What type of boat is this. And how much is this worth

[Smitty1212]

Need to know name and how much is this worth my first boat purchase. Thanks

 

[Scott Danforth]

for your first boat, avoid any fiberglass boats older than 15 years. that is about a 50 year old tri-hull

I would especially avoid tri-hull boats

I recommend an outboard powered aluminum boat for a first boat.

 

[Smitty1212]

how much is that boat worth. Rough estimate

 

[DeepCMark58A]

It depends on condition. Nothing rare or overtly valuable.

 

[Tassie 1]

Some details would help...a lot.

 

[Scott Danforth]

how much is that boat worth. Rough estimate

about $100 (the value of the trailer as scrap) without inspecting to see if there is any value in the hull or motor

the value will be dependent on how it was maintained and repaired over the past 50 years. if the motor runs, if the hull is rot free and specifically your location.

if the boat was garage kept (doesnt look like it), and meticulously washed and dried after every usage, the interior was wiped down with a protectant after every use and the maintenance kept up, about $400-500 for the hull in the mid west about $1200 if your in canada

if the motor was religiously maintained and the compression is perfect and all repairs done with quality parts, about $400 for the motor if you are in the mid west, about $600 if you are in the north east and about $800-$900 if you are in canada

if the trailer was religiously maintained, the wheel bearings packed every year, the coupler maintained and tires changed every 5-8 years about $300 for the trailer.

however if the thing was stored outside, has trees growing in it from all the leave debris and the motor hasnt run in years. the trailer is worth $100 after you pay $100 to scrap the boat.

 

[Smitty1212]

I will get all info today will be my first boat. Excited scared nervous.

 

[DeepCMark58A]

Good luck.

 

[Texasmark]

for your first boat, avoid any fiberglass boats older than 15 years. that is about a 50 year old tri-hull

I would especially avoid tri-hull boats

I recommend an outboard powered aluminum boat for a first boat.

Right on! I bought a couple of trihulls back when first popular and verify Scott's comment. What made them popular was bow seating and interior room for a shorter length.....later on, when their drawbacks became intolerable, the bow rider V hull became popular and has stood the test of time. What most missed was a soft ride, unless you had a heavy, deep V hull with "sponsons"....little hulls on either side, Caravelle, the larger TriSonic, and Thompson glass, Boston Whaler to name a few.

For years FG boats were built with wooden stringers, transoms and decks. Wood has shown it's affinity for rot over the years.

FG boats are usually heavier than a comparable alum. Alum. doesn't rot. My current Crestliner alum. boat is a welded hull and has a 20 year guarantee. Never saw a FG boat with a hull guarantee, other than Boston Whaler and that hull is said to be plastic...of some sort.

Aluminum is lighter and takes less HP in all the areas where HP is used. Outboard power is affordable, usually reliable power and is specifically built to resist the corrosion of salt water operating. They are self contained and portable............on and on.

 

[H20Rat]

Right on! I bought a couple of trihulls back when first popular and verify Scott's comment. What made them popular was bow seating and interior room for a shorter length.....later on, when their drawbacks became intolerable, the bow rider V hull became popular and has stood the test of time. What most missed was a soft ride, unless you had a heavy, deep V hull with "sponsons"....little hulls on either side, Caravelle, the larger TriSonic, and Thompson glass, Boston Whaler to name a few.

Tri-hulls are still somewhat popular, we just call them deck boats now! The 2 side hulls are less prounounced than previously, but set a little further back, but still very much tri-hulls. My current deck boat (hurricane fundeck) is also heavy, which helps ride some. (19' at 4130# wet)

In any case, I'm hoping the OP returns with more pics and info. Every so often (1 in a million?) there is an old tri-hull that still exists in great condition, maybe this is one of those. The other 999,999 should be cut up and in a landfill.

 

[JASinIL2006]

I will get all info today will be my first boat. Excited scared nervous.

Are you taking anyone who knows boats with you to look at it? If not, there is a 99% chance you could buy garbage that ultimately you will have to pay to have hauled away.

Also, registering and titling the boat (and trailer, and sometimes the motor) varies from state to state. BEFORE you buy anything, find out what your state requires to register and title your boat and trailer. If the seller does not have those documents IN HAND and IN HIS OR HER NAME, walk away. A boat without a title is unusable for the most part, and generally will become a problem for you.

Spring is the worst time to buy a boat, price-wise, and a naive, overly eager buyer is highly likely to buy a junk boat the first time.

 

[Smitty1212]

Anyone ever heard of an intruder tri hull boat can’t seem to find it online that’s the name of the boat

 

[southkogs]

Trailer boats in the 60s through the 80s were ALL OVER. Tons of little manufacturers came and went. There is currently a maker out there called Intruder, and a few lines had models called Intruder.

Does the boat or paperwork have a HIN listed?

 

[CaptainSteveo]

Need to know name and how much is this worth my first boat purchase. Thanks

Not sure about your area, but in central CA there are tons of them that many are trying to give away, even if they can get the outboard to run. At most if it's in excellent shape or has been totally restored you might be looking at $500 to $1000. Something is only worth what someone is willing to pay. That is not a desirable hull and few people have a use for such a boat anymore.

With that said what are you planning on using this for? If it seems in reasonable condition, and you plan on taking it out on a small lightly used inland lake and you have all your safety equipment and swim well, you might be able to get some enjoyment out of it puttering around and doing some fishing. Might be a bit nicer then an aluminum row boat with outboard. However unless it's been restored or garaged for 50 years it's most unlikely to be even reasonably safe on a larger, busier lake. It's almost certain to have rot in the deck, stringers, or transome and might just start to come apart and breakup taking some good wakes or waves. So it probably depends a great deal on what your planning.

 

[Tassie 1]

Right on! I bought a couple of trihulls back when first popular and verify Scott's comment. What made them popular was bow seating and interior room for a shorter length.....later on, when their drawbacks became intolerable,

For some weird, strange reason ( l'm in Australia ) l follow a couple of Brit boat forums,
Tri hulls still seem to be popular there...with small motors as well,

Just sayin'

 

[Texasmark]

Tri-hulls are still somewhat popular, we just call them deck boats now! The 2 side hulls are less prounounced than previously, but set a little further back, but still very much tri-hulls. My current deck boat (hurricane fundeck) is also heavy, which helps ride some. (19' at 4130# wet)

In any case, I'm hoping the OP returns with more pics and info. Every so often (1 in a million?) there is an old tri-hull that still exists in great condition, maybe this is one of those. The other 999,999 should be cut up and in a landfill.

Ok. Deckboats excepted. They've come a long way since the "Deckboat" of the '60's.

 

[Texasmark]

Anyone ever heard of an intruder tri hull boat can’t seem to find it online that’s the name of the boat

Intruder was as popular in the Dallas area as any of the 15-17' trihulls. I think Phil Dill (one of the two large dealers) over in Lewisville sold the badge. Most 15' with 60 hp OMC loopers. were the most popular...as they were affordable, very fuel efficient, and a family of 4 could have fun on a Sunday afternoon. Seemed to follow the same basic hull design; interior layout identical pretty much.

Did have some irony however. Neighbor across the street was out fishing with 2 if his buddies one day, in one of the boats mentioned above, don't remember the badge, rough water, trying to get tied up to a tree to Crappie fish, all 3 got up in the bow area and a big wave took the boat. He came home with his life and just his trailer. Never found the boat.....but back then, that could happen around that lake........sticky fingers.

 

[Texasmark]

For some weird, strange reason ( l'm in Australia ) l follow a couple of Brit boat forums,
Tri hulls still seem to be popular there...with small motors as well,

Just sayin'

They make small trihulls for hauling on the top of cars in the 8 to 10 ft. range, powered by a battery operated trolling motor for pond fishing. Great for small waters like a couple of acre pond, or so, creek or such. You see some of them around.

 

[JimS123]

Anyone ever heard of an intruder tri hull boat can’t seem to find it online that’s the name of the boat

I've seen Intruders before, but without seeing the logo I can't be sure if its the same company. The picture is almost useless so its hard to come up with a price. Whatever you spend, be sure to keep at least several thousand in reserve to bring it up to use safely.

Also, it must come with full paperwork / titles / etc for the boat and trailer. Without those its worth nothing.

Worst "first boat" ever.

 

[Smitty1212]

How much is the value of a 1977 tri hull invader good condition