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WRB - thanks for the great advice and looking it over. The owner has agreed to make me out on the water to run the boat through its paces as a test drive. We are meeting at his house first so I can do a dry inspection of the transom, motor, and hull to make sure there is nothing concerning. This was his current boat that he used until he upgraded to a 21ft ranger. I know that the current owner has replaced the carpets (said the decks are strong with no soft spots, carpet was done as it was ratty, will check when I go and see it) You have pointed out a few thing I have already seen (wierd gel coat, hoping this will come back with some work, seat is rough and will likely need some upholstry work) The bracket on the transom is for a talon which is not attached (but included in the sale) and will be installed for our water test next week. Some electronics on the boat as well which will be tested when we are going to see it Boat has a cover and is stored under it regularily along with a tarp in the winter when not in use. THanks for the advice on the trailer. Current owner says its mechnically and structurelly sound but will double check he's not trying to pull the wool over my eyes. (unlikely salt water issue as there is none around where we are) I'll definately contact @Way2slow in relation to questions on the motor. Out of curiosity, whats the concern running a 4 blade vs 3 blade prop? (Sorry I'm new to this and haven't done much research on it) Thanks again for your detailed analysis

Thanks so much for the helpful assistance guys! I will definately read and re-read fishnkamps Link. I have before I even started looking at boats and can't believe what a valuable resource it is when looking for an older model bass boat th365thli - thank you for your comments. I have followed your restore and cannot believe how well these boats come back to their original state with a little bit of work. Its also amazing that Ranger will still stock parts for these old girls. I guess that is why they have such a good name. fishnkamp - the trailer appears to be in good condition as well per the seller. He is a mechanic of 27 years and knows his way around both a boat and vehicles. Newer tires, bunks, bearings redone recently. I'll keep an eye out for rust and stress cracks when I go and see it next Sunday Feel free to chime in with any more info on either the 363V or Intruder 150. I'm going to see this old girl next Sunday and if all goes well, she is coming home with me. Can't wait

Hi All, I am considering purchasing this used 1992 ranger 363V with same year Evinrude Intruder 150 engine. It would be my first bass boat and get me off the shore and onto the local lakes https://www.kijiji.ca/v-powerboat-motorboat/kawartha-lakes/ranger-bass-boat/1358551908?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true What do you guys think? Is the 363v a good ride? What are your thoughts on the Evinrude Intruder engine? Is the fact that it has a new power head and all the work done on it a good thing or bad thing? I'm not afraid of a bit of work as I know the speedometer doesnt work, the trim guage doesnt work (trim works fine, he thinks its the sending unit) and bench seat needs recovering. I managed to talk him down already to $5500 USD (note I'm in Canada) It has alot of toys attached not currently in the picture (8 ft talon, 9" Helix DI GPS and Lowrance Gen 2 HDS with Structure scan on console and stainless prop) Looking for some opinions. Tight Lines

thanks for the reply...note that it is not a Sprint but a Spirit. Also note that price is in Cdn $, not American...if that makes a difference

Hi all. New around here and am contemplating purchasing a older used bass boat to get me off the shore. I've perused the forum and found the bay bass guide on purchasing a used boat and have read it in detail Considering this boat that I found on a local used site that is advertised as a Skeeter but original paperwork lists make as Spirit. https://www.kijiji.ca/v-powerboat-motorboat/belleville/1992-skeeter-bass-boat/1349883671?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true Internet search on Spirit bass boat shows few results. Anyone have any information on this brand of boats or know if it is truely a Skeeter as indicated by the seller? Thanks in advance