In search of good boat?

Ive got a friend who is in search of a good first fishing boat. He's been keeping an eye out with no real luck so i told him id post on here.Looking for something that maybe hasnt made into wheels and deals or craigslist something maybe that just sitting in someones driveway with a for sale sign on it. He's wanting aluminum or fiberglass,16'-18' possibly duel console motor size not a big issue. Just prefers the boat to be in good shape(no fixer-uppers) I believe he's looking for something 7000 or lower. If you know of something please post.

I'll give you a pm later,I may decide to get rid of mine...perfect first boat!!!

Call S&R Marine in Beardstown. He is a high volume dealer and usually the lowest price in my area. I'm 100 miles from him and he is the only guy who touches my motors, Eastside marina in Springfield also has done me good on the 2 boats I have now, Not sure what part of Il you are in but that's my 2 cents plus this is the best time to buy a boat

Mine made it to Craigslist, still for sale. Turn key ready. 2000 G3 PRO 175

thanx for reply i will relay them to friend. he lives in decatur and is looking for his first boat. He is hoping to find the perfect boat for himself at a good deal.Im posting for him because i had told him how i found the perfect ranger for sell on here for me and had first grabs at it. Im going to convince him the best thing to do after boat purchase is to become member of this great site. Please keep boats coming.

i have a 16ft aluminum fishing boat with a 50hp mercury for sale. its single console has a minn kota maxxum trolling motor. its in good shape. $5400. im in decatur. my number is 519 1832

hrb,

What year is it,and do you have any pics ?

2003 tracker grizzly 1754sc all welded boat. 17' long 54" wide on the bottom. 1992 evinrude 40hp 2 stroke w/ power trim n tilt. Runs awesome starts right up on coldest days. No nicks or dings in the prop or skeg, have a spare prop. Comes w 6gal fuel tank n hose, starting battery, lights, neomats on front and rear deck ( a big thick neoprene mat) 2 camo seats, seat posts. No leaks, no broken welds, floor is painted with spray on bedliner. All sitting a 2003 trailstar trailer with a swing away tounge, led tail lights and spare tire. $3500.

Another vote for Eastside Marine in Springfield. They had couple nice used set ups on website not long ago.

Greenhead 827 sounds like a nice rig as well.

2008 Tracker Pro Crappie 175

This is the one that he needs

2008 Tracker Pro Crappie 175

This is the one that he needs

The friend I posted this thread for has had some medical issues sneak up on him. So i believe the boat search must be postponed. But If everything works out the search will continue at a later date.

Please post the next search in the personal classified thread. You will do better there. I will lock this for now but we are not supposed to have personal ads on the state site. No big deal. I let this one go because it wasn't a normal "I'm selling this" post. Thanks. Dkb