I'm looking to purchase a used 14ft aluminum fishing boat.The boat and trailer were first purchased in 1977.The evinrude motor and mercury electric trolling motor were first purchased in 1979I'm purchasing from the original ownereverything has been garage kept.All that being saidShould I be concerned with the age of the boat? motor? trolling motor? trailer?What would you consider a fair offer for such a boat?
neither one is much for absorbing shockThat is just not what aluminum does, no matter the alloy or the heat treat (T6 for example) Try chrome alloy steel for shock absorptionbut your fork is what absorbs shockand well built front wheels.
You should not be concerned about the age of the boat and motorThe trolling motor maybe okay, but they do not hold up as well, but if it fails while you are out fishing you can still get homeThe trailer should be road worthy - good tires, lights Value for such a package - dependsI would think a fair value would be $1000 to $1500End of the boating/ fishing year makes for good deals, so maybe a little lessGood Luck and Boat Safe !
