On Lake Time Posted February 25, 2015 Posted February 25, 2015 Hi, I'm looking to upgrade from my current aluminum boat to one that's more practical for fishing. I found one online that I'm interested in and wondered if any of you have any input or reviews on a 1993 Sea Nymph 146 or a similar style? It's 14 ft with a 30 hp Johnson also from '93. Are these boats and motors good quality? Thanks. Quote
Super User S Hovanec Posted February 25, 2015 Super User Posted February 25, 2015 I had a '93 or '94 16' sea nymph with 25hp Johnson. Was a fantastic boat. Sold it to fund my Lund purchase. Wish I would have kept it in addition to getting the Lund. Quote
On Lake Time Posted February 25, 2015 Author Posted February 25, 2015 Thank you for your reply. Another one I'm considering is a 16' 1987 Sea Nymph Fishing Machine with a 40hp Mariner. The 14' is a tiller and the 16' is a console. One thing noted on the listing for the 16' is that "the motor runs great (40hp Mariner) and the only issue is the prop could use some attention, but I still used it without a problem." Any feedback on the boat models and motors is much appreciated! Quote
zachb34 Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 Your basically buying the motor and getting the hull with it. That's just how used boats are. Both boats and motors are fairly old so I would suggest having a competent boat mechanic check it out or take it for a test drive. Unless these boats are being sold very cheap, it's worth it to take your time and look them over good. Marine mechanics aren't cheap. Quote
zachb34 Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 If it helps any, all of my friends with the old Johnsons love them, and can't seem to kill them. Even if they try. Quote
Super User retiredbosn Posted February 27, 2015 Super User Posted February 27, 2015 I had a 1990 175tx Sea Nymph, great little boat had the 40 hp Evonrude in the twenty plus years the boat was in the family only routine maintenance was performed no repairs, I rebuilt the tilt and trim unit right before I sold it. Mine was a combo of welded hull and riveted supports. Quote
plumworm Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 Love those old Sea nymphs. My first boat was a '93 with a 25 Mariner and upgraded to a 16.5 with a Merc 40. That was a great boat company back then. I really believe the boat won't fail you, but, agreeing with other posters, get the motors checked out. If you spend a few bucks to have a marine tech check out the motor now, it will save you a whole lot of money if they find out there is a major problem. Good Luck with your purchase. Quote
On Lake Time Posted February 27, 2015 Author Posted February 27, 2015 I am new to this site and really appreciate your feedback. I've heard good things about Sea Nymphs. My current boat is also my first boat - a 14' shallow Sea Nymph with a 6hp Johnson. It works great for small lake fishing. It's not very stable to stand and fish in and that's why I'm looking to upgrade. I am nervous about the motor issue with the private listings. I'm looking at my max budget at the time for a boat and if the motors were to have issues I wouldn't be able to afford replacing the larger motors. I also looked at a dealer in my area that accepts trades. They have what appears to be a very nice console '87 Bass Tracker V-17 with a 45hp Mariner. I apologize for bouncing around between the different boat styles, but your input is helpful in this process. Pros/cons of a Sea Nymph style vs Bass Tracker? Quote
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