Just bought a 1973 18SF

tlant · #1 06-19-2007, 12:14 PM

Hi, great sight and a wealth of info on these great boats. I have just purchased a 1973 18SF in good condition from the original owner. Solid deck, transom, with a new t-top,wiring, gauges, repowered Johnson 150 about 5 years ago with about 200 hrs on the motor but no trailer. I paid $4,500 for the boat and spent another $725.00 for an almost new-galvanized trailer for the boat for a total of $5,225. I guess my question is did I get a good deal or did I over spend on the purchase just wondering what these boats go for in decent running shape. Thanks again for this great site, I will be posting pictures soon.

Snookerd · #2 06-19-2007, 12:28 PM

Jose-
Good job. I have had my 18 since 01 (selling currently)and have seen my share of these boats over the years on CSC. I was into mine for $7500 when I started. The market is softer now, then it was then. You did well. My dad spent 10K on his 18SF in 99.

tlant · #3 06-19-2007, 01:44 PM

thanks for the reply snookerd are you moving up in size and how well did you like your 18. I am looking forward to getting on the water.

Snookerd · #4 06-19-2007, 04:46 PM

Jose-
The 18SF was a ocean/bay boat before term was invented. Drawing just over 12 inches and being able to cut through decent size waves makes it an incredible ride. The 18SF ran well and has served me nicely. I have been to the Keys 3 times with the boat and off Jupiter Inlet last week. I have been off close to 20 miles and wouldn't hesitate to go farther on the right day. I have a bigger family now and want to venture into the Abacos with the 23SF. If I could swing it, I would keep the 18SF.

bunderwood · #5 06-19-2007, 11:28 PM

well I just bought a 1979 20 sf about 2 months ago and paid 5500.00 the deck has some soft spots and the transom feels soild but im pretty sure it needs to be replaced its powered with 88 150 merc and sits on an like new galv. trailer....so I think you did alright congrats on the purchase! My plan is to run the boat as is and start the refurb in october or so!

Blue197320 · #6 06-19-2007, 11:47 PM

wow it seems like i got hosed. i got my 73 for $5500. which came with a aluminum float on with rusted out beams and axels and an 85 150 evinrude that ran very well. first thing i did was put a new trailer under it for $1400.

Snookerd · #7 06-20-2007, 02:35 PM

Blue197320-
Yea, you got taken man...........

Blue197320 · #8 06-20-2007, 07:13 PM

well they wanted $6900 for it so maybe it wasnt so bad.. oh well its mine now anyway