What to look for when buying a 89 2001?

[jag8511]

I'm looking at buying a 89 2001. I don't have a large budget for a newer boat and have read that this one will produce a very nice wake when weighted down. What are some common problems that these boats have had? Anything to look for when going to check it out? I think the price of $8500 isn't too bad. It has all new interior, monster tower, speakers, and all the wiring for the dash has been replaced as well as all upgraded gages. The problem is that it is 12 hours away, so before I make the trip, are there certain questions I can ask. It has 1300 hours on it but has been "well maintained". I asked for records. Thanks for any help or advice!

[Paxdad]

I would post this over on Correctcraftfan.com for faster response and input.

[MuskokaCanada]

I have an '84 2001 for sale with ~560 hours on it. Redone vinyl, new points, new prop etc. $9500 CAD located in southern Ontario. Runs great and throws an insane wake. Selling bc I bought a newer Nautique

[swc5150]

Check for soft spots in the floor first off. That boat has wood stringers, and that's a huge undertaking to replace them.

[Tryathlete]

It's all about the stringers. Engines, steering, transmissions--all pretty easy to check, but stringers--you need to do your homework. Checking engine
Mount bolts is a quick check. If they turn easily and won't torque down, it's game over. A soft floor typically, not always, indicates suspect stringers. Try to find out the history of the way the boat is kept and maintained. Stay away from any boats that are moored versus on a lift, and seek those garage-kept one-owner boats if at all possible.

Even a single season of mooring, especially without a cover and the floor, foam under the floor, and stringers can go bad. Better yet--look for an all glass boat, which I think wrt Nautiques began in 1993.


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