Classic 1974 SF 20’ Sea Craft for sale

[bigbfitz]

Transom needs inspection, it appears solid but it has the wood core and has been around for a while in the water.

Can anyone give me a ballpark idea of what it would cost if examination proved that in fact the transom did need replacement? I am in Boston and am always flirting on and off with getting a boat. This one seems to have very good mojo and the price is appealing. Thanks and tight lines, Bob

[dcobbett]

bigbfitz,

I'm in MA and am in the middle of redoing the transom on my 1976, 20' SF right now. I figure it will cost me about $500-$600 in materials if I use epoxy and plywood, add another $300 +/- if I use a composite material. Just for reference, I called a Boston area firm that restores a lot of SeaCrafts and, sight unseen, they suggested I budget $3,500 to have them do the work. While I haven't checked, I'd guess there are a lot of options fall between that budget estimate and my estimated cost (just materials).

[bigbfitz]

dcobbett, thanks that is just the kind of info I am interested in. I need to do some checking with the Minister of Finances at my house, (lets hope she's in a good mood) but this seems like a great deal. Bob

[samuelcooper]

Sounds like the boat I'm looking for but you are in MA (I think) and I am in SC! Is it still for sale?

[MassBass]

Sonny,
You are quite correct, the boat is in MA. And, she is still for sale. If there was something I could do to teleport the boat.....

[phil82]

MASSBASS,

Is the boat still for sale? I can see the foam in the water, you must be neer the Cape. I'm making a trip to Nauset Inlet(Orleans,MA) this weekend and want to look at your boat. Thanks

Phil

[MassBass]

Yes Phil, she is still for sale. Actually we are on the North Shore, closer to the NH boarder. Its not exactly a direct line to the cape from Worcester, but it's worth the dive. Let me know if you have any questions.

[MassBass]

I've had 2 people look at the boat, both had similar comments. The transom needs replacement. The hull is in good condition otherwise and is a great candidate for a project. The other comment is the motor corrosion is serious and the motor should be replaced. Can’t get much more honest than that. Given this I will reduce the again to $3,500 or BO. The boat is in Massachusetts on the north shore.

[MassBass]

Come on guys, someone must be interested in a project. Any interested takers?

[MassBass]

Sold.......
Thanks All