Shopping for used boat

Dave R · 07-31-2015, 11:42 AM

August is a great time to start looking, IMO. Be patient and choose a lovingly maintained cream-puff.

Consider expanding your search to the Great Lakes (including upstate NY) area if you have not already done so. There are a lot of great fresh water boats that are only 1 to 2 days drive away. Buying one 1000 miles from home can be a fun adventure/vacation opportunity. I bought my current boat in Indiana in 2005 (I was looking for a somewhat rare boat with rare options) and my current truck in Colorado earlier this year (I wanted an older truck with no rust). Bringing them home was fun, both times. That said, I LOVE a road trip/adventure and am the sort that will start a 1500 mile trip on a moment's notice...

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07-31-2015, 11:42 AM	#5
Dave R Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 2,985 Thanks: 246 Thanked 744 Times in 444 Posts	August is a great time to start looking, IMO. Be patient and choose a lovingly maintained cream-puff. Consider expanding your search to the Great Lakes (including upstate NY) area if you have not already done so. There are a lot of great fresh water boats that are only 1 to 2 days drive away. Buying one 1000 miles from home can be a fun adventure/vacation opportunity. I bought my current boat in Indiana in 2005 (I was looking for a somewhat rare boat with rare options) and my current truck in Colorado earlier this year (I wanted an older truck with no rust). Bringing them home was fun, both times. That said, I LOVE a road trip/adventure and am the sort that will start a 1500 mile trip on a moment's notice...