73 Seafari thoughts

[bassriverdoormatt]

Hi everyone, I'm in the process of looking for a first boat for myself and my girlfriend. I've been on boats since I was kid, fishing with my dad and Grandfather. They've all been center console outboards so an I/O is a little foreign to me. I found a 73 Seafari for sale that looks like its in decent shape for $1500. It has a Mercruiser motor and could use cushions and a headliner for the interior. I have yet to look at it but the seller says there are no soft spots and the outdrive has been gone through by a mechanic. What are your thoughts on this?

[NoBones]

For $1500, if you do not take it I will...

That cabin will be more fun than you can imagine !

[natecert]

Originally Posted by NoBones

For $1500, if you do not take it I will...

That cabin will be more fun than you can imagine !

Hot but good in the 100% RH>rain

Oh by the way where is this 1500 treasure? If U don't want it I will likely.

Near or on the sea.

Ed

[Dogbomb]

I have a '73 Seafari and I can tell you with certainty that is a fantastic boat.
Light enough to trailer anywhere, big enough to take on some nasty water,
roomy enough to fish, and that cabin is so dang useful.
Go for it. You'll be very happy.

[SailorChlud]

I completely concur. Snap it up before it is gone.

[jtharmo]

I am going to pile on. If you are in the northeast (or northwest for that matter) the extra protection from the cuddy and full windshield in spring and fall can lengthen our limited seasons. The size is perfect for a couple to handle at the dock, on the water and for camping.

[bassriverdoormatt]

Thanks for the responses! I'm unable to look at it right now but I am very interested in it. I've been doing some reading on here and they sound like solid boats. I have a feeling I'll be spending a lot more time on here in the future.

[Capt Terry]

Originally Posted by Dogbomb

I have a '73 Seafari and I can tell you with certainty that is a fantastic boat.
Light enough to trailer anywhere, big enough to take on some nasty water,
roomy enough to fish, and that cabin is so dang useful.
Go for it. You'll be very happy.

Hey Tony- I think of you occasionally as well as the other day when I mentioned you getting your Seafari transported from east to west coast. Sure hope your health is holding steady for you and your family, plus getting to use your Seafari! Continued best wishes.

[Vezo, Part II]

Nicely said Capt. Terry. Best wishes Brother.

Vezo, Part II

[JUST JOHN]

My folks bought a 77 seafari in 1978 from a neighbor... I grew up on it. It's in my hands now and this past weekend we had our madden voyage for the season. Great boat, great memories! Our kids love it too! My best friend growing up was in town and he got to tag along and pilot it for the first time since we were probably teenagers. He had nothing but good things to say; a nostalgic day for sure! Hoping to play hooky on Friday and camp on it with my GF on Fire Island. I love having the cabin for such adventures and keeping our stuff safe and dry... In fact, I'm racing the clock to refinish the teak door in time for the WE!

EDIT: sounds like a good deal. Here's one comp local to me FS:
https://longisland.craigslist.org/bo...607752571.html