We Found The BEST Boat Deals On The Side Of The Road!!! 

Way too much money I agree!🤙

I agree it's a lot of money but man is it freaking sharp looking and well done.

Looked even better in person. Like a brand new boat out the mold! 🤙

Potter Hull Seacraft’s catch a pretty penny. If it’s rebuilt with only composites and no wood, then it’s a relatively fair price

The labor that’s involved in the restoration is insane. I’m sure there’s not much on it that’s original. Would I pay it? No! If someone puts that much dedicated into an old boat they might as well keep their project and cut their loses when they sell it. Some one will buy it but it will take a long time.

I used to like center consoles when I was younger. The older I get the more comfort I like. I wouldn’t purchase a center console today unless it was a skiff to scoot around in. That’s why we got and restored our Grady white. Thanks for the comment! 🤙

@@perfectfitboating yeah I'd take a little whaler for the skinny water. But overall in big water I want no step hull, 24 degrees at the transom. That's just me but I boat on the third coast and our wave intervals are one after the other, later in the day we got a lot of 4 and 5 footers just stacked one after the other. I am scoping out down East boats, slow but slosh through anything at 15 knots.

Great info there. I never understood why boat manufacturers include their pulpit as part of the size of their boats. Like we can’t tell. Same deal with sealing up fuel tank access. Just doesn’t make sense! Thanks for commenting! 🤙

Sure they are. Anything is comparable. Key west is a superior boat. That’s obvious. But you can still compare buying new to used.

? Key west a better build ?

10/4

I can see that. But for the Florida keys I’d say they were priced close to being a great deal. That sea craft is brand new for 75k im sure you could prob get it for less and you have a boat for life that’s cheaper than anything on the market that’s comparable! 🤙

I think the problem is finding an outboard that has been maintained to the proper standard is the issue. Every 2 stroke outboard on fb market place Craigslist etc has issues. At least in the larger v6 models. Even the v4 evinrudes that I’ve found are a mess. Add to that the lack of mechanics working on them anymore AND the lack of parts, AND crappy fuel, it’s not unreasonable to see why people would go 4 stroke. I agree the older 3 cylinder 2 strokes are amazing. Good luck trying to find any good ones down here in sfl. I actually have a 70 evinrude that still runs. But I got lucky. Youre an outboard mechanic. YOU, can fix your outboards. Average Joe may not be so mechanically handy. Some people may not want to worry about their motor and might just want to startup and go. I had that issue with the 225 evinrude I had on my boat before switching to a Suzuki. Carbs were a nightmare to tune and mechanics wanted 1000 to redo them. My new motor starts every time. Sips fuel. Yes, I paid 23k for it but the peace of mind is worth it. As far as reliability goes, I’ve seen tow boats down here with over 13k hours on Suzukis. Im not contesting the fact they do or don’t last longer or they’re better ir worse. Everyone’s situation is different. If I knew as much as you did, I’d prob be running a 2 stroke today. But I don’t, so my Suzuki works great for me. Thanks for the comment. 🤙

People love those things! Hugs brother! 🤙

@@perfectfitboating glad you were able to post this video.

Man that’s terrible I’m sorry to hear. I’ve heard more than my fair share of stories like that! I’ve only been on one 23’ and it was insane how well it handled!🤙

They sell those boats on market place in fl almost got one a while ago just fyi

@@sumthangelse89 nice! Plenty of deals on market place!

Just be careful in Florida you don't know what damage if any do electronics and engines or how long they been underwater and how long they sat in the open air after waiting to get cleaned up from the hurricanes, seacraft boats have the best hull for offshore v hull , can't beat them

I agree… there’s been plenty of hurricane boats trying to be sold under the radar as good deals. If you know what to look for you can spot em real quick. I love the sea craft hull. It’s legendary like the formula 23 hull. 🤙

Thank you so much we appreciate that! I love that hull and would love to get my hands on one. Yeah I think 75k is too much as well with the way prices are dropping for used boats! 🤙

Joe, thank you so much for the comment and the kind words! I hope you find something that suits your needs. Try fb marketplace. There’s tons of deals there on smaller outboards. Even a 90 Yamaha 2 stroke would work. Very light, economical and indestructible! Or even a 115 Yamaha 4 stroke! Good luck and let us know what you find!

That’s a steal! Those boat were really good. Didn’t know the history behind them and Boston whaler but finding gems like that are extremely difficult! Thanks for watching brother! 🤙

Hahaha true but that’s alright! Little help to the local boaters. I’m good with that! 🤙

Hahaha asi mismo es bro! El verano se acerca! 🤣 gracias por el apoyo siempre mi hermanito! Un abrazo bro! 🤙

Hey matt! In the video I meant hurricane boat brand but youre right you gotta be careful of any submerged boat. Especially in saltwater! 🤙

You’re welcome bud! Thanks for watching! 🤙

Hey cap! You’re absolutely right! Coming down fast! Weather looks like it’s clearing up cap!

@perfectfitboating yes clearing some cap. Now getting several days in a raw will be 👍 great

Really is a sweet ride. Looked better in person! 🤙🌊🛥️

@@perfectfitboating thanks for replying You think they still have the boat there? Cause I notice the video is 4 months old

@@perfectfitboating I wish I was there to see it in person

Man, I don’t know tbh sorry. I was down there a few weeks ago for the spearfishing nationals and didn’t see it but I’m sure you can call the number on the boat and ask! Good luck! 🤙🛥️🌊

@@perfectfitboating Thanks

That’s a good idea! Even if it sounds solid it might be wet so that’s very true! Thank you so much for the comment and sub we really appreciate you! 🤙

@@perfectfitboating I use my moisture meter at the anchor locker because they take a wet beating from within additionally any stringers, floors, bulkheads and consoles. A moisture meter pays for itself by avoiding a money pit or driving the price down. Choose a meter with an alarm. When the seller hears your meter scream they know it’s discount time lol.

@@scottehrlich6653 hahaha love it! Discount time for sure!!! Thank you for the comment bud! 🤙

Plate readers don't work as they only read surface moisture. Pinned meters would require drilling holes to interior to check. Neither are viable source of checking inside of a transom or stringers.

@@mdv2043 they are used for this exact reason on boats and lumber. Ultrasound is next lol Better than thumping it like a melon

Good call! 🤙

Thank you steva! ♥️

Absolutely! And that’s why we love to show all sides. New, used and resto projects. We have a few more of these videos coming as they’re more realistic to the average person today! Thanks for the comment! 🤙

Youre correct. Keys prices are always higher. Even west coast Florida has great prices! 🤙

Thank you for the comment bud! Glad you enjoyed it! 🤙

That is so true! Sometimes you can get them for a steal because people just want them gone and off their property! 🤙

@@perfectfitboating Exactly and are willing to take less to have it gone! Not everyday is someone gonna knock on your door to buy your boat and boom!

@MiamiLiving305 💯💯💯

I’ve always loved that hull! Rides like a 30 footer! 🤙

No banging and pounding all you can hear from that hull is ssssssss

😳 that’s nuts!

Sounds spot on. There’s plenty of toys for sale and the prices are coming done fast! Thanks for the comment! 🤙

That can be both objective and subjective. A boat might be a good deal if let’s say it’s beat up, cheap and you can do the work yourself and save money making it better. Same boat might not be a good deal for someone not looking to do the work themselves. In general, if it floats, runs and doesn’t need any structural repairs like transom, or floor AND it’s priced low than I’d say it’s a good deal. There’s a lot of other factors but I’d start with those! 🤙

Thank you for watching buddy! 🤙🛥️🌊

🤣🤣🤣 youre so right about that! I see that on market place all the time! “So you’re telling me for 5 grand I get a whole tree included!? I’ll take it!” 🤣🤣

I remember the same. 18 years ago a dusky 20’ with motor and trailer was $29,999 plus tax 😳

@@perfectfitboating yes exactly

Youre right about that! That’s what we got on our Grady. New 250 Suzuki! 🤙

We’re actually trying to get more of these style videos out. Next week we should have one out of boats here in Miami!🤙

Thank you bro!🤙

Está un poco alto de precio estoy en acuerdo contigo. Pero los precios de casas en el sur de la Florida no se an visto en ese precio en 30 años.

Thanks for the comment!🤙

I think it’s time for you to make a trip to south Florida! 🤣🤙

Email us and I’ll send it over. Email is in our bio

That hydrasports in this video is actually perfect for that brother! It has the tunnel hull, drafts almost nothing, jack plate. You could repower and you have a boat for life!

Triumph 190, 11" draft

Came across this list awhile ago of when wich mfgs went to full composite... I'd be interested in starting a master list and even getting some manufacturers to chime in. I've talked to intrepid extensively on the subject so i'll start the list with them, since it seems they've been leading the charge... MASTER LIST __________________________________________________ __________________________________ *Ameracat: ALL *Angler: 1999 - present Bayliner: Bayliss: ??? - present Blackfin: Blue Water: ??? - present Campion: at least 2008 - present Cape Horn: ??? - present Carolina Skiff: (small models may have a wood core transom) *Cobia- 2006 - present *Contender: 2010 - present (current models have composite transoms/stringers, some have wood/balsa gunwails/hull) Edgewater: ALL??? Everglades: ??? Fountain: 2008 - present Glasstream: ?? years Grady White: still have balsa-core floors Hells Bay: ??? - present *Hewes: 1989 - present Hobie Power Skiff : ??? - present *Hydrasports: 2001 - present (some 1999's and 2000's, also) *Intrepid Boat Works: late 80's - present Intruder by Promarine: ??? - present Invincible: ALL??? Island Runner: Jarret Bay: ??? - present Judge Yachts: ~2003 - present Ken Craft: 2006 - present Key West - early 90's - present Legend Custom Yachts - ALL Lightning: most (custom) Marlin (35) - 1996 - present Maralago: ALL *Maverick: ALL McKee Craft: ~July 2002 - present Midnight Express: Palmetto: Panga Marine: ALL (early ones were built in mexico, now built in sarasota) Pathfinder: ALL *Proline: 1995 - present (*some* 1994's, look for wrapped wood stringers) *Ranger: 1989 - present (patented "PULL-TRUDED" cores, still a question about the limited-run 25' Open Fish from the early 1990s) Regulator: at least 1999 - present Renegade: ??? - present Sailfish: at least 2006 - present Seaswirl: ??? - present Scout: ??? - present Sea Chaser (by Carolina Skiff): Sea-Fox, Sea-Era: at least 1998 - present Sea Hunt: at least 2001 - present Southwind: 2012 - present Spencer: ??? - present *Target: ALL Thunder 50: ??? - present *Tideline: ALL *Triton: ALL (This includes many of the rebuilt boats Matt has done; rotten wood out, composite core in) Triumph: ??? - present Trophy: at least 2004 - present Venture: Wellcraft: at least 2006 - present Yellowfin: Mako? * = verified with the actual manufacturer

Thank you buddy! 🤙

It shows that you like mechanics more than navigation. 😉

I won’t touch another 2 stroke for our big boat ever again. No matter what the brand. 🤙

That’s one way to save! Insane deals when a hurricane comes through😂

That’s right!🤙

Correct! Knocking can tell you if there’s delaminated or hollow areas in the transom.

jump on the motor lol duh@@perfectfitboating

@@CLPOZ yes yes… jump on someone’s boat who I have no permission to be on and try to pull on their motor. Duh how silly of me 🤣

ikr man come on good vid bro @@perfectfitboating

@@CLPOZ thank you brotha 🤙

Thank you! 🤙

Thanks Ken!🤙