time to take the plunge?.....advice

[Fishbone]

Partners??? I had to sell a boat one time to save a relationship with a good friend! Be careful with a partner!!

[howarda780]

Originally Posted by Fishbone

Partners??? I had to sell a boat one time to save a relationship with a good friend! Be careful with a partner!!

I agree. If everything checks out. Store it for the winter and flip it in the spring. You guys both walk away with enough cash to pay for trips for the next year

[Detour66]

Sounds like a great deal.... almost TOO good of a deal. The boat isn't very old and shouldn't have any major problems and none if well maintained.... take it for a sea trial before buying! Best of luck!

[TDaly25]

The biggest benefit of owning is that you can sail on your own schedule and fish with whomever you choose to. The downsides are many. If keeping in a slip the fixed costs rise quickly. If keeping on a trailer, the inconvenience of trailering and launching will be an impediment to going out on those short magic hours trips you could easily partake in for less agony and less money. In addition to costs of operation and maintenance, also consider the time and effort of cleaning boat and flushing motor after each use. Also consider the practical limitations of the boat you are considering buying and to where and when you can motor. Also figure in costs of insurance for the boat and registration for both boat and trailer. Also figure in costs of winterization.

After getting rid of my Silverton 34' a few years back I've been recently thinking about getting another boat, though something more practical and efficient. I keep coming back to the ease and accessibility of charters and party boats and the total lack of any ancillary costs - and there will absolutely be some if you are a boat owner. Good luck with the decision!

[shrimpman steve]

I want to thank everyone for their input! LOTS of things to consider. Looks like I have a lot of pros and cons to consider. I will take ALL of the advice into consideration.

As mentioned, worse case, I can buy it and flip it if it doesn't work out.

Thanks again to everyone!

[DirtyChimneyMan]

Originally Posted by dales529

Where are you keeping it and what time should I be there. Nice timing getting DCM to pay his half when he cant fish for the rest of the season.
Momma didnt raise no fool!!

Gee THANKS!

[DirtyChimneyMan]

Originally Posted by tropics

First off Good Luck
From previous post I understand DCM is as big as you.
You are going to need a skinny Arse man to work the net, as to keep boat from capsizing
Have fun be safe bud.

Now that stings....just a lil bit

[DirtyChimneyMan]

Again, as Steve said, all of your input is greatly appreceated, and I too thank you all for the advice.

[GOTCHA1224]

i have a partner in my boat and i regret every minute of it! one person always uses it more than the other,just saying it sucks having a partner.i am stuck for 7 more years.

[Detour66]

Originally Posted by GOTCHA1224

i have a partner in my boat and i regret every minute of it! one person always uses it more than the other,just saying it sucks having a partner.i am stuck for 7 more years.

Partners and boats are a no no.... If you want the boat buy it yourself. I have seen too many boat partnerships go bad too many times. If you have good fishing buddies... there will be plenty of people to help with the costs of a trip!