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I have an '86 SN 2001. It was somewhat neglected when I purchased it, having sat for a number of years on the eastern side of the Sierras. Nevertheless, I was just excited to ski and it was a dream to have a SN (...upgrade from an old 16' Glastron 65hp OB). I was gifted a barefoot boom which has been awesome for getting my young kids on the water.
Over time, I've done necessary repairs/upgrades and it's been tons of fun. Mechanically, it's in good shape, considering it's nearly 40yrs old (351 Windsor). I did remove the floor several years ago, inspected the stringers, replaced the marine ply, re-glassed, and ultimately re-carpeted and re-upholstered. It has about 1600hrs.
I looked for a model 2001 for a long time before purchasing my current SN. It is, in my mind, the quintessential ski boat.
All said, we've out-grown our SN, a common sentiment within these forums. I'd hate to get rid of it but also don't see the sense in having an extra boat should I find something a little newer/bigger. Any thoughts/suggestions for pricing an '86 SN 2001? It's not perfect by any means but looks nice and is ready to go.
Also, any insights into a newer CC with a little more room for family/friends without making major compromises on ski-ability? I'd like to stay in a direct-drive boat, if possible, and am pretty loyal to the CC brand. Sport nautiques seem pretty rare in my area and the price reflects it. I did come across a '99 pro air nautique but it seems there's mixed feeling re. the TWC hull design and, admittedly, the boat was a little rough and over-priced at $18k despite 550hrs.
Thoughts/suggestions?
Over time, I've done necessary repairs/upgrades and it's been tons of fun. Mechanically, it's in good shape, considering it's nearly 40yrs old (351 Windsor). I did remove the floor several years ago, inspected the stringers, replaced the marine ply, re-glassed, and ultimately re-carpeted and re-upholstered. It has about 1600hrs.
I looked for a model 2001 for a long time before purchasing my current SN. It is, in my mind, the quintessential ski boat.
All said, we've out-grown our SN, a common sentiment within these forums. I'd hate to get rid of it but also don't see the sense in having an extra boat should I find something a little newer/bigger. Any thoughts/suggestions for pricing an '86 SN 2001? It's not perfect by any means but looks nice and is ready to go.
Also, any insights into a newer CC with a little more room for family/friends without making major compromises on ski-ability? I'd like to stay in a direct-drive boat, if possible, and am pretty loyal to the CC brand. Sport nautiques seem pretty rare in my area and the price reflects it. I did come across a '99 pro air nautique but it seems there's mixed feeling re. the TWC hull design and, admittedly, the boat was a little rough and over-priced at $18k despite 550hrs.
Thoughts/suggestions?
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