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| Author: | Bishop435 [ Tue Sep 23, 2014 1:25 pm ] |
| Post subject: | 1980's Hobie 16 - Good Deal? - New Question |
I am currently in the process of for a used Hobie 16 that I can use to sail and possibly race (Probably not). I have found this one that the seller says has all the rigging and he sailed it earlier this season. He doesn't know too much about Hobie cats so I am wondering if this is a good deal or not. Also I will just mention my total budget for getting a sailing ready boat is $1,500. The seller claims the following: - He has 2 sets of sails - I have pictures of one of the sets - All rigging is in place and ready to be used - May or may not have trapeze wires - No rips or tears in the sails You can see some pictures on the craigslist ad: http://delaware.craigslist.org/boa/4673081725.html Here are the sail pictures: http://i.imgur.com/UfYBTRS.jpg, http://i.imgur.com/MwEDgRW.jpg I know to look for soft spots and to thoroughly examine the boat when looking at it. So is this a good deal? Should I meet the person to see the boat? And lastly what should I pay for this boat? |
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| Author: | turbofan [ Tue Sep 23, 2014 3:32 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1980's Hobie 16 - Good Deal? |
The pix aren't that great, but it appears to be a relatively clean boat circa early 80's. Definitely worth a look, but in my opinion, $1500 is a little steep. At the very least, should you purchase, figure on a new tramp (the colored ones can get pretty brittle, and that orange is likely original) and new standing rigging. If you plan on racing, hold out for a newer boat! Dave |
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| Author: | gino [ Tue Sep 23, 2014 4:09 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1980's Hobie 16 - Good Deal? |
talk him down. 1500 is too much for that boat. you can find better deals, if he doesnt deal. go look at it. |
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| Author: | Bishop435 [ Tue Sep 23, 2014 4:45 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1980's Hobie 16 - Good Deal? |
What should I look to spend for it? I have already messaged him a few times and he would be comfortable with $1,000. Would that be a fair price? |
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