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Buying a used boat.
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06/10/17 08:27 PM
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i-Fish
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First time boat buyer here. What are some of the things I should expect or what are some of the things I should look for/ask about during the discussion, negotiating and purchasing process on a used boat from a private seller? I'm assuming a test ride is something any reasonable seller would allow?
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Re: Buying a used boat.
[Re: i-Fish]
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06/10/17 10:27 PM
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Bob Landry
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Since you are a new buyer, an inspection by an independent party and a compression check on the motor.
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Re: Buying a used boat.
[Re: i-Fish]
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06/11/17 01:28 PM
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Muzzlebrake
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I would never buy a used boat without lake testing also.
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Re: Buying a used boat.
[Re: i-Fish]
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06/12/17 06:03 PM
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Tjbev13
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Defiantly a outboard mechanic to run through it is a must, and be very thorough!
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Re: Buying a used boat.
[Re: i-Fish]
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06/15/17 04:31 PM
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bo tbo
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Compression check before anything else
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