WTB - 16' to 19' Arima

kriznol · August 05, 2020, 10:39:01 AM

I'm looking to buy a 16' to 19' Arima. I'd prefer something with more floor space, so a 17' Sea Chaser or 19' Sea Ranger would be ideal. My cash budget is $10K, but I might be interested in financing and going a litter higher if the boat was newer and a good fit.

Thanks!

Fisherdv · August 05, 2020, 10:53:45 AM

Would be helpful to know where you are located?

kriznol · August 05, 2020, 10:57:27 AM

Located in Coos Bay, Oregon. Willing to travel to adjacent states.

amazing grace · August 05, 2020, 09:31:36 PM

I assume you saw headducks 19SR skiptower. That is a nice set up.

kriznol · August 06, 2020, 09:32:15 AM

Yeah, that skiptop is a sweet boat. I was seriously considering a bank loan. It's just a bit out of my budget, though. Someday.

I'm currently looking pretty seriously at this 17' SC in Omak:

https://wenatchee.craigslist.org/boa/d/riverside-arima-sea-chaser/7148918139.html

Quote1985 17' Arima Sea Chaser. Custom top. 70 hp Johnson is the original motor with boat and runs excellent with low hours for a 1985. Boat has been stored in garage for last 10 years without use. Too nice of boat to not be used. Excellent fishing boat for large lakes and salt water. No electronics with boat. 10 hp kicker is optional (short shaft from a different boat). Calkins trailer has good tires. Boat is clean, flooring is solid, wood paneling in good condition.

What do guys think of the price? The hull looks to be in excellent condition, but I've seen some similar boats equipped with nice 4-stroke outboards, kickers, and electronics in the $13-15K range. What do you think would be fair offer?

Danno · August 06, 2020, 09:37:22 AM

You should be able to find a much better deal out there.

kriznol · August 06, 2020, 10:01:51 AM

Quote from: Danno on August 06, 2020, 09:37:22 AM
You should be able to find a much better deal out there.

What would you value that boat at?

Danno · August 06, 2020, 10:11:46 AM

PM sent

NWspeedthree · August 06, 2020, 05:50:06 PM

I emailed the guy in Omak and he took the boat in to a shop to have the main looked over as most the people that responded to his ad had reservations about the motor. Looks like a clean boat. I'm in the same position as you Kriznol looking for a 17 or 19. Probably going to wait until fall then start looking again. Good luck with the search

NWspeedthree · August 07, 2020, 12:03:21 PM

Just showed up on craigslist. Not mine and not the size I'm looking for.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/boa/d/bonney-lake-arima-sea-explorer-16ft/7173196858.html

kriznol · August 07, 2020, 01:08:03 PM

I think we're both in the same boat ... both looking for a 17' ... both posted up in front of our computers hitting the RELOAD button on Craigslist.

Quote from: NWspeedthree on August 07, 2020, 12:03:21 PM
Just showed up on craigslist. Not mine and not the size I'm looking for.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/boa/d/bonney-lake-arima-sea-explorer-16ft/7173196858.html

NWspeedthree · August 07, 2020, 02:01:15 PM

That is exactly it. Looking for a 17 hoping for a 19 in our price range :)

headduck · August 09, 2020, 05:39:51 AM

https://spokane.craigslist.org/boa/d/colville-1991-arima-sea-ranger-19/7170135073.html

This guy may be worthy of deeper investigation. Pretty close to value of hull and trailer.

kriznol · August 13, 2020, 01:32:32 PM

I just make it home with my new boat, a 19' Sea Ranger. Thanks to everyone who offered help, leads, and suggestions. This thread can be closed. I'll start a new thread in the general forum with some photos of the boat and a few questions that I have.

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WTB - 16' to 19' Arima