23 seacraft's
 

Looking to make a trip up north to check out these two boats what do you guys think about em? I'm leaning towards the 85 (newer motor) but really want apotter built boat.
85
73

Re: 23 seacraft's
 

Good luck! I may be heading north one of these days myself when I find a good deal.

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If you find a boat I know where a NEW '03 225 with 6.5 yrs warrenty can be had for 12,500, just FYI, say 4K for a hull =16,500,if it has a motor just pay what you can sell it for just a thought.

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I want to buy the '73 but I don't know about the motor yet its a '96 225 merc ?hrs. I might try to sell it and buy new just can't make up my mind.

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IMHO, get the boat you want. If you keep it long enough you'll change motors several times. They don't last near as long as a hull.

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Hardhead,
I live about 3 miles from Millway - perhaps I can be of some assistance - let me know.
Chuck

Re: 23 seacraft's
 

I would appreciate that if you have the time to take a quick look at that 73 it would save me a 7 hour drive.
Joe

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Sent you a PM

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I called on the '73 a while back. He said transom had been done over but the deck(s) may need to be replaced. I never went to look at the boat but that was a while ago.

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I looked at the 85 not the 73 down at Millway. The 85 is in really good shape. The transome is solid it has nice bow cushions and a sweet leaning post. The decks had a couple of soft spots and the boat needed a few cosmetic upgrades like the console trim. But all in all it was a nice boat. i almost bought it but found a better deal instead. Dana is the guy you want to look for over there.