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I don’t think that boat with a 525 was 48k in 07. Just my opinion but what do I know [emoji848]


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I don’t think that boat with a 525 was 48k in 07. Just my opinion but what do I know [emoji848]


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probley went out the door for 56k, my 2015 wild cat with 525, triple trailer,full hydraulic was 72K, but I had a trade in , a 2009 with a 496 ho , it was 62 in 2014 got 63k trade in..
 
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I don’t think that boat with a 525 was 48k in 07. Just my opinion but what do I know [emoji848]


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so what do you think it's worth, and what would you pay?
 

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you mean the "racing motor" that runs on 87 octane?:eek:...if that's how he's run it, it's prolly deto hammered.
 

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The Mercury Racing blue motors are spec to run 87 octane per the manual. That includes my 500efi and the 525. The new Mercury Racing 520, 540 still run 87 octane as well, it changes to 89 octane on the 565.
 

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I dig the dual consoles on this boat.
What ever happened to the 28 deck you picked up, i wanna say,,,2015 ???
 

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I dig the dual consoles on this boat.
What ever happened to the 28 deck you picked up, i wanna say,,,2015 ???
I changed it to dual rear lounges with walk out the back...then sold it ...
 

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so is this boat worth the asking price? what would you offer( this is to any body)
 

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It is worth what ever you are will to pay for it Steve..
 

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I'd offer $40K if it is clean. Maybe as high as $43K depending on condition. With that many hours that 525 will need a valve springs and other crap soon, right?
 

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So a 2006 496 ho what octane does it require.
 

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you mean the "racing motor" that runs on 87 octane?:eek:...if that's how he's run it, it's prolly deto hammered.

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The Mercury Racing blue motors are spec to run 87 octane per the manual. That includes my 500efi and the 525. The new Mercury Racing 520, 540 still run 87 octane as well, it changes to 89 octane on the 565.

You actually will lose performance running higher octane fuel than required. It can also add to transom soot etc..

That said new ethanol fuels will actually lose octane points (faster than you would think) so if the boat is going to sit (even for a couple of weeks) it's better to use Stabil, or to put a little higher octane fuel on the boat to begin with.

RD
 

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Its obvious the owner took care of this ... it has all the good stuff ... perfect Havasu boat ... you know what crazy money used decks are going for ... a geat deal at $45K though ... I think it will come down to how many hours are on it.
 

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Its obvious the owner took care of this ... it has all the good stuff ... perfect Havasu boat ... you know what crazy money used decks are going for ... a geat deal at $45K though ... I think it will come down to how many hours are on it.

What boat do you have in your avatar? I think I like it.
 
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I don't know why were are even discussing the price. It is a Craigslist classified ad - You inflate what you will really take by 30-50% knowing everyone will only offer you 40-50% of what you are asking, and then they will ask you to drive it to them so they can see it.
 

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if thats 56k then I have a pontoon Id like to sell you
 

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these boats went for around 48k in 07.... do they really go up in value???

https://mohave.craigslist.org/boa/d/cheetah-fast-cat-deck-boat/6564318889.html


i'd like to have it, but....whats it worth....andy???
Baiting the hook........

so what do you think it's worth, and what would you pay?
Got a nibble....

so is this boat worth the asking price? what would you offer( this is to any body)
Trying to set a hook....

This shit is like watching Counting Cars on RDP Live. LMAO

He Really is Too Forcefull. LOL
 

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So a 2006 496 ho what octane does it require.


Pretty sure its 87 - 89 at the most

I had one of those motors and I recall putting "regular" in it. What ever it was back then.
 

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Yes. Love the pontoon. But long term I will go back to a deck. Once kids are out of college, who knows.
The Avalon has been really amazing, zero issues. Got water just picked it up for service, I’m not even there. So that’s really helped as well. Same ‘custom’ builder service.
I’ve tried to be more of a toon owner mindset. I can’t, fucking cleaning it constantly. Still no beaching or anything.
 

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Yes. Love the pontoon. But long term I will go back to a deck. Once kids are out of college, who knows.
The Avalon has been really amazing, zero issues. Got water just picked it up for service, I’m not even there. So that’s really helped as well. Same ‘custom’ builder service.
I’ve tried to be more of a toon owner mindset. I can’t, fucking cleaning it constantly. Still no beaching or anything.

Like a princess...
 

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I'd offer $40K if it is clean. Maybe as high as $43K depending on condition. With that many hours that 525 will need a valve springs and other crap soon, right?

yeah I see quite a few go up for sale at 250-300 hours
 

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See below.



You actually will lose performance running higher octane fuel than required. It can also add to transom soot etc..

That said new ethanol fuels will actually lose octane points (faster than you would think) so if the boat is going to sit (even for a couple of weeks) it's better to use Stabil, or to put a little higher octane fuel on the boat to begin with.

RD

I think I heard there was a station in town that had fuel with less ethanol or ethanol free is that true?


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Pretty sure its 87 - 89 at the most

I had one of those motors and I recall putting "regular" in it. What ever it was back then.
496 496HO and 525eif are all designed to run on 87 octane..
 

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I saw the infamous Hot Diggety Dog was for sale, similar setup for a much better price.
 

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I'd say that boat is 40-45K, the only reason being that
A - It's a 28' long deck boat, and that market is hot
B - That blue merc racing power

It may be a cheetah, and not the best looking deck hull, but it is still a deck boat with a blue 525. What else can you buy that size with a 525? Nothing!
 

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This thing would be a hands down winner in an ugly boat contest.

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Steve what happened to Sue's cheetah that you had??
she still has it, we leave it at havasu....that boat works perfect for us,,,..we're looking for another boat right now as 2 ,210's aren't gonna be enough for mead trips,... I went to parker yesterday to buy another 210 open bow.... but, walked on the deal and came home empty...boat prices are sky high right now...
 

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she still has it, we leave it at havasu....that boat works perfect for us,,,..we're looking for another boat right now as 2 ,210's aren't gonna be enough for mead trips,... I went to parker yesterday to buy another 210 open bow.... but, walked on the deal and came home empty...boat prices are sky high right now...

Which 210 was it? Price?
 
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