Advice on buying a boat

[djole]

Majja, I liked the Apollo and the Bayliner. Good thing about the Apollo, It's got the Ford motor. Meaning that if you have any small block engine experience, MUCH easier to work on. All the outboards I've ever seen are extremely complicated and much ahead of their time. When you go to look at them, make sure you check all compartments for rust/mold and like. Look for corrosion and leaks on all working parts (steering,engine,outdrive,fuel lines,hydraulics if its got em). If the hull is fiberglass, check for stress cracks around the transom, this is the most important area for structural integrity. Other than all that, remember that you'll always have to work on them, and that the 2 happiest days you'll ever have is the day you buy one, and the day you sell it!

Good luck to ya!

djole
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