curly71 Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 Just sold my 2005 MC Prostar 209 (empty nest and my son was the boarder in the family). I have heard and read lots of good things about the 97-01 Ski Nautiques and it is between that and the 94 MC 190. I loved my 209 but think it may be time to try CC. I live in Virginia (Smith Mountain lake) but am willing to drive for the right boat. I also don't need a trailer as I still have my MC trailer. If anyone knows of a good solid low hour boat, please reply Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Santa Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 Hey, Ski Nautiques from these years are absolutely amazing and will keep you happy for a long time. They really feel solid, they have a great wake (or lack thereof), they need very little maintenance and they are very quiet compared to other boats, a big plus for those early morning runs. Keep looking, eventually something good will come up. Keep a close eye on sites like Onlyinboards, and don't forget to browse local ads. Also check out PlanetNautique and CorrectCraftFan. I just found my '99 SN on a local ad and it only had 350 hours and was garage kept all it's life. It's like brand new. Good Luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curly71 Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 Sweet, hope to find one like that! what did it run you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Santa Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 Around 16K Canadian! Including trailer. I stole it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Santa Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 Hey, try this one: http://www.boats4sale.pro/detail/us/nUnFCUUHPOnCHeUenmUH/Correct-Craft-2001-Ski-Nautique-Immaculate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aupatking Posted May 24, 2015 Baller Share Posted May 24, 2015 $10,500, original owner, garage kept. 542 hours. Sounds too good to be true. http://mobile.craigslist.org/boa/5031609278.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller bassfooter Posted May 24, 2015 Baller Share Posted May 24, 2015 @curly71 - I've spent several years taking care of both a '94 Prostar 190 and a '98 SN. Both are outstanding slalom tugs and both have amazing slalom wakes. In my humble opinion, the SN is a better bet for a used boat. Both will deliver many more years of service if they've been maintained and not abused. In other words, a low-hours, babied Prostar will be a better deal than a neglected SN. But I think the devil is in the details, and the SN has the edge in design and build quality, with a few exceptions. @Santa is right that they feel real solid. Again, just my opinion after several years of working on the hulls, electrical systems, and doing light mechanical work on both. Your mileage may vary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller liquid d Posted May 24, 2015 Baller Share Posted May 24, 2015 Curly should be in his car/truck on his way to Mobile by now. Can't get much better than that. Unless it's one of those ads , where it's a couple of dudes from Deliverance waiting to meet the unsuspecting buyer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curly71 Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 That boat in Mobile looks very nice, and in my price range! Now I'm wracking my brain trying to think of who I know that is near Mobile that can check it out for me... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller liquid d Posted May 24, 2015 Baller Share Posted May 24, 2015 Why? call the guy and go buy it. It won't be there long. Summer's here and the time is right.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kstateskier Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 @curly71 call him from the road. Thats a sweet boat. Get your keys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curly71 Posted May 25, 2015 Author Share Posted May 25, 2015 I'm concerned about saltwater. While everyone likes a good deal, I'm a bit leery of buying a boat from the coast. The trailer looks new which would indicate the original rusted out... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curly71 Posted May 25, 2015 Author Share Posted May 25, 2015 I did see a 94 MC 190 for sale in Tampa with 400 hours for $8300 on SIA and it looks pretty good with a couple of scuffs and 2 small stitch issues on the drivers seat. The fact it has no trailer is also a bonus since I don't need one. But after having a mastercraft, I'm ready for a change and really think the Nautique is the way to go Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 6balls Posted May 25, 2015 Baller Share Posted May 25, 2015 TSC-1 Nautique hull and GT-40 w/PP is an amazing boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ozski Posted May 25, 2015 Baller Share Posted May 25, 2015 Love that boat / hull. Spent so many hours behind the wheel and out the back, happy days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller LeonL Posted May 25, 2015 Baller Share Posted May 25, 2015 OK, @curly71 heres what you can do. That is if you haven't already headed down there with money in hand......PM @chris_logan. He lives in AL and ask him to contact Rodger Logan who lives in Axis, AL. That's very close to Mobile. He probably knows the boat,,if not maybe he'll check it out of you. Buy the boat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aupatking Posted May 25, 2015 Baller Share Posted May 25, 2015 @LeonL Rodger is the guy to check anything out. He's details to the millimeter. He also knows more skiers in our area than just about anyone. There are several private lakes in our area, so it COULD have lived on one, but I'd check it out. I'm actually mad I put it out here. I want one of my friends to pick it up so I can ski it. Hell, I'd buy it, but then I'd just have a pair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller TallSkinnyGuy Posted May 25, 2015 Baller Share Posted May 25, 2015 A suspiciously low price always warrants extensive questioning and a thorough inspection, because there is usually a reason for the low price. However, sometimes it is just because a seller is ignorant of market prices or is just wanting to move the item quickly. Hopefully for the buyer this is one of those times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aupatking Posted May 25, 2015 Baller Share Posted May 25, 2015 I don't know the boat or the owner, but I do know the market. We're in an area where the inboard ski market is at an all-time low. It's a great place to pick up a mid 90's boat, but anything more recent is few and far between Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curly71 Posted May 25, 2015 Author Share Posted May 25, 2015 I talked to the guy in Mobile and he hesitated way too long when I asked if the boat had been used in saltwater, then I got the answer that it had been used in "brackish" water but that he would then hook up the hose and flush.... I don't think I'm willing to drive 11 hours to look at a boat that probably has some corrosion issues... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aupatking Posted May 25, 2015 Baller Share Posted May 25, 2015 All the rivers here run into the bay, the bay into the gulf, and so on. If you don't know the guy, you have to take him at his word that he flushes it. My boat goes from private lake to fresh water river, but to say it gets zero brackish water would be a poor assumption. Most people that bother running decent inboards here take extremely good care, but, that's most. It's been on the market for almost a year and I've seen him drop the price a lot. I think it was around 14k the first time I saw it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Bruce_Butterfield Posted May 25, 2015 Baller_ Share Posted May 25, 2015 @curly71, something else to think about - if the boat is in good shape and potential issues with the engine, make a lowball offer and think about re-powering with a brand new 343 Excalibur. If you show up with $8,000 in cash, the seller will have a big pucker factor. Then you have a great hull and can put in a new engine for an unbeatable combination. Just food for thought and to make the decisions harder:) If it was easy, they would call it Wakeboarding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller thager Posted May 25, 2015 Baller Share Posted May 25, 2015 Don't forget the ZO! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aupatking Posted May 26, 2015 Baller Share Posted May 26, 2015 I know a guy a couple hours east of me in Panama City that would like be happy to do both! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jerseydave Posted August 21, 2015 Baller Share Posted August 21, 2015 Not sure if you're still searching but here's a super clean '97 Nautique in NJ. http://www.offshoremarinenj.com/pre_owned_detail.asp?veh=3372710 My buddy owns the dealership, very honest family business. Tell him Dave W sent you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 6balls Posted August 21, 2015 Baller Share Posted August 21, 2015 @jerseydave have a friend looking what are they asking? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller dvskier Posted August 21, 2015 Baller Share Posted August 21, 2015 $13,995 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Onside135 Posted August 21, 2015 Baller Share Posted August 21, 2015 That boat has been for sale for a while. I think I remember it when I was looking over a year ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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