Baller BL_Skier Posted November 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 Hi guys! In your opinion what is a 1999 ski nautique worth today? The boat is in mint condition. Just under 180 original hours (total). Has the 502 Python engine and perfect pass. Black, grey, and white color scheme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted November 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 Is the 502 a re-power? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BL_Skier Posted November 28, 2023 Author Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 2 minutes ago, MDB1056 said: Is the 502 a re-power? No it’s original Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted November 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 I’m not a Nautique guy but you know the core sources to review for comps . Might be able to get Larry from SIA to pull all the 98-99’s that were listed for past year or so. No idea if he could/would but that would be your best source of course for serious skier listings . You could always make a SIA donation . I watch SIA daily for things and do watch boats but just for fun as not in the market to replace. From what I’ve seen I’d estimate low 20’s high side if pristine and those hours , but others here are much more wired to that vintage market. I ski a 99 regularly but not mine. Good luck with the sale. Will make someone very happy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller sgregg Posted November 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 Here is a nice looking ‘98 that just popped up on SIA with a GT40/ZBox. https://www.ski-it-again.com/php/skiitagain.php?endless=summer&topic=Search&category=Boat_3Event&postid=68993 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Drago Posted November 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 Never heard of that engine, but I don't think I've seen over $20k or under $15k Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BL_Skier Posted November 28, 2023 Author Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 2 hours ago, BL_Skier said: Hi guys! In your opinion what is a 1999 ski nautique worth today? The boat is in mint condition. Just under 180 original hours (total). Has the 502 Python engine and perfect pass. Black, grey, and white color scheme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jhughes Posted November 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 The Python boats are super rare. They actually have factory dual exhaust and a bigger dog house to fit the engine. Very cool boat. At the same time not necessarily a "feature" depending on the use of the boat and thus doesn't add a ton to the value IMO all this time later. The more common GT40 EFI is the motor to have in that boat. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Jody_Seal Posted November 28, 2023 Baller_ Share Posted November 28, 2023 engine worth more then the boat.. great platform, I had one for a number of years. sold it into Alabama around 2004. 502 incredible beast. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 6balls Posted November 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 $20K tops. I sold a near mint 2002 GT40 and PP for $21K at the peak of inflation in the used boat market. Great boat--only 180 hours that's like 2 seasons for me on a boat--basically new. You can't go wrong there I would buy that thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Ed_Johnson Posted November 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 BL_SKIER Where is the boat located at ?? Could you post some pictures ?? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller sgregg Posted November 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 This one is in PHX (Mesa): https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/boa/d/mesa-19-ski-nautique-boat-with-502/7687546456.html 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller tmothy07 Posted November 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 2 hours ago, 6balls said: $20K tops. I sold a near mint 2002 GT40 and PP for $21K at the peak of inflation in the used boat market. Great boat--only 180 hours that's like 2 seasons for me on a boat--basically new. You can't go wrong there I would buy that thing. 180 hours over the course of 24 years can be concerning, unfortunately. That's a lot of sitting around for any engine. Personally, I'd prefer a healthier usage history, but it does all depend on how seals and such were maintained. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted November 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 Great boat. Offer $21k . All the extra stuff is quite old Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Ski_Dad Posted November 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 i would say 16-18k - you will need to upgrade the PP to Stargazer which would require a new display - that is going to be close to $1000 and all that stuff that does with it is pretty useless. Wake might be slightly impacted with heavier engine - pretty sure that would have been a engine a barefooter would want. For reference a friend bought a 196 with 5.8 of same era for 10k a few years ago. Pretty boat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted November 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 AKA old barefoot Nautiques - with BBC's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller tjs1295 Posted November 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 Such cool boats, but massive overkill for 80-90% of water sports activities. My friend had one in the early 2000's. It was fun, and fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Drago Posted November 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2023 20 hours ago, Drago said: Never heard of that engine, but I don't think I've seen over $20k or under $15k That's exceptional, I'd say that's worth over $20, but $28 might be a bit much(?) There's always the "Do you need zero off?" question . Original perfect pass is great if you're not a tournament skier 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BL_Skier Posted November 29, 2023 Author Baller Share Posted November 29, 2023 Thanks guys! How do you delete a post? @Horton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Jody_Seal Posted November 29, 2023 Baller_ Share Posted November 29, 2023 I like the overkill remarks, however the 6.2 engines that are prevalent in today's boats are rated close to that 502 . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Ski2000 Posted November 29, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2023 I have a 409 in my 2000 ski. My buddy and I have talked about what it would take to upgrade the cam to bump up the HP. Not that it’s needed, but…… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Ed_Johnson Posted November 29, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2023 Jody_Seal Could you comment on any difference in the Slalom Wake with the 502 compared to the smaller engines? What engine is your favorite wake wise in the older 196? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Jody_Seal Posted November 29, 2023 Baller_ Share Posted November 29, 2023 (edited) about like having a heavy tournament load all the time. the deal was 500 ft pounds of torque and big pitch prop the boat was real solid to pull on. kinda like what we ski with today. my son will tell you our 502 boat made him a better overall skier. the bubble butt ski Nautique was probably the most consistent across its build model cycle. there were no go into the mold and make "improvements"! probably the most wake friendly slalom boat ever. only complaints I ever heard were the deep shortline skiers commented that the 38 off 36 mph said the drop off on the wake cross was a bit of a shock. Edited November 29, 2023 by Jody_Seal 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Onside135 Posted November 29, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2023 But favorite engine for that hull, I would think it would have to be the Excalibur 330 w/Zero, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller liquid d Posted November 29, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2023 Get off your wallet! That thing's perfect, with Barefootin accesories, and all the goodies, meet in the middle. He obviously takes care of his stuff, and stores it well. It exactly what you look for in used boats. In 5 years, you won't care if you paid 3k more than a bargain price. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller epnault Posted November 29, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2023 On 11/28/2023 at 12:54 PM, sgregg said: This one is in PHX (Mesa): https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/boa/d/mesa-19-ski-nautique-boat-with-502/7687546456.html Wow - that guy loves skiing and that boat. Perfect condition 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller rockdog Posted November 29, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2023 This boat is unbelievable. It looks brand new. Extremely rare to find one in this condition let alone have that 502 in it as well. Not sure about 28k though for a boat of this age. I'd hate imagine how much fuel this would go through.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller B_S Posted November 30, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 30, 2023 That there is a true Unicorn, hard to put a value on something like this. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 6balls Posted November 30, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 30, 2023 OK looked at the link. Anyone that lays his stuff out like that is OCD so the perfect person to buy from--boat appears mint on a great trailer. Make a reasonable offer with respect to asking price--great boat will last you a very long time and depreciate very little. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jjfresh Posted November 30, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 30, 2023 Wouldn't the low hours make this an issue? Wouldn't you rather have something with higher hours that's been consistently run than something that's sat around for quite a bit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Sethro Posted November 30, 2023 Baller Share Posted November 30, 2023 I originally thought way too high. I personally still think way too high. However, to the right buyer it’s probably worth it. If it’s what a buyer is specifically looking for than it very well could be worth that. Lots and lots of extras there in the price as well. I tend to buy very nice, well kept, older items as I can’t justify new prices. I have a 1999 GMC K2500 that I was offered 12.5K for. I’d love to jump on that as I only paid 13K for it 17 years ago, but I truly believe I can’t find a better truck out there (for my wants/needs) for that same money. So no deal. I think I could find a better boat (for my wants/needs) for 28K, but that might not hold true for someone else. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller KRoundy Posted December 3, 2023 Baller Share Posted December 3, 2023 I wonder what the story is here. That is a really complete set of 20 year old equipment - skis, boards, a boat... all from the early 2000's. It's like someone got that boat, got EVERYTHING you could do in 2003, and then just kept it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted December 3, 2023 Baller Share Posted December 3, 2023 There’s an original top CDX-1, which came out in 98 and carried thru 99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Rednucleus Posted December 3, 2023 Baller_ Share Posted December 3, 2023 @BL_Skierare you selling or buying? Is that your boat/gear in the above link?? Just being nosey, what's the backround story on all that pristine gear?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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