This boat has been in the family forever. I’d like to hang onto it, but it’s just been sitting in my parents garage. It’s not going to get any more use since I have a skiff. So it’s time…
The Sourpuss model has the full benches with the wrap-around railing and cable steering.
Boat has original wood. Wood was totally stripped, sanded, and refinished about 18 years ago (with Epiphanes), but finish is starting to show some wear in some places. Pictures show wood wet (nicer looking photos) and dry (shows finish condition better).
Deck has spider cracks, but I don’t think they are any different than 20 years ago.
One visible crack on side of hull, but is doesn’t go past the chine, so I think it is just cosmetic.
Has original cushions that are faded.
I have the parts for connecting the steering cables.
Have 6 gallon plastic fuel tank. Original metal tank rusted out.
Trailer is quite rusty, but not rotten as far as I can tell.
Motors is ~1973 Evinrude. It has not been run in over a decade. Used to run well. I might take to get it checked out.
I really don’t even know how much to ask. I assume the trailer and motor aren’t worth much.
I’m in Houston, boat is about 90 minutes away, but I could bring to Houston.
Definitely a collector’s item. Check on The Hull Truth and Boat Trader for a comp and then please add an asking price. GLWS.
I have tested many Whaler models over the years for the magazines. They hold their value well. I have a Franklin replica model of a 1961 Nauset in my office that Boston Whaler gave to me during a dealer meeting. It’s proudly displayed in my home office.
The value may surprise you a bit. They tend to hold it extremely well. I’d take Zika’s advice and do some research.
The last whaler I sold, I put out there (on Craigslist ) at what I thought was a steep price. Overnight I had probably 30 email inquiries and ended up selling it, sight unseen that morning. The dude did a bank to bank wire transfer, from 1/2 way across the country and hired a transporter to come get it. I couldn’t believe it.
