Thinking of buying a boat

[Jack]

I am thinking of buying a 1988 Hunter 20. It may need new sails and cushions. I would like to know what a fair price would be.Also, the boat would need to be trailered from Florida to Maryland, where could I rent a trailor?Thank You

 

[Phil Teter]

88?

JackCheck the nameplate. I don't think Hunter made a 20 in 88.Phil T

 

[Sean Kulczycki]

BUC IT

Have you heard of the BUC book. This gives prices for used boats. You may be able to find it on the Internet.You may want to reconsider buying a 20'. We bought our first boat 2 years ago and started out with a Hunter '27. There's alot more utility with a '27. However, you cant' trailer it. Its just something to think about.

 

[Rob Rich]

A few Links

For general price quotes, look at www.nadaguides.com - they will give you up to 5 free quotes per day.For info on the boat buying process, check out www.marinesurvey.comI just went through the process last year, and it can be long and trying - but it is worth it!Good Luck!Rob

 

[Matt Munson]

Don't know but here are some tips on saving $

If replacing the cushions, go to foamorder.com to order the foam part. They are the cheapest I have found and they will custom cut however you need them to. I also went to Wal-mart and found a decent material on sale for $1.00 per yard. It is solid navy and rather sturdy (definately not Sunbrella material but it'll do). Now all you need is someone with a sewing machine. Total cost for my Catalina 22 was under $150.00.As for sails, try Nationalsail.com. Not racing quality but good enough for my boat (Main $380, 150% $450, Storm <$200, spin $480).