Boat wanted

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2011/07/17 15:01:44 (permalink)

Boat wanted

I'm starting to get semi-serious about buying a boat.  Just thought I'd throw this out and see what happens.

Looking for the following...

-Aluminum, deep V style, built for bigger water.
-In the 18' range.  Overall length from hitch to prop 23' or not much more.
-Less than 10 years old, indoor kept and well maintained.
-Walk through windshield or dual console.
-90 hp or greater OB, 4 stroke, even better.
-Front mounted trolling motor.

I am not interested in fully rigged trolling boats.  Not that I wouldn't eventually get in to that, but don't want to pay for the equipment with the boat purchase.  Kickers are fine though.

I'm not tied to any specific brands.  Feel free to PM.  The worst I can say is not interested.  I'm being very picky and in no hurry to buy.  Starting the search process now in hopes of having it on the water by next spring.  If the right boat comes along at fair market price, I might be inclined to buy at the end of this season.
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    bulldog1
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    RE: Boat wanted 2011/07/18 15:16:21 (permalink)
    "-Aluminum, deep V style, built for bigger water.
    -In the 18' range. Overall length from hitch to prop 23' or not much more.
    -Less than 10 years old, indoor kept and well maintained.
    -Walk through windshield or dual console.
    -90 hp or greater OB, 4 stroke, even better.
    -Front mounted trolling motor. "

    Expect to spend in the neighborhood of $15K to $20K.
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    Claypool313
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    RE: Boat wanted 2011/07/19 19:20:53 (permalink)
    Aluminum has been my plan, but that could change.  I'm looking for a 60% bay boat / 40% near shore.  I don't have much desire to go out 5 miles trolling for eyes.  I would like to be able to fish smallies and perch in the main lake as conditions allow.
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    RE: Boat wanted 2011/07/25 04:02:27 (permalink)
    just wait for me because i also interest in this topic.
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