Is it only a matter of time for leaks?

[AussieB]

Hi Guys,

I am considering getting a Super Sport. Is it only a matter of time until rivets leak?

I have my eye on both a mid 70's and mid 80's SS and they both look good and in original condition. They are both around the $5k mark.I have not reached out to the sellers and I'm not sure how many sellers would be honest and say "yeah she leaks like a sieve".

I realize there are no absolutes about this but I wouldn't be too happy spending $5k for one of these old girls and then having to rip the floor up. If it's more than likely, I would lead my offer with this information or shop for a boat half the price or less, knowing that I will rip up the floor.

Both have stated solid floor and transom.

 

[Scott Danforth]

I personally consider any boat under $10k a project until proven otherwise

Most leaks are simply rivets needing rebuking.

Floor and transom is a weekend job in a tinny

 

[MNhunter1]

I personally would not look at a boat from the 70's/80's without expecting a transom and deck replacement. I've ripped up too many floors to discover what's hiding beneath. I also wouldn't pay anywhere close to 5K on an original 70's/80's 16SS unless it was outfitted with a newer motor/trailer of that value. You need to look at the complete package and price it accordingly.

 

[redneck joe]

I personally consider any boat under $10k a project until proven otherwise

Most leaks are simply rivets needing rebuking.

Floor and transom is a weekend job in a tinny

Age adjusted can be a couple weeks...

 

[redneck joe]

I personally would not look at a boat from the 70's/80's without expecting a transom and deck replacement. I've ripped up too many floors to discover what's hiding beneath. I also wouldn't pay anywhere close to 5K on an original 70's/80's 16SS unless it was outfitted with a newer motor/trailer of that value. You need to look at the complete package and price it accordingly.

Screen name puts him in upside down land so that may be a fair price.