to the guy about details just yet (I'm receiving info through 3rd party as of right now and have to wait to talk to him Thursday). I knew where the boat was and the seller's friend told me that it hasn't been run in 10 years (was his father's boat and passed away). So, I know the motor at the very least needs a tune up. The hull is in great shape, no dings or cracks, but the paint is in need of an overhaul and so is the woodwork. These don't bother me since it will be a decent project to play around with.
So, I have a few questions:
Can anyone help me figure out what model this is?
and,
I'm only paying 1000 for the boat and trailer; is this worth the price?
Here are some pics:
http://img197.imageshack.us/gal.php?g...ily174.jpg
Thank you in advance for the help! Hopefully I'll be picking her up and begin restoring it as soon as this weekend!
Edited by REI_Chris on 06/16/09 - 5:50 PM
Posted by kamie on 06/16/09 - 4:31 PM
#2
Chris,
Please repost a link to your photo album so we can see the boat. If the gelcoat is in good shape, don't paint. The gelcoat will last you longer and look better. You can bring back the shine using rubbing compound, buff magic or wet sanding. It all depends on where your starting from.
Posted by REI_Chris on 06/16/09 - 5:51 PM
#3
Sorry for the pictures. I made a link to a gallery. Thanks guys.
Posted by Joe Kriz on 06/16/09 - 6:02 PM
#4
Chris,
Excellent.
It appears to be a Sport model with the optional seat back and wrap around seat railing.
The console seems to have been modified.
Edited by Joe Kriz on 06/16/09 - 6:07 PM
Posted by REI_Chris on 06/16/09 - 6:22 PM
#5
Thanks Joe. I was thrown off by the console myself and couldn't really figure out what model it was. I'm going to get more info in a couple of days, but I'm pretty sure I'm going to buy it as it only needs some cosmetic work and at the worst another used motor. He's throwing in a newer trolling motor and a fish finder so I can't complain about the price.
Posted by chrepp on 06/17/09 - 5:52 AM
#6
It has the Smirk and a 15" transom so it's a circa 1971-1972 13' Sport. One thing to consider with a 15" transom is that there aren't any new 40hp ss engines being made that I know of. A lot of people with the 15" transom either put on some kind of jackplate for a longshaft motor, go to a 25-30hp ss or find a good used ss 40hp when they repower. I would try to clean it up like Kamie suggests. The gelcoat looks pretty clean in the photos.
Posted by REI_Chris on 06/17/09 - 8:16 AM
#7
Thanks for the help guys! I'm going to try to track down a 'new' top and I'll hopefully be doing all the woodwork myself. I think 1000 is fair for the trailer, the boat, the motor (although unknown whether it runs correct), a trolling motor and fish finder. I'll probably be picking it up soon and starting a personal page through the transformation process.
On a side note, the gelcoat looks to be faded in spots where the pics do not show. Is there anyway to bring that shine back or will I have to have it sanded and painted?
Posted by Tharsheblows on 06/17/09 - 2:16 PM
#8
Hi Chris, I think you found a gem. You don't mention any spider cracks if the only problem is oxidation don't paint try the search engine for wet sanding, compound & waxing. You can make that gelcoat look new! And welcome to WhalerCentral. Bob
Posted by theo on 06/17/09 - 2:36 PM
#9
Also, where the gelcoat is broken and missing, you can repair it. Takes elbow grease and some patience, but it beats the heck out of Bondo and paint.
Nice score! Seems like a great deal to me.
Posted by REI_Chris on 06/17/09 - 2:58 PM
#10
Thanks guys! It does have spider cracks in certain spots, as well as inside in the non-skid. I've been doing nothing but researching since I found this boat and I think I am hooked!
I'm doing research now on how to clean and bring the non-skid interior back up to luster if I can, as well as the gelcoat.