Novice boat buyer seeks advice...

travis1286 · 04-17-09, 11:01 AM

Hey guys, new to forum and new to boats. I've always been around power sports (quads, bikes, snowmobiles, etc.) but have never owned a boat or jet ski of any kind. I will be graduating college in about a month and will be purchasing a bass boat for the summer, possibly a fish & ski if I find one I like. The problem? I know little about the good, bad, and the ugly of used bass boats and was hoping some of you could chime in with some advice.

My criteria: Looking to spend $15,000 or less, prefer fiberglass, must have at least a 90hp motor, comfortably fish 2-3 people, and it MUST be reliable.

I don't see my first boat as one I will keep for 10 years or so, but just something to get me started. I've always been a Yamaha fan so the skeeters have caught my eye...but who knows. Input is appreciated, thanks!

04-17-09, 11:01 AM	#1
travis1286 BassFishin.Com Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 5	Novice boat buyer seeks advice... Hey guys, new to forum and new to boats. I've always been around power sports (quads, bikes, snowmobiles, etc.) but have never owned a boat or jet ski of any kind. I will be graduating college in about a month and will be purchasing a bass boat for the summer, possibly a fish & ski if I find one I like. The problem? I know little about the good, bad, and the ugly of used bass boats and was hoping some of you could chime in with some advice. My criteria: Looking to spend $15,000 or less, prefer fiberglass, must have at least a 90hp motor, comfortably fish 2-3 people, and it MUST be reliable. I don't see my first boat as one I will keep for 10 years or so, but just something to get me started. I've always been a Yamaha fan so the skeeters have caught my eye...but who knows. Input is appreciated, thanks!

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