Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos

Posted by codeflow on 08/29/15 - 2:25 PM

I'm looking at a 1971 Nauset. The boat appears to be in good condition, but none of the interior is original. It all appears custom/homemade. The asking price is $5800. The outboard is a 1989 Evinrude 90. Located in inland northwest, so has likely been freshwater for the recent history.

I would hope to bring some of the interior back up to BW standards. Not necessarily a correct restoration.

Any major concerns? What would be considered a fair offer?

It's a few hundred miles away from me, so I have not been able to get my eyes on it, and I am not sure it is worth the trip yet.

Pics linked below ...

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/2...auset1.jpg
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/2...auset2.jpg
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/2...auset3.jpg
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/2...auset4.JPG
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/2...auset5.JPG
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/2...auset6.JPG

Thanks for any input.

Posted by Phil T on 08/30/15 - 8:33 AM

Given it's non-standard interior, it is not a Nauset, rather a 16 Custom.

Given photos, I would pay close attention to the hull and any damage, holes and cracks to allow water seepage.

Is there a trailer?

I would be aggressive in negotiating.

Posted by mtown on 08/30/15 - 10:40 AM

Price seems high by maybe $1000, totally depends on engine. I like the rear bench seat, but keep anyone that weighs over 75# from sitting there while underway. It will kill the ride angle.
I own a 1964 and 1966 of this boat and love them. They are great in coastal bays and the ocean but they will beat you in short chop of a large bay, in my case the Chesapeake.