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Any input appreciated
Posted: Tue Dec 09, 2008 9:41 am
by Half-hitch
After finally getting the security question right, and able to log in, I have a question.
First, I'm looking to get back into fishing after a longggg hiatus. Been looking into getting a boat, but following the advice of she-who-must-be-obeyed, I don't want to invest an arm and a leg.
While I realize that Tracker is not a top-end-tinnie, I came across this ad yesterday, and was wondering if this is a decent deal.
http://ottawa.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles ... dZ93035973
I know that Tracker doesn't compare to, e.g., Lund, and this boat is a little underpowered, but it seems in good condition and has the features, size and price I've been looking for.
I was also wondering if I should be looking for a motivated seller now, or hold off until spring. Will there be a decent market for used boats or is it a sellers market, at least in the Ottawa area?
Thanks for any input.
Posted: Tue Dec 09, 2008 11:11 am
by river killer
I just went and checked my boat value book and that package is only worth $6,900 so he is definitely over priced. I work for a dealer so if you need any more info feel free to ask.Tracker is kinda middle of the road but still a pretty good package.
Posted: Tue Dec 09, 2008 2:29 pm
by Half-hitch
Thanks; had no idea the price was that high!
Posted: Tue Dec 09, 2008 2:56 pm
by river killer
No problem if you have anymore questions feel free to ask,tight lines
Posted: Tue Dec 09, 2008 3:07 pm
by Geos
Posted: Tue Dec 09, 2008 3:28 pm
by river killer
Just checked the book value is $12,500 w/30 merc 4 stroke so I figure $13,500 would be the value.Not busy today so ask away guys

Posted: Tue Dec 09, 2008 3:37 pm
by toobinator
Some of the local dealers have non-current but brand new boats in stock. Looking at carrying a boat over the winter yet again, or at least getting some cash for it now , then storing it for a customer, I'm sure some deals could be had. From a personal point of view, although I've never bought a boat from them, I've had good dealings with Orleans Boat World.
I would be checking there.
Ed
Posted: Tue Dec 09, 2008 3:45 pm
by Chevy Champagne
looks like we have somone trying to get a guy off a good deal to go to his dealer ship to make some coinige come on this site is for helping people not trying to make money off somone whos trying to get some help i think that tracker is a great deal
not trying to start anything just saying
tight lines
walleye man
Posted: Tue Dec 09, 2008 4:05 pm
by river killer
First off hi Ed it is Myles and thanks for the nice words .You know me and obviously i am not on here to get somebody to buy from me .I guess you can't just give out info to help people without someone questioning your ethics.I am a boater and a fisherman and if I can help somebody save a couple thousand dollars why wouldn't I ??And if me helping him brings him into the store all the better because all he will get is more knowledge and help and probably a fishing buddy so to each their own.Just so you know we are in the business of selling fun !!!!
Posted: Tue Dec 09, 2008 4:11 pm
by Half-hitch
Truth be told, one of the first places I checked was dealerships. I jjust don't have the $ to spring for new and get what I want.
Unless you have a deal I missed

Posted: Tue Dec 09, 2008 4:28 pm
by Chevy Champagne
river killer wrote:First off hi Ed it is Myles and thanks for the nice words .You know me and obviously i am not on here to get somebody to buy from me .I guess you can't just give out info to help people without someone questioning your ethics.I am a boater and a fisherman and if I can help somebody save a couple thousand dollars why wouldn't I ??And if me helping him brings him into the store all the better because all he will get is more knowledge and help and probably a fishing buddy so to each their own.Just so you know we are in the business of selling fun !!!!
sorry kinda lost it for a sec but
my names not ed haha
really sorry bout that
walleye man
Posted: Tue Dec 09, 2008 4:41 pm
by river killer
hey walleye man no worries .I really am here to help so feel free to ask away guys .This is what I like a happy ending LOL Tight Lines
Posted: Wed Dec 10, 2008 8:55 am
by Lunker Larry
Don't be in a rush, especially this time of year. There won't be as many boats for sale so don't just settle on something because you can't find what you realy wan.
My opinion on the Tracker is I have always found them to be rather unstable and not much room or storage inside (for all except the Tundra)
Unless you come across something that is a real steal, I'd wait until the spring.