It can be done especially if u find a project boat. I just bought a 1987 winner zz880 mach II 18ft With an evinrude 235 on it for $700. I know this may not be the best bass boat out there and probably pretty far down on the list but for $700 I couldn't pass it up. I know the lower unit is bad and needs alot of tlc and cosmetics done but if u can do the work yourself and don't care for a project this may be your best bet since u can modify some things to fit what you're looking for.