Looking for some advice from those who have more boat experience on the following boats for my son and myself:
1. 2002 TR-165 -w/ 75HP Mercury (2 stroke) Boat is in really good shape and owner used it very little. Was at the dealer when it was traded in by the owner today. Dealer is asking $7,900.00. NADA shows it is worth 5k to 6k. Fish Finders are original and will need to be upgraded. Trolling motor was upgraded within the last year or two with a Minn Kota 12/24V. Dealer did compression test and checked lower unit. All good, however they are going to have to clean out carburetor due to lack of use the last couple of years. Said it started fine, just was running rough.
2. 2003 Nitro 700 LX w/75HP Tracker (2 Stroke) Boat is good shape and has been used little as well. Private seller asking $6500.00. NADA is 5k to 6k. Original Motor Guide trolling motor. Basic fish finder that will need to be upgraded. Boat would also come with a boat cover. No fish finder up front. Do not have compression numbers on engine, owner is willing to have tested.
3. 2000 Champion 181 w/150 Mercury XR6 - Boat appears to be in good shape some minor spider cracking at front cleats and grab handle. Dealer asking $12,900.00. NADA shows value around 6k to 7k. Motor has good compression. New Carpet has been installed, Helix 5 at dash and old Lowrance at bow. Has a boat cover and hot foot as well. Looked at boat today and has a great front deck space, however area around helm is very tight/small and very little storage in back. Dealer would have to get more realistic on price. Trolling motor was replaced 3 or 4 years ago.
Thoughts on which would be better and why? Also, would it make more sense to look at 18 to 19 foot boats instead?
Thanks for any thoughts or advice.
