Hey guys -
I've been driving past this boat for several months now...all I was able to see from the road was the enclosed pilot house. I love this look...totally my style (not to mention the fact I've always wanted a Grady...bonus!). Today, I stopped by the house to ask about the boat...the lady said 'her brother in-law owns it...he doesn't live here". I asked if I can snap a few pics and leave my number in case its for sale. From the looks of it, the boat hasn't been moved in years! Its piled up with junk inside it. The hull looks to be solid and it all seems 'to be there'. Stupid me but I didn't get a good look at the engine or its condition. From what I can see it needs a lot of TLC...and then who knows what I'll uncover. I have a feeling I'll get a call from this guy considering it looks like he isn't doing much with the boat.
So...
-Anybody know what year/make/model it is?
-What do I look for, any problems this boat is prone to? (Gas Tank, Transom, rot/soft spots in certain places)
I currently own a '78 Mako 23' CC, so I'm pretty familiar with the usual problems these type of boats have...I'm just wondering if there is anything specific to the Grady's (Like there is for the Mako's).
Also, was the pilot house an add on or something factory?
Any help would be appreciated, Thanks.
I've been driving past this boat for several months now...all I was able to see from the road was the enclosed pilot house. I love this look...totally my style (not to mention the fact I've always wanted a Grady...bonus!). Today, I stopped by the house to ask about the boat...the lady said 'her brother in-law owns it...he doesn't live here". I asked if I can snap a few pics and leave my number in case its for sale. From the looks of it, the boat hasn't been moved in years! Its piled up with junk inside it. The hull looks to be solid and it all seems 'to be there'. Stupid me but I didn't get a good look at the engine or its condition. From what I can see it needs a lot of TLC...and then who knows what I'll uncover. I have a feeling I'll get a call from this guy considering it looks like he isn't doing much with the boat.
So...
-Anybody know what year/make/model it is?
-What do I look for, any problems this boat is prone to? (Gas Tank, Transom, rot/soft spots in certain places)
I currently own a '78 Mako 23' CC, so I'm pretty familiar with the usual problems these type of boats have...I'm just wondering if there is anything specific to the Grady's (Like there is for the Mako's).
Also, was the pilot house an add on or something factory?
Any help would be appreciated, Thanks.