Exactly it's the back side of summer; I want it now. And the trailer is aluminum, I think he said it was a 2000 or something. Yes, it's definitely aluminum. And finally someone mentioned what the hoist could be worth. I'm not talking about a little 500 davit with a hand crank. I'm talking about one that stands alone and has a wheel.
Oh yeah and I'm gonna test drive it again today now that it's calm. And I'm gonna go to his cottage and see the hoist. Judging by the shape of the ski and the trailer I don't expect the hoist to be a piece of junk.
First, a used ski is only worth with someone will pay for it... and is dictated by region. In Aus, a used ski is worth huge $$$$$. Something I would consider at $1500 here, is worth $3500 there.
Second... (Please don't take this the wrong way) but you are in the wrong mind set. You WANT the ski, and are willing to pay more than market price. But, if it's clean, and runs well... then really the price is up to you. Buy it and have a good time. (that's what counts) We are just trying to give you a close market value. So, if you over pay for an older ski... don't get mad at us next season when no one will give you $800 for it. The '94 XP has the X4 hull, which handles well, and it's only down 5 hp over it's 720 version. BUT, the 720 gets a 500 rpm higher red-line, and has about a 5 mph higher top speed. (and better out of the hole)
As I said above... it's really what the lift value is. (as a used lift) I know they aren't cheap... but you need to figure out what the used market price is. (and if you need it, or can sell it off)
Finaly... I'm the king of being cheap with water toys... let me give you a run down of my latest purchases.....
(The deals are out there. don't be in a rush, and you will find them)
$1500; '96 Sportster New engine, but needed a clean up.
$1000; 2000 Polaris Genesis Needed a little love, and a $100 start stop module
$300; '90 SeaDoo Si Just needed a good cleaning
$600; '90 Superjet Needed nothing!
