Boat Buying Decision - What would you do?

[sunstate78]

I would like to get an opinion on a boat buying decision. I’m currently choosing between 2 boats to purchase. Both are 2007 Proline Supersport 24’s that have the same basic features. They both have the Mercury Verado 250 engine. One has 179 hrs and the other has 330hrs but the power head was replaced at 200hrs (warranty fix). The one with 330 hrs is about $1300 cheaper and includes a trailer. The 179hr boat has no trailer (which I need) so overall about $3k more. Both motors have been maintained well with relatively no issues and serial number checks for both motors have been done. Is it worth spending the additional $3k for the lower hours (thinking in terms of resale)? Will have a pre-inspection done on either one I choose. Assuming all checks out which boat would you buy? Is 330hrs too many hours? Thanks

 

[Sea Rider]

If engine was well kept and preventive maintenances performed as scheduled by dealer or a mech that knows his work not an issue, being powerhead just with 130 hours.

Happy Boating

 

[Bubbasboat]

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