Re: Overpriced/ Opinions
Well, lets think about that...
If you add up what it will cost to get a "project" boat to that stage, it's a deal.
I'm currently selling an 18' CC SeaCraft that I won't be able to get a fraction of my money out of, but that is how restoring boats seems to work.
Say you buy a true beater that is in need of everything but you get a "great deal" on it and pay $2000 for a 23' hull.
Here's just some of the numbers that will add up:
trailer - $2,000.....minimum
engine - $14,000
t-top - $2,500
hull - $2000 (not real likely!)
steering wheel (decent) - $200
hydraulic steering - well, you get the idea
vhf (low end) - $200
leaning post - $500
gas tank - $6-10/gallon
bracket/closed transom - $3000
etc
etc
etc
From the viewpoint of someone who is contemplating the "project" route done by a professional, a well restored boat is worth the money, be it before, during, or after.
If you did ALL the work yourself you may be able to equal this price, but you would probably have a hard time beating it.
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