First time boat buyer,would appreciate opinions on purchase price
and volvo penta /cobra outdrive verses Mercruiser.
1996 Glastron Fish/Ski 18 1/2 ft. 140 hp i/o volvo penta
depth & fish finder, trolling motor, 9500 obo.

That's about the price of a brand new 18' Bayliner.
Jim
"Larry Crowe" wrote in message
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First time boat buyer,would appreciate opinions on purchase price
and volvo penta /cobra outdrive verses Mercruiser.
1996 Glastron Fish/Ski 18 1/2 ft. 140 hp i/o volvo penta
depth & fish finder, trolling motor, 9500 obo.

too high
you can get a number of new boats with 4 bangers for that price or not much
more.
there is a boat blue book you night want to consult before buying anything.

"Larry Crowe" wrote in message
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First time boat buyer,would appreciate opinions on purchase price
and volvo penta /cobra outdrive verses Mercruiser.
1996 Glastron Fish/Ski 18 1/2 ft. 140 hp i/o volvo penta
depth & fish finder, trolling motor, 9500 obo.

Don't buy a 4-cylinder. Period. You will not be happy.

"Larry Crowe" wrote in message
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First time boat buyer,would appreciate opinions on purchase price
and volvo penta /cobra outdrive verses Mercruiser.
1996 Glastron Fish/Ski 18 1/2 ft. 140 hp i/o volvo penta
depth & fish finder, trolling motor, 9500 obo.

On Tue, 09 Dec 2003 22:12:35 GMT, "Geoff 93 RRC"
wrote:

Don't buy a 4-cylinder. Period. You will not be happy.

"Larry Crowe" wrote in message
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First time boat buyer,would appreciate opinions on purchase price
and volvo penta /cobra outdrive verses Mercruiser.
1996 Glastron Fish/Ski 18 1/2 ft. 140 hp i/o volvo penta
depth & fish finder, trolling motor, 9500 obo.


I agree. I have a 18.5' Reinell with the V-P 4.3GL/Cobra SX combo.
Aside from a pesky fuel pump relay, the engine/outdrive have been
fantastic and rock solid. However, for that size of boat I am very
glad I have the V-6. I rode in a 4 Cyl model and it seemed to really
lack power.

I have no problem pulling a full sized adult even with a loaded boat
(usually there are 4 adults and 2 kids, plus a couple of coolers).

However, if you are mostly using it for fishing and don't need much
power out of the hole, you might be fine with the 4 cyl. For my
family, we definitely couldn't make it with the 4 though.

Hope this helps.

-Jeff

Glastron makes a good product. Regarding the volvo / Merc drive: The
volvo is less expensive to purchase initially. The Volvo's repair parts
cost a lot more. Both will give you good service if you take care of the
components.

Make sure the out drive is in good condition, water pumps are ok, and
bellows, hydraulics and gimbals are good. Insure the drive housing is
not corroded and all the shafts are straight. Get a professional marine
tech to survey the engine, steering and electrical. A lower unit will
cost upwards of $5000.00 if you need a new one installed. $2500 for a
rebuild.

You should have the manifolds and risers replaced before you use the
boat. ($600.)

I think the price is a little high on a 7 year old boat. (soon to be 8
years old.)

Capt. Frank

Larry Crowe wrote:
First time boat buyer,would appreciate opinions on purchase price
and volvo penta /cobra outdrive verses Mercruiser.
1996 Glastron Fish/Ski 18 1/2 ft. 140 hp i/o volvo penta
depth & fish finder, trolling motor, 9500 obo.