A friend is selling his 1995 Mako 171 Angler. I’ve fished the boat and interested but not sure what it’s worth. The boat is in great shape. It has a 1995 Yamaha 115 that has been maintained great and runs well. Recently painted, teak decks added, poling platform, trim tabs.
Very sound boat. He asking $6,500.
Thoughts on the price or boat?
I’ve been looking at the Mako 18 LTS boats but I would be spending closer to $15K - $20K for a used one and the idea of being on the water closer to $6k sounds a lot better.
The boat is based in NY.
Does that include a trailer? The price is really a bit high. NADA puts the boat and motor between $4400 and $5,200 depending on the options.
see http://www.nadaguides.com/Boats/1995/Mako-Marine-Inc/171-PRO-SERIES-ANGLER/10109921/values
Be warned, 20 year old Makos are known for rotten transoms and decks. Look at it close. Probably about time for a new fuel tank, hoses and wiring also.
Capt. Larry Teuton
Cracker Built Custom Boats
“Ships are the nearest things to dreams that hands have ever made.” -Robert N. Rose
That does include trailer. Getting more info and pictures from him. He did a lot of work to the boat in the past including the new decks but not sure to what extent. He also owns a 43’ Merritt and maintains them constantly.