Considering a '97 Mako

[Jas]

All,

I wanted to throw this out there and ask for some feedback. I know to a certain extent I am opening Pandora’s box, but hopefully the insight of the members will help me out.

I am considering buying a 19’ CC, ‘97 Mako (from a dealer, don’ know out many previous owners). It’s got a Mercury 150hp EFI, don’t know hours. Overall the hull and gelcoat are in pretty good shape, no BP. It's got a couple of covers that come with the boat, dual batteries, fishfinder / depthfinder, and a 4000# trailer priced at $15000.

I know there have been some concerns regarding quality with the newer Mako’s but it still looks to be a pretty good offer. Any insight would be welcome, please let me know what you think.

Regards.

[mako258-81]

I had a 1997 231 It was an excellent boat had a 200 merc took it to the Bahamas in a mako owners trip. never had a bit of trouble with the hull. It looked dam new when Isold It 5yrs later.

[Larry Smith]

Jas,

Send me an e-mail address, I have that exact model.

[gmariano]

For what it is worth, I have a 1996 17'. Boat is solid. Seems very well-built. I have had no problems (that were not my own doing). I would not have a problem recommending this era Mako to anyone.

Gene

Haddonfield, NJ

[Jas]

Thanks everyone for your input, some very good suggestions. It's much appreciated!

Regards.

[warthog5]

Welcome Aboard Jas. Please up date, in your siginature. put your hometown/state in there. It help's us help you.

That will be in your "Profile" at the top right of the page.

[Jas]

Damm, well somebody else thought it was a good deal too, because they bought it! Still not in your club, yet.

Outside looking in.