Hey y’all!! A little while back I posted a thread asking for boat opinions, and after deciding I was going to wait until next year to buy.....a deal came along that I didn’t think I should pass up. I bought a 1998 SeaArk ZX180 with the original Johnson 90HP 2-stroke motor on it, original trailer with new bearings and tires, a 24V 74lb thrust Minn Kota Maxxum, about the same age Humminbird 598 DI up front and 598 SI at the console, triple bank charger, and else working on the boat except the horn. Carpet is a bit faded and has a tear or two. One of the 5 original seats has a couple separations on it, but that’s the worst of them. Hull looks to be in great shape. Motor seems to be a little cold natured, but fired up second time no problem and sounded good on the ear muffs. Paid $4900 for it, and the man said he has all the original owners manuals and books somewhere in his house that he is looking for to give me.
Was that an okay deal? Are these boats okay even though it’s 22 years old now? Are those Johnsons any good or should I be saving up for replacement soon? I really love my dad’s 1652, so I’m hoping this boat is of similar quality.
This summer fishing game is tough! I’m ready for fall!
