With regards to buying from a dealer, years of buying used cars from dealers has really made it clear how little you can do in disputes without going through major legal hoops and headaches. Im sure they wont be like that but generally speaking its not something i look at with much confidence or give it to much weight.[/QUOTE]
I also hate buying stuff from dealers too they usually carry a substantial price premium (2-3k probablyin this case) & they know exactly what the bare minimum of cover is they need to give.
Id much rather buy from an enthusiastic owner who is keen to demonstrate his item & shows some pride in it and wants the new owner to enjoy it like he has. Obviously you as a buyer need to engage with the seller meet them & ensure they are enthusiastic & find evidence that they have used & cared for the boat the way you'd expect.
Often you end up with the seller throwing in accessories or extras that a dealer would keep to one side.
I do tend to agree with poly though re current pricing & the potential for big drops in value although that might not happen & lifes too short to wait for the ultimate bargain.
If I was in your position I think id look at something slightly older & cheaper to get me out on the water & a feel for things then think about upgrading when the market has leveled. A 30% hit on a 10k boat is better than a 30% hit on a 20k boat but that drop may never happen.
Only you can decide what you want & what your comfortable with buying. On the face of it compared to what's about just now your pals boat looks a reasonable deal. As spring approaches more stuff will come onto the market, whether more buyers are about to snap them up is anyones guess
Good luck!
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Has more deck area and longer hull than an equivalent length RIB.
