Hey all, just got a couple questions reagarding my grandpa's boat values. See, both of his boats got destroyed during the storm that hit the Ottertail lake area about a month ago. A insurance adjuster came from Tennessee and told him what they would give him for each boat and motor, and I'm positive they are low ball estimates, but I don't really have any proof of what they're worth, so I need both ideas as to how to prove what they're worth, and wouldn't mind gettting expert advice as to what you think they're worth.
The 1st boat that got totaled is a 16' 1986 Lund Predator with a 86 Mercury classic 50. Probably 150 hrs on the motor. Boat didn't have a scratch on it, it was waxed every spring, and was stored on a lift well above the water line for the life of the boat. Basically a brand new boat, no signs of soft spots on floor, carpet was still bright red. The motor (electric start) trolled down great, literally looked as if it just came out of the crate, rich black color, shiny.
So, what would this boat and motor be worth?
2nd Boat:
1986 Glastron Fiberglass 16 ft with 86 Evinrude 90 hp with power tilt and trim. Again, very low hours, stored in covered lift, and garage in the winters. Slight fading of exterior, but I tried some rubbing compound and took the oxidation right off. Carpet, vinyl seats/cushions, all in great shape. Motor ran like a dream- did 47 mph gps. Prop didn't even have paint removed from the edges.
Both of these boats have been in garage storage from September to April for the life of the boats, and probabably averaged 10 hours each year on the water.
So, I guess I'm asking what you all think these boats are worth. I have a pretty good idea, but want your input to get an overall average of estimations.
I just figured that it is easy enough to just get a 3 bank so when the boat is not in use I can keep all 3 batteries charged. I have not bough a charger yet, maybe I will give it some more thought.
Edit: After thinking this over, with the size, weight, and heat output of the charger (as well as the cost) I think it makes sense to just
buy a 2 bank charger, I have a smaller charger i can use on the starting battery when the boat is sitting at home. Forgive me, for i am a retired engineer and I have to obsess over everything...
Congrats on the motor! I think you’ll like it.
I can’t say much on the charger location but I’ve seen them under the lid in back compartments and under center rod lockers. 160 degrees is more than I expected to hear.
Curious why you’re opting for a 3 bank charger with a 24V trolling motor. Unless you don’t feel you be running you big motor enough to keep that battery up as well?
I did buy an Minnkota Ulterra, thanks for the recommendations. I had a bunch of Cabela"s bucks saved up, which helped. Now i need to
get an onboard battery charger. Where do you guys mount these things in your boat? The manufacturer I am looking at {Noco genius)
says tht their 3-bank charger will run at 160 degrees, seems like a lot of heat in an enclosed compartment? Thanks for any input on this.
Wasn't terrible at a state park beach. Antelope island maybe. I wouldn't recommend it as a beach destination tho. Figured I was there, I'm getting in it.
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Hey all, just got a couple questions reagarding my grandpa's boat values. See, both of his boats got destroyed during the storm that hit the Ottertail lake area about a month ago. A insurance adjuster came from Tennessee and told him what they would give him for each boat and motor, and I'm positive they are low ball estimates, but I don't really have any proof of what they're worth, so I need both ideas as to how to prove what they're worth, and wouldn't mind gettting expert advice as to what you think they're worth.
The 1st boat that got totaled is a 16' 1986 Lund Predator with a 86 Mercury classic 50. Probably 150 hrs on the motor. Boat didn't have a scratch on it, it was waxed every spring, and was stored on a lift well above the water line for the life of the boat. Basically a brand new boat, no signs of soft spots on floor, carpet was still bright red. The motor (electric start) trolled down great, literally looked as if it just came out of the crate, rich black color, shiny.
So, what would this boat and motor be worth?
2nd Boat:
1986 Glastron Fiberglass 16 ft with 86 Evinrude 90 hp with power tilt and trim. Again, very low hours, stored in covered lift, and garage in the winters. Slight fading of exterior, but I tried some rubbing compound and took the oxidation right off. Carpet, vinyl seats/cushions, all in great shape. Motor ran like a dream- did 47 mph gps. Prop didn't even have paint removed from the edges.
Both of these boats have been in garage storage from September to April for the life of the boats, and probabably averaged 10 hours each year on the water.
So, I guess I'm asking what you all think these boats are worth. I have a pretty good idea, but want your input to get an overall average of estimations.
Thanks for the Reply's!
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