Boat value, what would you pay?

[Danny]

Kyle, I'll send you a private message to your inbox with my cell phone number. Give me a call if you would like.

Danny

[SlopFishin]

"Maybe I could get that captain's license and go into a partnership with Dave Stewart."

Skipper and Gilligan. LMAO

[Fishhead]

No offense intended but it seems high to me too Danny. I'm sure you have treated your boat like a baby but the reality of it is the market drives the price.

Most bass fisherman who are serious about the sport know there is a big difference between a boat that has been well taken care of, fished mostly for recreation and limited use versus a tournament boat that has beend driven hard and often for a few years. But when folks see the prices of boats out there, the condition of the boat would only increase the price a couple thousand over the going market price. On another site there are several 2002 TR21's and they seem to be ranging from $20K to $23K. For instance, there is a 2002 TR22 with a Merc 225 EFI and all the bells and whistles for $25K.

Boat depreciation the first few years is totally unrealistic. It has always been my understanding that boats and cars depreciate at least $5K the minute you drive it off the lot.

Regardless, you asked what would you pay? If I was in the market for a boat, with the going rate of about $22K, given the condition of the boat and knowing how you took care of it I may go to $25 to 26K, but that would be my absolute max and it would have to be immaculate.

[jmwldcat]

danny the duel console adds 800.00 to your boat the engine only adds 300.00 the market value for it would be right at 26.500

[CTFSHWHISKER]

check some dealers online and bassboat central,i think you'll find a price in the 24-26 thousand range.anglerschoice marine has some listed also.

[opie13]

The quick depreciation of a new boat is why I have never been able to buy a new one. You can find a good used boat that is 3-5 years old for a really good price if you look around a little.

[Danny]

I really appreciate everyone that took time to think about this and respond. I am very, very appreciative.

I really don't want to sell, but as I said, I may have to face the fact that I may have to. Once I got the return from NADA Guides, I was thinking I would be stupid not to sell... LMAO

If I could get near 33 grand, WOW!!! I just hope my wife didn't see that!!

The 24-26k is more in line with what my gut said, and I do appreciate your all's input.

I would still love to hear from Bill Day and Matt Plapp.

I may even call Jet-a, where I bought it, and see what Kerry would tell me.

The best thing would be for me to find a way to keep the boat, keep fishing, AND not go back to work...LOL Maybe I could get that captain's license and go into a partnership with Dave Stewart. Of course I would need intensive tutoring.... RIGHT DAVE???

Thanks again guys,

Danny

[Dave Stewart]

Let's hope you can keep your boat Danny....LOL. Really, it would be a shame if you had to sell it but I know how it is being out of work and family has to take precedence when it comes to our toys. I hope things break for you soon.

[dac]

22k to 24k seems to be what others ask for that year/combo.

[Dave Stewart]

Danny: what year is your boat? That might help someone to decide on it. Also, I think you would be hard put to find any late model TR21 equipped with a carbed engine, especially a 250.

[Danny]

Thanks Dave, it is a 2002. I have edited the post to include that info.

I know I paid extra for the opti-max because it was not the standard engine. I guess maybe the EFI is the standard, and it is not carbed either.

Either way, I know the opti was more than the standard motor.

Danny

[Dave Stewart]

As Billy says hopefully a dealer or two will chime in here...Plapp's is a Triton dealer and should have a handle on going prices. I checked the Jet-A-Marine site and they are advertising an 05 TR-21X demo loaded up to include a 225 E-Tec HO for 35,900 which would seem to put your estimate on your boat a little high but then again who knows without a lot of research unless you are in the business.