My dad is wanting to buy a boat!?

we r looking for one close to ocala fl. we would like a key west or boston whaler from free to 5,000$. any info would help! thanks!My dad is wanting to buy a boat!?
Would have to agree with Woody. Used boats can be found in the $5000 price range that may need a little attention or could be ready to go.



You should check the local fishing goods stores, the local marinas and try and find a local boat shopper magazine. Check out the classified ads in your local papers.

If you can not find what you want then look on line, E-Bay, Craig's List, Boat Shopper and more.



Then you find one - you need to check it out to know what you are getting. Ask for a test ride, check out the steering, controls, electronics, navigation lights, etc. The motor should start easy, you may even want to have a mechanic check it out. If this is your first boat take some one with you that knows about boats to help check it out. Make sure all the safety equipment is in workable condition and current. anchor, PFDs, fire extinguisher, safety flares...



Take a boaters safety course for your safety and others.



Good Luck - Boat Safe!
I'm not sure why people have been so negative. You CAN find boats for that sort of price.



A Boston Whaler or a Key West might be a little ambitious though. Have a look on ebay. They have a huge boating section and it's your best chance to pick up a bargain. It's better to go with something small and manageable in good nick than to be tempted to buy a bigger boat that's going to require a lot of work. And try to see the engine running- either by video or in person- before parting with your hard-earned cash.



It's worth the effort though. Boating is the best thing in the world. And an older boat can be really rewarding.



Best of luck in your search.My dad is wanting to buy a boat!?
it depends on what type of fishing you plan to do?also will it be moored or will you trailer it?a fiberglass boat will give a better ride than an aluminium boat but will cost more in fuel(both in the water and trailering it),also it will be harder to get back on the trailer due to it's weight! also i think an aluminium boat is a lot easier to maintain.but i do agree with above answer in that, you get what you pay for(cheap is normally nasty).....hope it works out for you and......"tight lines"
Of course, they are all alike.. right.. so you wouldn't both telling us some of the DETAILS like HOW BIG and WHAT KIND OF CONDITION or POWER or SAIL... etc... you know... THOSE LITTLE UNIMPORTANT THINGS.



You are NOT going to get a boat that is worth the effort to fix up for FREE to $5000... You can either spend $15,000 on a boat that is ready to use, or you can buy one ofr $5000 and spend another $20,000 getting it ready to sail.. THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A FREE LUNCH when it comes to boats.My dad is wanting to buy a boat!?
Yes, its possible to get a used boat for that price.

Here are some listings for you

http://www.yachtcouncil.com/vessel-list.鈥?/a>
you will never find a boat that cheap. Boats are veryy expensive and gas is usually outrageous. Usually 5 dollars. Boats also come with a big responsibility.
Check Craigslist.org and boats.com maybe some local marinas. I'm sure you can find a nice little Boston Whaler around $5,000.
You can pick your town and price on this site. Good Luck!

http://www.boattrader.com/