Boat....what you guys think about this deal?

[jhale2004]

Its a 2004 Pro Team 175 with 50HP ELPTO. 70 yr old man bought to fish with his brother but he passed away and he said he never did fish again. Only took it out to ride once in a while. Says less than 10 hrs on the motor and the trolling motor was never even used. 2 fish finders, new ship to shore radio plus all the standard stuff for this boat. Came down from 9k to 6200. Sound fair?



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[quackrstackr]

The motor is on the low end of the hp scale for a boat like that but I would say that's a good deal for what you are getting.

That's a nice rig.

Have you priced a new one lately? $$$$$$$$$

How wide is that boat? It looks kind of narrow but that may be an optical illusion from oversized seats.

[jhale2004]

The motor is on the low end of the hp scale for a boat like that but I would say that's a good deal for what you are getting.

That's a nice rig.

Have you priced a new one lately? $$$$$$$$$

How wide is that boat? It looks kind of narrow but that may be an optical illusion from oversized seats.
The same boat new is 14,500. It should still go about 30-32mph with the 50 on it. Here is specs from Tracker.
Length17' 10'' Beam89" Transom Height22" Bottom Width60" Max. Recommended HP75 HP Max. Person Capacity4 Persons Max. Person Weight560 Lbs. Max. Weight Capacity 1050 Lbs. Hull Material0.100 5052 Marine Alloy Weight (approx.)943 Lbs. Fuel Capacity21 Gallons Pkg Length w/ Swing-Away19' Package Width7' 9'' Package Weight (approx.)1618 Lbs.

[quackrstackr]

I figured that it must have been the oversized seats. That's pretty wide for a 17' boat of that style.

It's a dang site cheaper than the one I just bought, I can tell you that.

What are the decks made out of, aluminum or wood? It's an all welded hull, so that's a plus.

[jhale2004]

Decks are all aluminum. I keep sitting here and drooling over it lol. :D

[mrdux]

Sounds like a good deal. I hope you didn't take too long to think it over.

[mcdenney]

What's the blue book value? That would help you determine if it is a good deal or not. Also, do some research on the net for the same setup and see what the going rate is. Looks like a sharp boat. You might be concerned when it was used last and whether the motor would be gummed up. If not properly stored or maintained that can be expensive to fix.

[jhale2004]

I looked up NADA and It was a little over 6500 I think. But I have seen similiar ones on the net seeling for 8k+ and 06's 07's selling for 11k or so still. Plus the boat is in Columbus and he was willing to help with the drive.

[huntmadd]

I think if I was looking for a fishing boat or trolling fishing boat I would buy it.

[CscottsSS]

Looks like a good deal to me, are you replacing your current boat with it?

[jhale2004]

Looks like a good deal to me, are you replacing your current boat with it?

Yep :) He said he would hold this one for me.

[etownhunter]

i had a 17 1/2' G3 with a 70 and it only went 42mph.... i wanted more motor...

[jhale2004]

i had a 17 1/2' G3 with a 70 and it only went 42mph.... i wanted more motor...

The one I have now is a 40 and it only does about 28-30 and it is fine for me. Im sure this one will be fine also as far as speed goes.

[Mepperson]

I have almost the exact setup only gray in color. My 50 hp will push 32 if trimmed right. It's as fast as I need to go. It is a very good boat, depending on what you want to do. If you crappie fish with long poles the storage of rods may become a problem because the rod box is kinda short. I wish there was a live well in the front, but that's okay, I can walk a few steps to get to it. I just catch so darn many it wears me out :D!

[jhale2004]

I have almost the exact setup only gray in color. My 50 hp will push 32 if trimmed right. It's as fast as I need to go. It is a very good boat, depending on what you want to do. If you crappie fish with long poles the storage of rods may become a problem because the rod box is kinda short. I wish there was a live well in the front, but that's okay, I can walk a few steps to get to it. I just catch so darn many it wears me out :D!

Glad you like it, what model is yours?

[timber_wolf16]

you better take that deal they dont come along very ofetn lmao

[Mepperson]

Glad you like it, what model is yours?

I think mine is an 05. Funny how I can't remember, it might be an 03 or 04. Regardless, they haven't changed much. It's well worth the asking price because it is a boat you'll have for a long time. If it comes with the Lowrance depth finder, they suck. I put a nice Humminbird on the trolling motor that I like much better. Good luck.

[thunderchicken09]

We got the Crappie series boat that is just like that one. Ours is only a 40 and it almost hits 30 but not quite but we dont need to go fast anyways. I know its easy on gas tho:) and its good to fish out of. Ive caught plenty off it:D

[MsgMills]

I'll tell you what...Now that is a deal and a half.....Just hope someone who has the money in hand don't stop by and buy it out from under you.... That's a fine looking boat and all the motor you'll ever need these days at the gas rates of today......

[jhale2004]

Going to pick her up Tuesday afternoon and take her for a spin. Cant wait! :D:D:D

[jhale2004]

picked her up last night. Looks like it came out of the showroom, glad I didnt drag my feet on this one!

[Double T]

That's a really nice looking boat.

I think you made a wise decision.

[kmtpr]

Nice boat, good luck with her!! ;)

[aceoky]

picked her up last night. Looks like it came out of the showroom, glad I didnt drag my feet on this one!


Where is the "test report" :D (complete with fish in the live well)

Seriously though......

Congratulations, on a VERY nice boat!

[jhale2004]

Test report was good. Its just as a new one should be. Looks like it was just pulled home from the dealer. Man does she purrr like a kitten.

[jhale2004]

Here is some better pics of her. Caught several cats the other day but this guy was the biggest. A couple 10-12 inch laremouths too.


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[aceoky]

That's Awesome! Glad it "tested great", and super pictures too!