Baller skimtb Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 Ski buddy is having a hard time finding a boat. Has looked at handful of boats, most of which have a unique story to be told over beers... Anyone know of anything not on ski it again or elsewhere that may be available? Target price is $15k, could maybe get to $20k for right boat. Stargazer is desired, so with it is good, or without for less $$ ok too. Needs decent trailer. And not a project boat. Doesn’t seem like tall list, but then again... Have been looking 97+ nautiques and malibus mainly. Preferring nautique. Some of the malibus are really loud and we ski early am on public lake In close to houses. Prefer close to SE Michigan but can drive some for good boat. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BraceMaker Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 Action gets nice boats in trade always worth dropping them a call same with the other dealerships over there. i bet they have a few people who are nibbling on a trade in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller vtmecheng Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 Boat sale for new owners have been at record numbers this year. Therefore, boats sold fast and at higher than normal prices. It isn't surprising that your friend is having a hard time. There are boats out there, especially closed now versions, but he will need to be willing to drive for many of them. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ MISkier Posted July 8, 2020 Baller_ Share Posted July 8, 2020 Did you see this one in Fenton? https://www.silverspraysports.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=9126472&p=1&s=Year&d=D&t=preowned&fr=xPreOwnedInventory The worst slalom equipment I own is between my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ALPJr Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 Nice boat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andre Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 296 hrs on a 96.One owner. Some peoples don't use their boat much... Nice GT-40 too! Not a TSC1 but still a nice wake. My ski finish in 16.95 but my ass is out of tolerance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller bananaron Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 @skimtb Boats are more expensive this summer and there are fewer really good boats.However I think you need to travel a longer distance to get the boat you want.Road trips are great and you will get what you want at a good price.I buy PRISTINE boats at wholesale prices......If you need help contact me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller WoodySkier Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 https://www.onlyinboards.com/2002-Correct-Craft-Ski-Nautique-for-sale-Oakland-Maryland-98616.aspx A little bit of a drive but looks like a nice boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BraceMaker Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 No pictures and just above your top limit - https://www.ski-it-again.com/php/skiitagain.php?endless=summer&topic=Search&category=Boat_3Event&postid=54055 But sometimes no pictures means no one calling - you might be able to wrangle that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ MISkier Posted July 8, 2020 Baller_ Share Posted July 8, 2020 @BraceMaker, read the comment on that ad. He's keeping the boat and just hasn't removed the ad. I saw that one back when it had pictures. It was a beautiful boat and I thought it was priced right. I think you can even convert a 2007 Malibu to ZO. I know the LXi could be done and I think the LX had the same setup. The worst slalom equipment I own is between my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skimtb Posted July 8, 2020 Author Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 Thanks guys. Not sure if he has called local dealers. The ‘96 would be spot on if it was a ‘97. Thinking the 14-28 off 30-34 mph wake will be way better on ‘97. The 02 is interesting too if not saltwater... Keep it coming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Wayne Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 @skimtb there is what looks to be a nice 2004 Response LXI on the Michigan Boats for Sale Facebook group for $16k. Under 900 hours in Harrison, MI. https://www.facebook.com/groups/245676212293914?view=permalink&id=1310572502470941 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BraceMaker Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 @MISkier what a tease. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skimtb Posted July 8, 2020 Author Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 Anyone have experience w the 97-01? nautique with the 5.0 liter vs the 5.7? Assume it’s ok or would not have been option. 30-34mph skiers but 1800-1900 foot course so not super long setup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andre Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 @skimtb Is that a Ford or GM 5.0 in those years ? My ski finish in 16.95 but my ass is out of tolerance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skimtb Posted July 8, 2020 Author Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 GT40 so Ford. 275Hp I think. Was the 5.8 310 HP? 32 off skiers probably would be max skier “load”. Maybe into -35? Will add / run stargazer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andre Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 More of a MC guy so not sure about Ford engine options in those years in a CC. The Nautique experts will chime in soon... My ski finish in 16.95 but my ass is out of tolerance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller UWSkier Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 That boat @Wayne posted is your answer if it has the Monsoon and isn't trashed. That's an outstandingly good price for that boat. Wakes every bit as good as the Nautiques and great tracking. You can quiet those down nicely with $50 bucks worth of hardware from Home Depot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Sethro Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 @skimtb I’ve skied a 97 Ski Nautique with the 5.0 liter 275hp engine before. 2000 foot long course at 34mph and no issues. And I’m a pretty big guy. I would sell my PRISTINE (as @bananaron would say) 98 echelon for considerably less than that. I just need to convince my wife to agree we need a new boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Wayne Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 The boat in the link I posted has the non-catalyst Monsoon. I recognize it by the intake manifold and exhaust risers. If it’s as nice as the pictures look, I’d agree that’s a tough one to pass if I was looking for a boat right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 6balls Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 @Wayne and @UWSkier no kidding for asking $16K? Lotta 2004 boat right there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller B_S Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 One of my neighbors has a '96 Nautique 176 with 325 hours in great shape for $8500. Smaller boat, great wakes. Fenton area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller RAWSki Posted July 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 8, 2020 We used to have 5L SN on the lake. Worked fine up to 34 with adequate room. Very quiet. I always chuckled to myself when I skied behind it it..... Couldn't even hear the engine at the end of the rope just the the rush of wind past my ears (and perhaps swirling in my skull). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller foxriverat Posted July 9, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 9, 2020 You better hurry up on that LXI for that price before @bananaron buys it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller vtmecheng Posted July 9, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 9, 2020 @skimtb The 5.0 wasn't a GT40. The GT40 is a 5.8. I think stock 5.0 had around 270 hp but less torque. The 5.8 HO has a touch more HP but a lot more torque. The GT40 is the 5.8 but with different heads and fuel injection, meaning over 300 HP with a lot of torque. One issue with the GT40 is that the computer can crap out and that isn't easy to find. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller UWSkier Posted July 9, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 9, 2020 @Wayne good call on the monsoon. I didn't see the additional photos he put in the comments. Some of the vinyl is a bit rough on the dash and observer seat, but the price more than accounts for that. That's a 23k boat in this market IMO. Unless it's way trashed and the photos simply don't show that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Wayne Posted July 9, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 9, 2020 @UWSkier i had to go back and look, now I see some blemishes but the right person might be able to dress those spots with some work. In person viewing would tell more but I think it checked all the boxes for the OP. I’m addicted to watching the Michigan Boats for Sale Facebook group and good stuff pops up there unexpectedly all the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jjackkrash Posted July 9, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 9, 2020 I agree on the LXI. If the skins are bad save up and find someone good and get them re-done down the road. I think $4k for all new vinyl plus labor (on the outside, assuming the skins are trashed) plus some gel-coat buffing would get you a new looking great ski boat (assuming its mechanically sound). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Wayne Posted July 9, 2020 Baller Share Posted July 9, 2020 How about something more classic in a Mastercraft? No PP but at $6800 you have plenty of cash to add it. https://www.facebook.com/groups/MichiganBoatsforSale/permalink/1312692085592316/?sale_post_id=1312692085592316 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skimtb Posted July 9, 2020 Author Baller Share Posted July 9, 2020 Thanks again. The response had been on off craigslist for a year or two. I think the interior was shot and he didn’t want to reduce price Appropriately when was inquired last fall. Now it may be closer in line, after 3-5k for interior purchase price seems ok Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCH Posted August 7, 2020 Share Posted August 7, 2020 @skimtb, are you still looking for a boat? I have a ‘99 Ski Nautique 196 CB coming up for sale soon. It is a Navy masters color scheme equipped with the GT40 and Zbox. It has close to 650 hours. I am located in NW Ohio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skimtb Posted August 7, 2020 Author Baller Share Posted August 7, 2020 @jch PM to you. My buddy ended up with major budget change and a 2011 response closed bow. Pulls great runs smooth nice wake. Thanks all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MNshortliner Posted August 7, 2020 Baller Share Posted August 7, 2020 Ahhh? @skimtb We need some pics. I bought a 2012 RCB from the Olivet area last fall. Love the boat and the wake is AWESOME. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skimtb Posted August 7, 2020 Author Baller Share Posted August 7, 2020 It’s nice. Red metalflake and black sides. I’ll see if he is ok for me to post a pic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skimtb Posted August 7, 2020 Author Baller Share Posted August 7, 2020 @MNshortliner The rear sunpad looks weird as the people were digitally removed.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller WoodySkier Posted August 7, 2020 Baller Share Posted August 7, 2020 This one looks pretty nice https://www.onlyinboards.com/1999-Ski-Nautique-open-bow-for-sale-COLUMBUS-Ohio-112926.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ MISkier Posted August 7, 2020 Baller_ Share Posted August 7, 2020 @skimtb, that looks like the old style Response (not the LXi or TXi), correct? If so, those are great boats, ski well, and you could get ZO. Here is my 2009 (LX open bow version). The worst slalom equipment I own is between my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skimtb Posted August 7, 2020 Author Baller Share Posted August 7, 2020 @MISkier pic? Yes it is. Yes ZO. Another pal has a 2014 like this with step over open bow. These Boats are rocket ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ MISkier Posted August 7, 2020 Baller_ Share Posted August 7, 2020 Check again. Got the pic now. And, yes, very fast. The worst slalom equipment I own is between my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MNshortliner Posted August 7, 2020 Baller Share Posted August 7, 2020 If I didn’t know any better I would have guessed that was an early 2000’s model with the thick black stripe and the tribal style graphic. I don’t think those boats changed over the 15+ years of production. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MNshortliner Posted August 7, 2020 Baller Share Posted August 7, 2020 Here is mine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ MISkier Posted August 7, 2020 Baller_ Share Posted August 7, 2020 @MNshortliner, your boat is awesome. The worst slalom equipment I own is between my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skimtb Posted August 7, 2020 Author Baller Share Posted August 7, 2020 @MNshortliner Looks nice. Does your ‘12 not have the rear sunpad locker thing? What is there? Would be nice to not have to jimmy over that all the time. Unless you like the sunpad. Then it’s nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MNshortliner Posted August 7, 2020 Baller Share Posted August 7, 2020 I took it out. I also hated stepping over it. There is just beautiful open floor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller DavidN Posted August 7, 2020 Baller Share Posted August 7, 2020 Pics like these make me miss my 2010 a little bit. :'( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller DavidN Posted August 7, 2020 Baller Share Posted August 7, 2020 @MNshortliner Where did you relocate your gas tank to? Boat sits incredibly high in the water, bet the slalom wake is nearly non-existent. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MNshortliner Posted August 7, 2020 Baller Share Posted August 7, 2020 @MISkier thanks I love it. I put a 13 gallon tank in the nose. The wake is great. The ski doesn’t bounce much at all during crossing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skimtb Posted August 8, 2020 Author Baller Share Posted August 8, 2020 @MNshortliner Genius. Any pics of the rear? So it’s like a Prostar now? Wide open? Cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller escmanaze Posted August 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted August 8, 2020 @MNshortliner Alright dude, we need some videos with that relocated gas tank. I wanna see you do something like this. That is really something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MNshortliner Posted August 8, 2020 Baller Share Posted August 8, 2020 I’ve been meaning to do a thread on what/ how I did, just haven’t gotten around to do it. I upgraded from a ‘96 Prostar but the Prostar’s wake was better than my new Malibu’s wake at 28 mph. @skimtb it is a 17” step over the back wall to the platform. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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