Mr. Swabby(aka westtennessee1) Posted February 13, 2012 Posted February 13, 2012 Fellow BR Members, Just a quick post to get some opinions. I'm in the Navy and will be moving overseas this summer. I own a 2009 Bass Tracker 190TX. She's got a 115 Mercury Optimax. I've upgraded the electronics to Humminbird 998cSI at the console and moved the stock lowrance to the bow. Also upgraded the prop to a 19P stainless. I've got less than 75 hours on the boat in 2 years. Bought it new. Would like your opinion on an asking price for the boat. I'm trying to determine if I keep it in storage for the next two years or try to sell... Your time and consideration is sincerely appreicated! HAPPY FISHING! Jeff Quote
Super User Nitrofreak Posted February 13, 2012 Super User Posted February 13, 2012 If she is your"baby" why would you even consider selling? Do you have any friends that you would consider to be worthy of taking care of her in your absence, or someone you trust to lease it too? Quote
Super User A-Jay Posted February 13, 2012 Super User Posted February 13, 2012 The fact that you've upgraded several items indicates that you've got this rig right where you want it. The work is done. Unless this is incorrect and / or you enjoy the "buying and out fitting" process. If I had the means, I would have it prepared for storage by a professional and put that baby under lock and key (storage). I would welcome the comfort of knowing that upon my return, I'd have a rig ready to hit the water as soon as I was. Good luck A-Jay Quote
Wildbillb Posted February 13, 2012 Posted February 13, 2012 What are your likes and dislikes of this boat? I have a chance at almost the exact same boat. Give me the down low. Thanks Quote
Super User 00 mod Posted February 14, 2012 Super User Posted February 14, 2012 I will gladly fish this rig for you until your return! Jeff Quote
Super User Way2slow Posted February 14, 2012 Super User Posted February 14, 2012 I think it's going to depend on how you bought it. If you financed the max, on a long term note to keep the payments down, the value of the boat is going to be a lot less than you owe. If you sell it, you may have to come out of your pocket a few grand to pay it off, or pay to store it while you're gone. If you do store it, you should have it professionaly preped, unless you're pretty savy with them. Quote
scrutch Posted February 14, 2012 Posted February 14, 2012 How long before you're back to use it Swabby? Quote
Super User Gatorbassman Posted February 14, 2012 Super User Posted February 14, 2012 I'd say drain all the fluids out of it, have it shrink wrapped and store it. If you don't you will wish you had when you come back. Quote
radtech Posted February 14, 2012 Posted February 14, 2012 You already know the boat and have made some nice upgrades! If it's giving you any problems or if you are just plain unhappy with the boat and ultimately will want something different then go ahead and let it go. However if it's something reliable and you enjoy fishing from it I agree put it in storage and it will be waiting for you when you get ready! Quote
Al Wolbach Posted February 14, 2012 Posted February 14, 2012 Jeff- Are you going on a six month WesPac cruise or three year overseas shore duty, etc? How long will you be gone? I have faced this delima a few times and the bottom line is you are the only person that can make the decision. There are to many unknowns for the forum members to provide sound advice. If you have financed this boat I suggest you speak with the bank/credit union and discuss your options with them. And if you decide to sell they can provide you with the approximate value for the boat, motor and trailer to determine an asking price and may even help you sell it. Vehicles for sale in the bank parking lot move quickly. If you want to keep it I suggest you talk with the dealership where you purchased it to discuss storage options. These days nearly everyone wants to help the military men/women, so let them help. Whatever you decide the sooner you act the easier it will be on you.............Good Luck and God Speed........................Al Quote
Mr. Swabby(aka westtennessee1) Posted February 14, 2012 Author Posted February 14, 2012 Thanks for all of the great opinions! Appreciate you taking the time to resond to the post. For clarification, I'm going overseas for two to three years on a shore assignment. Will not be able to even see the boat until I return. Absolutely satisified with the rig, and it's set up just like I want. No issues with it at all, I'm leaning toward selling because I can't see just leaving it in storage and not being able to enjoy it. I paid about $21K for it new and with the upgrades have about $23K in it. If I was going to sell, any idea where I might start the asking price? I don't want to lose my shirt on the sale and can always store if I can't sell... Thanks again fellow members! Jeff Quote
Super User Lund Explorer Posted February 14, 2012 Super User Posted February 14, 2012 Hey Jeff, my opinion would be to put in on the market seeing as you'll be gone for up to three years. While it is hard to give up something that fits perfectly today, I'd venture a guess that new technology in that time period will make your next purchase just as good. As far as value goes, I would say you should be looking at 80%-85% of the $23k invested which is based on the old depreciation rule of 10% per/year for tin and 20% / 5% per/year for glass. Good news is this is the time of year to sell a boat in many parts of the country as fishing season is getting ready to fire up. Good luck in your travels, and here's hoping that some kind of fish is available where you're going. Steve Quote
jkarol24 Posted February 14, 2012 Posted February 14, 2012 Hmmm, an interesting dimlema... It sounds like storage is a feasable option for you. However, what i would do is put it up on the market for a fairly steep price and dont budge any lower than what you actually want to get out of it. That way, either you get a decent amount of cash to put into a new boat when you return, or if that doesnt work you can always take your baby and lock her up for a few years, and then return to enjoy her. On a final note, thank you for serving our wonderful country. Without the service of yourself and the many other brave men and women in the armed forces, none of us may even have the opportunity to drive that beautiful rig to the lake and enjoy a worry-free day on the water. Quote
Super User Way2slow Posted February 15, 2012 Super User Posted February 15, 2012 You also have to look at the cost of storing. For it to be in the same condition when you get back as when you leave, it just about has to be stored in a shelter. Shrink wraps, covers, etc all help but if it's sitting out, the sun and humidity/condensation still take their toll. Unless you have family that has a shed, barn or something inclosed, it gets expensive to store one two - three years. If it's not in a shelter, you are not going to like what you will have three years later. By the way, it also needs to be covered, even in a shelter. Then what really pi**es you off, they say you are going for three years, you sell it and they send you back in one. I had that to happen to me twice in my 22+ years of playing GI Joe. One time I sold a boat I really liked but didn't want to store three years, the other time I sold a classic car I didn't want sell but didn't want to store it the four years they said I would be gone for. Both times I was back in the states 13 months later. Quote
BassResource.com Administrator Glenn Posted February 15, 2012 BassResource.com Administrator Posted February 15, 2012 My father bought one of the very first bass boats back 1970. Four years later he moved to Alaska. So he stored it at his brother's house in the garage.... ....for nearly 13 years! Then he bought a house and stored it there for another 5 years before moving back. Guess what? It works great today, and looks new. All he needed to do was get a new outboard (25 hp) and a new trolling motor. Makes perfect economic sense. ------------------- Moving again, eh? Wasn't it just a couple years ago you moved to Tennessee? Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted February 16, 2012 Super User Posted February 16, 2012 I'm with the guys on this. Drain and wrap. On a side note, I'd love to see a picture of that boat Glenn! Quote
Super User Way2slow Posted February 16, 2012 Super User Posted February 16, 2012 Newer engines are going to take a little more than a simple drain and store. I have two problems with this philosophy, the first is the alcohol mixed fuel and the other is the injection system. Store a fuel injection system for three years that has not been properly prepared for storage can be very expensive to get running again. Just my 2cents worth, but since it's not mine, it doesn't matter. Quote
Mr. Swabby(aka westtennessee1) Posted February 16, 2012 Author Posted February 16, 2012 Thanks everyone for taking the time to post your opinions. I'm most probably going to try and sell in the May timeframe for a firm asking price of $17K. Backup plan is storage and I'll make sure to have it prepared appropriately. If you're interested keep your eyes open for it on the fishing flea market forum around April/May! Appreciate all of your advice! Jeff Oh- Glenn, we usually move about the 2-3 year mark depending on the type of unit that we are assigned... Quote
Super User Lund Explorer Posted February 17, 2012 Super User Posted February 17, 2012 Thanks everyone for taking the time to post your opinions. I'm most probably going to try and sell in the May timeframe for a firm asking price of $17K. Backup plan is storage and I'll make sure to have it prepared appropriately. If you're interested keep your eyes open for it on the fishing flea market forum around April/May! Appreciate all of your advice! Jeff Oh- Glenn, we usually move about the 2-3 year mark depending on the type of unit that we are assigned... I would suggest starting out $1,500 higher. You can always give a "Bass Resource Discount" to a member here, but from my days in the military, service members can get raked over the coals when a local buyer knows you're short timing a move. Give them the chance to whittle you down in price to what you wanted all along! Quote
Mr. Swabby(aka westtennessee1) Posted February 18, 2012 Author Posted February 18, 2012 Went fishing today, had a chance to snap a couple of photos of the rig- feel free to take a look! Quote
radtech Posted March 2, 2012 Posted March 2, 2012 hey swabby it's gonna be a couple years before i get to buy a new rig but since you do own one can you answer a few questions? how does the boat ride in rough water? What is top speed of boat? is there anything you thoroughly just dislike about the tracker? thanks oh and beautiful boat wish i could make us both happy lol Quote
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