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Going Shopping!
I am going tomorrow to look at a 1999 Z280. It only has 135 hours on it, according to the owner he didnt have time to use it. It has a 7.4L EFI with BIII. What do I look for when I get there? Anything in particular?
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Look at everything you can possibly look at! Pay close attention to things like interior parts, and especially irreplaceables, like dashes, windsheilds, galley furniture and molding, and decorative parts. Canvas, vinyl, electronics, engine, outdrive, these things can always be repaired or replaced. Is it on a trailer, or is it stored in the water? If you can, take her for a test drive and see how the engine runs. Before you sign on the deal, it'd be worth it to have a marine surveyor look over the entire boat, as they can usually find many things. It'll probably cost at least a hundred dollars, but it'll be worth it in the long run. Also, feel free to take pics and post them up here for advice from us!! :)
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looks nice! Check the engine mounts for corrosion, my 99 7.4 mounts are in need of some attention. Take her out for a good run and watch the temp gauge. Good luck.
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Shes actually in a barn at the moment, so I will hook up the bibs and make the most of it.
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Man, looks to be in great shape! I can't see anything that I'd be concerned about. But the test drive will be the real determining factor. Like aquaknot said, keep your eye on the temp gauge.
I noticed the OH registration, and the dealer sticker for Columbus OH, is that where the boat is located? If you don't mind, what's the seller's asking price? |
HHhmmm, I feel threatened! :shakehead:
Ill tell you tomorrow after I see it. $29990 |
I have a Z276 witch is the basically same boat. I wouldn't take any amount of money for it. I am on it every weekend. As for the survey I just had on done on my boat. you can expect to pay $10-$15 dollars a foot. I payed $12. It was worth it He found problems I did not know I had. Plus he explained things about my boat I didn't know. I wouldn't by another boat with one.
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That's not a bad price at all! Especially in the condition it's in! Is the seller willing to let you test drive it, or are you just going to run it on muffs with a hose attached? I'd definitely insist on a water test drive before making any solid deals.
Don't feel threatened... I've got my eyes set on a Z308. Once I win the lottery. :D |
Sorry I meant I wouldn't buy without one. She looks like a great boat! By the way thats about what I paid for my 1997 2yrs ago.
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I will insist on a water trial before final purcahse. |
Looks like I am driving down tomorrow to visual inspect. I then will drive back down again for water test/pickup. He agreed to water trial/survey before final payment. Its just south of Toledo, OH.
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Good luck
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Keep in touch maybe we can fiqure out some of the details of how the boat works and operates. I did get all operating and owners manuals with mine so if you have any questions let me know. |
Scotty
We will be starting our 4th season shortly with our 99 z280.We have been correcting problems since we bought her but, now have most taken care of.Here are a couple of areas that you should take a good look at and make sure they work properly:
All pumps (bilge (2), freshwater pump) Electrical shorts (we have a 3 battery system with 2500w inverter but have had to add an additional charging system because batteries were always going dead.) When you try the boat ,make sure you take it for a proper water test and have a mechanic hook scanning tool to engine computer to verify hours. Test all tanks for leaks as ours now has a small leak in the waste tank (from pumpout suction) Removing tank for repair. Make sure water heater is in working order. Good luck , |
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What did you have to add extra. I had an additional battery added to mt cabin last year. But my batteries still die when I run my refrigerator. I have had my inverter and alt. checked everything seem to work OK. Just not enough juice. |
Whew what a trip. Six hours driving there and back today. It looks really clean. A few minor issues:
Several stress cracks up top There are 2 drains by the windlass, theyre both broken off GPS unit screen fading, should be replaced. Its such a large unit and has a remote receiver on the passenger dash area, may leave holes Started up just fine, hesitated a bit when we reved it, cleared right up One bolt that holds the back seat support to the wall is gone and its loose. I wouldnt have a clue where to go to reconnect it, maybe through the engine compartment? 1/2" tear on one seat The front board below the mic looks stressed, may replace it There are 3 batteries, an inverter, and a charger. Not sure if its enough or not? By the time i got there, someone else had already been and verbally agreed. I finally got him to take a deposit, reluctantly. He seemed honest enough, but I dont get why he wouldnt take a deposit over a verbal commitment. I will find out monday though for sure, but I sure hope it goes my way. |
scotty
For our charging problem we added a True Charge 20amp charging system.This season we are also adding a Honda EU2000ic portable generator for those weekends we are out on the hook.
Since we have had the boat this is a partial list of what we have fixed or replaced: replaced tv (missing) -- added flat screen Sharp / with dvd player. replaced cabin stereo -- one stereo runs whole boat -- pioneer head unit with xm satellite radio and 1000watt amp driving pioneer 6.5 in. and 8in spkers. replaced global map unit (missing ant.) -- with Lorance 332 gps/fishfinder unit /with navionics map added snap in lounger on the fore deck added travel cover replaced both bilge pumps rebuilt engine at 135 hrs. (at which point we found out that we had bought a repossed boat) added legs to fold down seats for added support. added tv antenna Our first experience with a used boat purchase.Although we have a great boat , the old saying "buyer beware" sometimes still holds true. |
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