First boat?

[JigMaster4]

What do you all think of this boat for a first time owner? I called them and they said they had tested it and there were no leaks, the trailer/tires were in good condition, along with the batteries. I believe they have it priced at $4500. 

 

boat- http://wiedasmarine.com/2004-tracker-tournament-v-18/

 

Thank You

[Tin Man]

Looks like a nice ride. Price is rite if all checks out. Add some electronics and your good to go. My first boat was and is a 2017 Lowe 175 60hp. Tin boat with Twin talons, Helix 7, 9, GPS and a Lowrance hook 3. Two 23 gal livewells. Jenson AM FM radio for the tunes. Love it. Have fun. Think twice about joining a Bass club though unless your made to feel welcome and you think you can benifit. Was a total waste of time and money on my part.

[slonezp]

Those Tracker V18 hulls are highly desired and normally sell quick

[JigMaster4]

Update- Ended up buying the boat for a good price ($2500), and took her out today. It ran great, and besides a couple minor things that didn't function the best, most everything works. FIshed for about an hour, and ran her around for 2-3. At the end of the day only a little water came out when I pulled the plug.

[A-Jay]

33 minutes ago, JigMaster4 said:

Update- Ended up buying the boat for a good price ($2500), and took her out today. It ran great, and besides a couple minor things that didn't function the best, most everything works. FIshed for about an hour, and ran her around for 2-3. At the end of the day only a little water came out when I pulled the plug.

Sounds like a decent deal & a good time.

Congrats

A-Jay

[tander]

Congrats on the boat. I believe $2500 is a great price. Getting it cheaply will allow you to fix the little things and add improvements. Now, go catch some fish.

[PECo]

That was a great buy. I have a couple of buddies with that boat. It gets the job done.

[fishnkamp]

Watch this video, you will feel a lot happier with your purchase. It is interesting to hear someone like Rick Clunn talk about the virtues of an aluminum rig. I also found it funny he picked that rig up years ago, but HE paid for it himself. LOL.

 

 

[JigMaster4]

Thanks guys, and fishnkamp I wanted an aluminum boat for the first go around because its lighter than the fiberglass, and I can take it more places/ding it up and not worry as much about hurting it too bad.

[fishnkamp]

I agree with you, there are lots of advantages of aluminum. My wife and I have owned a total of 11 bass boats, canoes and jon boats.  We have had 2 fiberglass rocket ships and have caught more fish out of our aluminum boats. For the last 7 years our rig has been a Lowe 17 1/2 Stinger bass boat. I have fished out of it in MD, PA, VA, TN and KY.  I actually wore the treads of the tires. LOL

 

Take your time and figure what electronics will work best for you. Make sure to have the trailer maintenanced and any engine maintenance done right of the bat. That way you can avoid any breakdowns and have a great experience all season long.  I mention doing a full maintenance since you have no idea what has and what has not been done. Your local dealer can help you with identifying what should be done. Wiedas is one of the best out there, so ask if anything like the bearings on the trailer, or the water pump on the engine was done. At the very least I would look at the trailer bearings, water pump and lower gear oil changed and if the engine has a thermostat I would probably have it changed. If it is a 4 stroke then I would have the engine oil changed.  Wiedas may have already done it so check. 

Most of all go enjoy your new boat! Congrats.