$2,600
New York, New York
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1984 Steigercraft 18’ Fishing Boat with Center Console, Outboard Motor & Trailer This offer is for 3 items; the boat, the trailer and the outboard motor. All realistic offers will be considered. Note: This boat is not for the beginner or novice boat owner! NO Bartering - I want to sell ONLY!!! Absolutely No Bids from outside of the Continental USA. The boat is a 1984 Steigercraft 18 ft Fishing Boat with center console. Included is an Evinrude 88 HP Outboard Motor and an EZ Loader Trailer. The fiberglass reinforced plywood deck is in need of repair. The wood, which is not visible is located under the deck and is what needs replacing. This was the last year wood was used for decks by Steigercraft. The bottom of the boat has never been painted. There are lights on the trailer. The 1997 Evinrude 88 Special, 90 HP Engine, Outboard Motor engine was running when the boat was last used. The motor has not been started and cannot be started because it was winterized and if I start it, I would have to again re-winterize it. In response to a question I received since posting this item, as to what is in the bow; if you take a look at the pictures on my listing, you can see the following: the bow rail which is attached to the fiberglass platform. This platform is about 30 inches deep. Underneath that is a space which appears in the photo as a dark area, this is about 1 foot of space between the platform and the anchor box which is about 10 inches higher than the deck and it has a door to the anchor storage area. We have always used this as a seat to weight the boat but it is not padded and we would put multiple towels to cushion. The anchor storage can hold upwards of 800 feet of 1/2 inch rope. I would like to add that if you are going to check out any pricing web sites, keep this in mind: the boats that are listed on these sites is stripped down to the boat only, no extras. I have extras on my boat; stainless steel rail, deluxe console, cleat package, stainless steel rod holders, the estimate for the trailer and the motor have to be evaluated separately, then added to the boat estimate. These sites do not take into consideration the 3 item package. I have more pictures - I will send them to you. If you still need more you will have to be specific as to what else you want me to photograph. I have no problem sending as many pictures as you would like to see. Please let me know what you want to see more of. I can send 5 pictures at one time in a message response. My reasoning is that I will not pay extra to Ebay to post pictures. I strongly suggest that you view the boat prior to making any monetary offers. Thank you for looking! I am going to include questions and answers, so they are not duplicated. Question #1 When was the motor winterized or when was it last run? Answer #1 About three years. Question #2 What do you mean that the engine has been winterized? Has it been flushed of gas and marine ethanol stabilizer been added to the fuel tank and lines? What does it cost to have it re-winterized? I asking because it is key to know whether or not the engine runs. Also does it leak at all or has the deck damage been done because its not covered? Finally does it have a clean title? Answer #2 Winterizing is when all the gas is removed by running it, till the engine stops. Then the spark plugs are removed and the engine is sprayed with a lubricant and oil mixture. Then the spark plugs are loosely returned to their holes and the engine is manually turned a few times and left alone so the oil is distributed to all parts of the cylinders. There is no fuel tank, I have three 6 Gallon gas tanks. I am NOT starting it up - but it would cost about $150.00 if it was to be done. Next - part of your question regarding the deck - it is in need of replacement due to the age of the boat. These things wear out. Finally - it does not have a title because boats that are longer than 14 feet that have an engine and are manufactured prior to 1987 - DO NOT REQUIRE A TITLE - ONLY REGISTRATION Hope this answers all your questions. Question #3 Without knowing if the engine works... the boat is just a hull. Buying used stuff is tricky and I would have to know that the engine ran. NOT interested unless it could be started or checked by a marina in some way. I was going to suggest that I pay for the wintering or split it. Answer #3 In the description, I have also said I would consider selling just the boat and the trailer. If you were really interested in the boat and trailer, you could buy a motor somewhere else. This boat is really not for a beginner. I will state it again, this is for someone who is experienced with do-it-yourself handyman repair. It is a great deal, for the right buyer. Question #4 I am a general contractor and have been for 15 years ...so the wood deck and minor things of this sort don't scare me. We already have a boat and have had it for 8 years.. do you have any idea how much the 88 is worth running? I need to do some research as to what a motor would cost to put on that boat...If that one doesn't run. It is a great motor for that boat. The hull and trailer look good.. How low are you willing to go? 2400? Is it still for sale. could you give me a direct email? Answer #4 The 88 is worth what someone is willing to pay. What I am asking for the MOTOR ONLY – WITHOUT THE BOAT OR TRAILER, is $850.00. I would be willing to sell the BOAT, and the TRAILER, together WITHOUT THE MOTOR, for $2400.00. I can not supply you with a direct email, I will respond to communications through ebay. Question #5 hola soy de puerto rico el costo de enviarlo para pr es costoso le ofresco 2,000 y bpy y lo compro dejeme saber Answer #5 I don't speak Spanish and this is only local pick up Question #6 Can you take more photos? You are asking for an outright sale without being able to see what is being sold. Come on... The digital photos cost nothing. If you want the boat to sell, put up more photos. Answer #6 The pictures are only to give a basic idea of the boats appearance, they are NOT the total selling tool. If a party is seriously interested in buying my boat, they would schedule an appointment to inspect the merchandise. I really feel that I have photographed the boat as well as can be. I would expect a perspective buyer would not base a purchase on pictures solely, Anyway, I wouldn't feel comfortable with someone making a blind purchase. So contact me for an appointment if you are interested. Question #7 What is the model number of the motor? The color of the hood does not appear to be 1997 vintage. Looks like a mid 80's. Answer #7 I don't know the model number. I bought the motor new myself replacing an older motor I had, which was also an Evinrude. Question #8 I would like to come look at the boat and run the engine. if the engine runs and the compression checks out I will buy it. if it is not to my satisfaction I will winterize the boat at my cost. I am a boat mechanic in Delaware and can come up tomorrow morning. Answer #8 You are welcome to come and view the boat. I do not want to run the engine - as I said before - It was running when I last used it. Please call me to discuss an appointment to view. My daughter is fielding the calls for me. 1-347-525-0406 her name is Diane. She can schedule an appointment for me. It cannot be run because the cables are frozen, the trailer needs air in the tires and where the engine is, it can not be accessed as such. There-by rendering it difficult to move. I am very honest about all aspects of this package. I have no qualms about supplying any info you need. Question #9 will give you 1200 as is for the package. Answer #9 I very much appreciate offers, even when it is $800.00 less than my last offer, which I turned down. Have a nice day.
