'95 XP value

[Loganab13]

Hey guys, been out of the X4 game for a while but recently found the chance to dive back in. I have the chance to purchase a fairly clean 1995 XP, however I'm hesitant to pull the trigger as I know pricing has gone through the roof in the last year or so. It seems to be a decent ski, no major scrapes, no hull damage, etc. No trailer, but it's got quite a few new parts as of this year:

• WSM pistons
• Hot Rods crank
• New gaskets throughout
• Rebuilt carbs with genuine Mikuni rebuild kits
• New fuel, oil, & bilge lines
• New fuel selector
• New wear ring
• New carrier bearing
• Newer hump seat with damaged seat cover
• New bars & knockoff UMI switch housing

It's got a decent single gauge hood that has been painted, a rough rear grab bar, and the gelcoat could use some love. It starts right up from cold, however I have not had the chance to take it out on the water yet. The gentleman is asking $1700.00.

My gut is telling me to hold out for a nice 96 787 ski, but I haven't come across anything worth looking at in about six months of searching. Let me know your thoughts before I let my better judgement get the best of me.

 

[WhiskeyD]

If it runs good, then that's not a bad deal as of lately. The 787 is more fun tho

 

[Loganab13]

If it runs good, then that's not a bad deal as of lately. The 787 is more fun tho

I miss my old '96, but life has a way of getting in the way of a good thing sometimes

 

[1of500]

Pics would be nice

 

[tobytd]

Trust your gut. If you had a 787 the 720 may be disappointing. Good things come to those who wait.

 

[emspjay]

I agree if you had a 787 1996 you will be disappointed with the 717. A few seasons ago I had a 1997 GTI 717 and my wife's 1996 GTX 787 (same hull). The difference was crazy, so the GTI was sold. 20HP does make a difference in these. And when I ride my wife's GTX it feels like a whale compared to any X4 787 I have owned.