03-10-2006, 03:58 PM
I just wanted to ask for your help. I have always fished out of a small 12' aluminum boat. Recently, I sold it and am now looking to upgrade to a bigger ski/fishing boat.
I would like to spend between $3500-$5,000 dollars.
I have been told by several people that I can't get anything good for this price. However, some have said I can get a good boat if I look hard.
After doing some research here is what I have come up with. Please give me you opinion if I am right or wrong. Thanks
1- Stick with an outboard.
2- Use an electric motor for trolling
3- Look for a boat that is late 80's or newer
4- Do not buy a Bayliner
5- Find an outboard 80-120 horse
I am looking to buy the boat mainly for trolling and occasionally water skiing. The most I will have in the boat will be 3-6 people (3 of them being small kids.
I appreciate your help.
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I would like to spend between $3500-$5,000 dollars.
I have been told by several people that I can't get anything good for this price. However, some have said I can get a good boat if I look hard.
After doing some research here is what I have come up with. Please give me you opinion if I am right or wrong. Thanks
1- Stick with an outboard.
2- Use an electric motor for trolling
3- Look for a boat that is late 80's or newer
4- Do not buy a Bayliner
5- Find an outboard 80-120 horse
I am looking to buy the boat mainly for trolling and occasionally water skiing. The most I will have in the boat will be 3-6 people (3 of them being small kids.
I appreciate your help.
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