Does anyone know anything about these boats? I am just looking for a family boat 4.5-5m and have been offered the above at a good price ($10k) with a 140hp Evinrude. Its bigger than what I'm after but. well. you know. big is good. isn't it?
I'm doing lake fishing and biscuiting mostly & on the sea on very very calm days
snoopy221,
Jan 25, 8:38pm
Damn nice boat good bluewater hull may not have the sting you require biscuiting sea test and play wake crossing and you will like.
countrypete,
Jan 26, 5:58am
Depends on the year of the outboard. Older models are very thirsty. Best to consider your budget and find the latest model outboard on a suitable hull. Having said that, yes, $10k would be a good price for that (depending on condition and year) Those Bonito hulls were nice.
lys,
Jan 26, 4:21pm
Thanks for the feed back, went and had another look - any idea on weight of these boats? On a single axle unbraked trailer, it might be a bit exciting for me to tow over the Napier-Taupo road?
Cheers
countrypete,
Jan 26, 6:32pm
They're pretty heavy - I would allow a good 1500kgs fuelled up and ready to go, on the trailer. It depends on your tow vehicle, but there aren't many that recommend 1500kgs unbraked.
lys,
Jan 26, 7:47pm
Thanks again for the input - I might just let that "bargain" go.
Cheers
elect70,
Jan 27, 1:50pm
At least with yank motor parts will always be available unlike japas.
jaydeess,
Jan 29, 12:23pm
they are the pick of the older generation boats. 10 k is a great price, they are a great boat
elect70,
Jan 29, 1:36pm
Bit too big & thirsty & to tow for what you want especially in east coast waters , look for something smaller , unless you want to go fishing in deeper offshore waters .
lookoutas,
Jul 16, 9:43pm
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