1970 Seafari I/O for sale
 

Hi everyone,

Well, I can read the writing on the wall and the fact is I don't think I'll be able to repower my Seafari any time soon. So, since I don't have any place to store her, I fear I have to sell her while she still looks good and before she starts deteriorating. So here goes:

1970 20' Seafari
Transom, stringers and sole rebuilt in 1999. No soft spots.
Painted in 1999 with 5 coats of Awlgrip Winter White
140 hp Mercruiser also rebuilt in 1999 with approximately 250 hrs.
Alpha One Gen I drive recently refurbished with new u-joints and gimbal bearing, 0 hours since repair.
Newly refurbished trim/tilt pump with new aluminum mount, solenoids and exterior SS hoses
Both trim/tilt cylinders completely rebuilt
Twin Optima Blue Top batteries
2003 Continental aluminum tandem axle trailer with LED center lights and excellent tires, very little use.
1 year old white deck mount Ritchie compass
Almost new set of "real" white on white Gaffrig gauges (not the Livorsi copies)
Furuno GPS
Raymarine fishfinder
Jensen AM/FM/CD player with 2 coaxial waterproof speakers
4 rod holders
15' Tigress telescopic black/gold outriggers on side mounts
Coast Guard equipment
Spare tune-up parts for engine
Bimini top with cover
Complete set of clear side curtains to completely enclose forward cockpit, barely used and in storage bags
Two anchors with chain/rope rodes
Small fan in cabin
Destroyer type helm wheel

Boat is in very good shape except for the following:

Engine is seized
Small crack in sole forward of the tank hatch by the helm seat
Plywood side coaming panels deteriorating
Right rear access hatch bowed (someone stepped on it)

Everything else on the boat works and is in good shape

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...r/DSCF0097.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...r/DSCF0087.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...r/DSCF0086.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...r/seafari6.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...r/Seafari5.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...r/seafari7.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...r/Seafari2.jpg

As you can see the boat looks and rides great and all it needs is a new engine and some TLC. She's a perfect candidate for a new I/O or a bracket and O/B since all the hard work on the transom and stringers has already been done. I'm asking US$4990 for the whole thing but I'm open to all offers. She's located at Homestead ARB south of Miami. Hopefully someone can adopt her and give her a good home soon!

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Seems like all we have is bad news-
Good luck with the sale!

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I know, thanks though! :rolleyes:

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Nestor sorry to hear about the sale

If you need a boat ride call me anytime lets go fishing

Call me some time soon

Jorge

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This really "BLOWS" :(
Nestor, hope you will give us your words of wisdom once
in awhile, after you sell her.
Good Luck, Ken

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Thanks my friend! Just tell me when and I'll be there. :D

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Thanks! And be sure I will chime in from time to time (unless I get banned!), once you get addicted to this site it's hard to let go! :D

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By the way, I forgot to add that the fuel tank was also replaced in 1999 and it's all aluminum with approx. 30 gal capacity.

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It also has a built in Porta Potti, never used and the cabin cushions are almost new. You can contact me at colonpr@bellsouth.net or 305-388-3489.

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Nestor - I'm extremely bummed for you, to have to let that boat go - but I also thank you for the info you had posted here on CSC, which was instrumental in me buying the one I got - it truly is the most capable boat I've ever had.

I'd like to ask you a specific question about your outriggers, and what you think of them in actual use - I'm assuming those are the Tigress 1 1/8" models - I've seen some reports that those poles are too soft, to whippy, to get clean releases - and how well do those bases function, smooth, easy, well made ?

What are your impressions ?

thanks !!

Bill

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Thanks buddy, it sure is a bummer. That was my stress relief and I've noticed my short temper lately since I don't have it anymore.

I'm very happy with the outriggers although I had to exchange them once because the spring pins that hold them in place when extended did not extend out enough and the riggers would sometimes collapse when running hard. Make sure the pin extends at least 1/4" out of the hole. Although the bases worked OK I was unhappy with the fishing angle when swept to the sides. Since the bases were installed on the side of the decks, I didn't realize they angle inwards and when fishing they don't drop downwards enough. If I were to do it again I would spend the extra bucks to install the TACO Sports Slam outrigger bases, the wide variety of angles and positions available would be perfect for this boat. I measured them and the bases would fit perfectly on the decks next to the helm which would make them super easy to lower and raise, especially going under bridges. If the engine hadn't seized that was going to be my next purchase. I saw the whole TACO package, bases, riggers and rigging in the internet, I think eBay, for about $700 which is a great price.

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just a couple more questions - looking at the boat pix, those seem long -

are they the 15 ft or the 18 ft or ?

are they the 1-1/8" dia. or the 1-1/2" dia. ?

good input on the spring pins - I wondered if you can only put it out 2/3 of the way if you wanted a tighter spread ? -or would it not lock and be a problem ?

thanks

Bill

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They're 15' and 1-1/8". And yes, you could just extend 2 of the 3 extendable sections for a shorter spread.

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By the way, also forgot to mention the VHF radio with remote speaker!

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Nestor,

I've tried caling you......


Call me when you get a chance

Jorge

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Lowered asking price to $4500 OBO.

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Nestor if I did not have a boat already we would be talking about yours.

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Thanks buddy! Hopefully she'll be adopted soon. ;)

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OK, how about $4000? I'm listing her on The Boat Trader this week. :(

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Hi,

So sorry to see that you're selling your 70 boat...!
She looks great and I know you've got her well equipped...
and such a great price too (she's worth more!)
If I believed in the four-boat-theory, then I'd nab her for myself!
Hope you find a good home for her soon.

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Thanks buddy! I just don't want to see her deteriorate too much under the sun before someone adopts her.

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Still trying to get her adopted guys, remember the OBO part! Also posted on Miami Craigslist> http://miami.craigslist.org/boa/261370727.html

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Just put her on eBay for auction! [img]/forum/images/graemlins/tongue.gif[/img]

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Can't beleive it still for sale!!

Its a real nice boat that with new power would make someone a happy owner

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This is definitely NOT the time to be selling a boat! Not even the "OBO" is bringing in any offers.:(

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Well, either the boat market hit rock bottom or I'm asking too much for her. I'm asking $3200 OBO, what do you guys think? :D

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Nestor, We feel the boat pinch during the winter months in Florida as well. The price is low even with the engine trouble.
Your boat is about as nice as they come. Soon as we get
into a decent weather pattern, it will GO!
See ya, Ken

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Bump.

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NESTOR THIS WHAT YOU WANT?
http://www.gandsmarine.com/boatsfors...es/Bertram.JPG

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Well, at the risk of sounding like a traitor, my dream has always been either a Bertram 26 like this one with fold down arch and twin 240 hp Mazda Rotary engines:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...ailer_strn.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2.../1660009_2.jpg

or a Bertram 25 like this one with twin Volvo D3 190 hp diesels:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2.../1573081_1.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...orpr/j13la.jpg

My family had a 25 in the late 70's and it's a fantastic boat, big enough to handle just about anything and still trailerable, especially since I enjoy all aspects of the boating life, not just the fishing:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...Cangrejos4.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...r/Uztakia2.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...Cangrejos5.jpg

These were taken in 1977 Blue Marlin fishing about 10 miles north of San Juan, Puerto Rico in the Cangrejos Yacht Club annual tournament. We came in third with a 418 pounder.

One day I'll have one like it again!

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Nice boats, love the vintage pics. :cool:

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I've been slowly scanning all my old boating pictures in my computer but still have 1000's left!

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Had a nice couple from Key Largo take a look today and seemed very interested, it's very close to what they're looking for. Found a place at the boat show that will send me a brand new engine for $2500, engine & outdrive for $5700. If it doesn't sell soon I guess I'll repower her and then ask for a lot more!

First $3000 takes her!!

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Looks like she is sold on Ebay!!

Good luck on you new purchase .... Seafari's still rule!!

:)

- Nick

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Yay!! Yes, she has been adopted and will be living in Jamaica, NY. The bidder has already given me a deposit so it's a sure thing. He had a Seafari some time ago and wants her back so he made sure he won the bidding. He's coming south this week to pick her up so she'll finally get the care she deserves. Thanks for the support guys! :D

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You sure about that Nick? :rolleyes:

Botapeje - congrats on the sale.

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Scott, i will let you know after some repairs this season.

If she holds together ... :), if not .... Ebay :(

- Nick

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Well, they do!!

Thanks buddy!

Nick, what do you mean if she holds together, having problems?

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Great news Nestor,
What now? Sceptre possibly?
Hope you stick with us, The right one will come along.
See ya, Ken

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Hi Nobones, thanks! As for what's next well, let's see what's available out there. A 23 Sceptre would fit the bill as well as a 25 Seafari! I think most non-project boats have sold already and many of them are beyond my range so I'm now going thru the past For Sale postings here and in the internet to see what I find.