1987 24' WAC

[LAcustoms]

I see one red flag on the engine view... Looks like pretty substantial support plating on the transom; nice job however. Still indicates a need for some transom work. I don't think this is give her a bath and go by any means like Lewis' was. I see trim plates; if they are Bennetts they probably still work. Looks like a $1000 boat to me if the trailer rolls. I don't think I've ever seen a rebuild on a WAC. Perhaps you can be the first! I started one on a 24' Sportcraft WAC about 15 years ago and actually got the entire cap and inner liner out with a few cuts here and there. The epoxy bond to the stringers was poor so with the help of some oak trees, timbers and two come-a-longs she came apart in one piece. Is this boat still in Florida by it's registration?

Thanks, He is asking $1000, would you haggle that price? I believe its in AL now.

[pete]

That boat needs alot of work,every dollar that you don't spend will go right back into her,if I could'nt get that boat mucho cheapo,see you later!Lets say you give him $5oo,then decide its too much of a project,OK,part out the engine if it doesnt run $500+ right there,and if the trailers in good shape maybe $500 for it.But you have to do all the work,your time is worth money,the hull is a wash,it needs more put into it than its worth,it may clean up with several gallons of bleach,but if it needs a transom thats several grand right there,not saying what you should do,but there could be a way out if you decide its to much,parts for those outboards sell well on ebay,CL.It would be a grat rig if you are willing to invest the needed time/$. Good luck,we are here if you need help.

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[fitz73222]

Chances are the boat isn't going anywhere. Keep looking and let him call you. Pete is right, this a project from day one; many thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours to bring her back to life. You could easily put $20K in her with new power. There are lots of turn the key and go boats for sale and with $4 a gallon gas around the corner, probably some really great deals on the horizon.

[gran398]

Good advice by all.

Rode by the field this morning where her twin was. Its gone.

No problem. It was basically a fiberglass hot tub.

[LAcustoms]

That boat needs alot of work,every dollar that you don't spend will go right back into her,if I could'nt get that boat mucho cheapo,see you later!Lets say you give him $5oo,then decide its too much of a project,OK,part out the engine if it doesnt run $500+ right there,and if the trailers in good shape maybe $500 for it.But you have to do all the work,your time is worth money,the hull is a wash,it needs more put into it than its worth,it may clean up with several gallons of bleach,but if it needs a transom thats several grand right there,not saying what you should do,but there could be a way out if you decide its to much,parts for those outboards sell well on ebay,CL.It would be a grat rig if you are willing to invest the needed time/$. Good luck,we are here if you need help.

check out these
viewtopic.php?f=6&t=6779

there are good deals on similiar boats on CL everyday

Chances are the boat isn't going anywhere. Keep looking and let him call you. Pete is right, this a project from day one; many thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours to bring her back to life. You could easily put $20K in her with new power. There are lots of turn the key and go boats for sale and with $4 a gallon gas around the corner, probably some really great deals on the horizon.

Well I was honestly wanting a project not necessarily a complete restoration but it could be fun. And i have thought about it will probably sit because i dont think its actually listed for sale, he just contacted me because i was looking for a project boat, but i didnt want to low ball him either. I would feel more comfortable picking it up for around $500 though.

[pete]

be careful what you wish for....

LOL every boats a project,some are just more usable than others

[LAcustoms]

offered $500, He declined. He hasnt really gave me any info on condition, so i asked to be more detailed and asked to look at it, he seems firm on $1000(cant say i blame him, but i would like a little more info). I was assuming it had been sitting several years and basically needed everything gone through, with some transom and floor repairs.

[pete]

theres a boat out there with your name on it,you'll know it when you see it!

[LAcustoms]

theres a boat out there with your name on it,you'll know it when you see it!

Hate to say it, but i think the boat with my name on it is a 16ft bass boat that needs the floors replaced and new tires on trailer, and honestly a project that i feel very confident with.

The seller is what keeps me worried about the WAC. He has never given any real info, basically i have this for $ if your interested, then when i asked when the last time the motor was ran he said hasnt ran in a while(exact words). I think i should pass on this one.

[Circle Hooked]

I think i should pass on this one.

I agree.