Good price on 99 Epic 22

[jellydoughnut]

Hello I wanting to buy a new (to me) Epic 22.  The boat is a 99 with a monster wakeboard tower and a motor that was replaced about a year and a half ago, so it has around 50 to 100hrs the seller told me.  I was wondering if someone could give me some input what would be a good purchase price for me the buyer....not for him the seller. lol

anyway here is a link to it: http://www.boattrader.com/listing/1999-TOYOTA-MARINE-Epic-92522906

any input would be greatly appreciated.  I hope to be an epic owner soon!

[lilfoo2225]

well you came to the right place! im sure you will get lots of posts on this. looks like a real nice boat at a nice price. id jump on it but id try to talk him down a few grand. id also get a lil more info on the motor too. like why was the motor replaced? neglect or what? and who replaced and all that good stuff. and it looks familiar too...possibly this person is already a member of this site 

[eagle1wi]

ditto as lifoo - figure out why the engine was replaced as these motors are not known for "letting loose"  - if it sank I wouldn't buy it - if somebody neglected to replace the impeller and overheated it - it is probably just fine

it sounds like it has a story - as long as it is believable I wouldn't be too concerned as these boats are pretty much bulletproof, except the gauges on the earlier boats like this one, and mine

I'd see how bad they want to sell it - I don't think they are crazy price wise but it is January in MO - my best advice is to be patient as I bet their phone isn't ringing off the hook

[lilfoo2225]

thank you and i concur! it just sounds strange is all.  we all know what can happen if that impeller is neglected. plus it most likely was a rebuild than a new motor if anything. im guessing. just something id stay away from if i didnt have the paper work on that motor. like warranty and what all was done and why. theres shady peeps out there and if you dont know what your looking for they will see you coming a mile down the road! 

[cyclone]

That is a decent price, boat might have some issues. I'd start first by emailing the seller for the HIN. Put that HIN number into the Epic registry and see the original information on the boat and if it has been registered. If so, write down the username. Then, do a search for that username on the forum for all posts. You might turn up some very pertinent information.

[BA2397]

Hey Jellydoughnut.

I'm the previous owner of that 99 Epic.  I traded it to Westport Yacht Club for a new Mastercraft.  The boat is excellent and I loved everything about it.  I just needed something more suitable for pulling tournaments.  I'm close friends with Matt at Westport and I can assure you he will take great care of you.

The motor was replaced by a dealer in Florida who sold Epic boats.  The owner prior to me used the boat in salt water and did not take care of the motor.  So it had to be completely replaced.  I owned the boat for 2yrs with the new motor and had 0 problems.  I can assure you we used the boat ALOT!

While I owned it I had the boat repainted with a new gel coat.  I also had the trailer overhauled with new bunkers, carpet, paint and replaced the fenders.  It also has 4 brand new tires.  I also had a lot of upholstery work done inside the boat.  It was professionally cleaned each year. 

I would be more then willing to talk to you via the telephone about the boat if you wish.  Just e-mail me at ba2397@yahoo.com with your name and phone number. 

Do you live in MO? 

Best of luck

Brandon

[lilfoo2225]

ah i knew it!  well sounds like a great deal then and explains the motor replacement. 

[jellydoughnut]

awsome, lilfoo you have a pretty good memory.  i am supposed to go down in about a week and a half to see/drive and prob buy unless there is an unforeseen problem .....but with everything i have read on the forum i would expect it to be ok.

[bullet1w]

Off topic Just for Lilfoo2225.  I like the Jelly Doughnut name


   
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    Private Gomer Pyle: Sir, a jelly doughnut, sir!
    Gunnery Sergeant Hartman: A jelly doughnut?!
    Private Gomer Pyle: Sir, yes, sir!
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    Gunnery Sergeant Hartman: Are you allowed to eat jelly doughnuts, Private Pyle?
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    Private Gomer Pyle: Sir, because I'm too heavy, sir!
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    Private Gomer Pyle: Sir, yes, sir!
    Gunnery Sergeant Hartman: Then why did you hide a jelly doughnut in your foot locker, Private Pyle?
    Private Gomer Pyle: Sir, because I was hungry, sir!
    Gunnery Sergeant Hartman: Because you were hungry?

[lilfoo2225]

geez here we go again! 

[PSullivan3]

well golllllly sir