13 Whaler

Bruce · Post by **Bruce** » May 11th, '10, 07:55

Whats the value of a 13 whaler, new trailer, 40 Johnson electric start, console no bimini top.

Boat itself has iron stains from the sprinkler which can be cleaned out, carbs need rebuilding, teak benches and console need new varnish.

I can pick it up for 1k. Looking for something to teach the grandkids to fish that can also go in our FW canals for Bass.

In Memory of Vicroy · Post by **In Memory of Vicroy** » May 11th, '10, 08:52

Buy it quick. With a running motor its worth about 3-4K, in primo condition close to 6. The wood is mahogany. Barkeeper's Friend (an acid based scouring powder available at most groc. stores) will get the rust stains out easily.

I just finished the rehab of my 1962 13 footer and with the 30 Nissan - new plugs and water pump - she hauls boogie...maybe 30-35 mph with just me in her....forgot how much fun the little boat can be, and super stable and solid.

The bronze bitts near the bow and on each stern corner unscrew and are easily polished up like new in a drill press with some fine emery cloth. Do a google on "13 whaler" and you can find the original factory diagrams showing where the wood is in the hull and the wires for the running lights. If you need new decals for it, Magic Brush in FL still makies the originals for $25.

Buy it.

UV

Raybo Marine NY · Post by **Raybo Marine NY** » May 11th, '10, 10:41

even if you took the motor off and threw it away you could easily double your money should you decide to move to a different boat later on

13 Whalers sell like crazy, I sold one that a customer of mine asked me to sell before he even had it unhooked from his truck, called up another customer and told him to come down and check it out before I put the FOR SALE sign on it, 10 minutes later he came and bought it.

John F. · Post by **John F.** » May 11th, '10, 10:48

great deal, and the best boat for kids.

neil · Post by **neil** » May 11th, '10, 11:39

bruce buy it,quickly

randall · Post by **randall** » May 11th, '10, 14:18

i always liked em too. they go fast here when for sale.

Face · Post by **Face** » May 11th, '10, 14:44

Grew up with a whaler 11, stand on the side and try to flip it, not gonna happen.

My dad sold his 13 he grew up with, later regretted it.
I sold my 11 when I "needed" a car, dissapointed my dad, later regretted it. They're great boats and sell in no time.

Bruce · Post by **Bruce** » May 11th, '10, 14:53

Thanks for the advice. Deal is done.

neil · Post by **neil** » May 11th, '10, 15:46

face,jr has an 11 with a 25 that jp just redid the steering and we redid the maghagony this winter. second best boat ever built

Raybo Marine NY · Post by **Raybo Marine NY** » May 11th, '10, 16:59

the guy who bought the 13 has a 11 for sale if anyone is interested

In Memory Walter K · Post by **In Memory Walter K** » May 11th, '10, 17:01

I just came back from my marina where I saw a beautiful brand new 40th Anniversary 13' Boston Whaler with a new 40 hp Etec on it's transom. It's liner was in the original Whaler Blue and the Mahogany panels, bench and well cover were beautifully glossy finished as per the originals. Felt like a step back in time. I have NO idea of what it cost, nor did the Marina owner as it was trailed in by it's owner.

Harry Babb · Post by **Harry Babb** » May 11th, '10, 17:54

Do they have 2 of them.......I want one too.

Sounds like a steal of a deal

H

Face · Post by **Face** » May 11th, '10, 17:58

Neil, I hope jr holds on to it. My dad had mine made in to a super sport with the mahogany console. The decal said Joe's Whaler in place of Boston Whaler and he gave it to me for Christmas when I was probably 10. 30 hp Johnson would pull a slalom skier (we were skinny). So many good memories and I sold it to buy a car that didn't last.

Raybo, is the 11 painted or fresh bottom? Power or no?

We still have a 15 that is very similar to the 13, really flys with a 70 yammy. Women hate it with its low gunnels. Dad also has a 27 center console cuddy cabin with 250 etecs, fantastic boat that really performs well in a tight chop in the Chesapeake. 18 outrage is in my near future due to storage fees at a buddy's yard.

Mike Moran · Post by **Mike Moran** » May 11th, '10, 18:23

Bruce great buy you will love it .

Raybo Marine NY · Post by **Raybo Marine NY** » May 11th, '10, 19:31

Face wrote:
Raybo, is the 11 painted or fresh bottom? Power or no?

We still have a 15 that is very similar to the 13, really flys with a 70 yammy. Women hate it with its low gunnels. Dad also has a 27 center console cuddy cabin with 250 etecs, fantastic boat that really performs well in a tight chop in the Chesapeake. 18 outrage is in my near future due to storage fees at a buddy's yard.

I had a guy bring a 15 in last year with a 90 on it, that has to be a crazy ride

The 11 has power, I dont know if it has bottom paint or not, if you really want me to get more information I will, last I talked to him on Saturday it was still for sale. Some neighbors had said they wanted it but no one came forward with any cashola.

Face · Post by **Face** » May 11th, '10, 20:39

Raybo, I'm curious about it. Don't go out of your way but maybe pm me a name and phone number.

15 with a 70 does over 40 mph and you can almost get the whole hull out of the water with one person. Keep it trimmed down into the wind! I have been scared it would flip backward more than once.

70 and 90 3 cyl yamaha's have the same block/weight, I can't imagine.

JeremyD · Post by **JeremyD** » May 12th, '10, 10:11

I have a 9" BW Squall that I bought for $125

I can't believe the price some of these older whalers get. Just make sure the foam isn't water logged and you are good to go.

Ironman · Post by **Ironman** » May 12th, '10, 11:01

The 15 is the big jump up in ride... Ive had pretty much all of em more than once.. my 15 had a 90 to begin with .. after a couple rides I determined not the ride for my boys,a 70 on the 15 is plenty..
Wayne

Brewster Minton · Post by **Brewster Minton** » May 12th, '10, 13:40

Bruce, you got a deal. I talked to the Whaler dealer today, a 13' with a 40 and trailer is 12,900.00$. Thats without any goodies.

Raybo Marine NY · Post by **Raybo Marine NY** » May 12th, '10, 17:50

they usually throw those on sale for $9999, a mere bag of shells

Dug · Post by **Dug** » May 13th, '10, 07:07

Couple years ago I grabbed a 15' and redid it. I was bored, and wanted a winter project. Got a great deal on it. Lets just say I got bee stings when we went to hook up the trailer... And I had to replace the axle, suspension and tires etc.

It had a 70 on it, and it was a blast. I sold it to pay for the installation of my Yanmars.

I would do it again if the price were right.

Funny thing is the guy who bought mine, bought it sight unseen from Texas on the recommendation of his brother who was local. He owns a house at the mouth of our harbor, and the boat is in the water for 4 weeks a year now. The rest of the time its in the garage. I drive by it every time I head out in the Bertram and admire it. The whaler's are great boats.

My dad still has his 1987 25' Outrage. We won't let him sell it...

D

Bertramp · Post by **Bertramp** » May 13th, '10, 08:51

13' Whalers are the boat that started a great company ... and Ray Hunt had his hands in it too. In their class, they are the best and if you want fun for the bucks, you can't beat 'em. Over the years I've owned about five different 13s, three 15s and three 17s. Just sold a 13 in the fall to buy my 21 Whaler Impact (Whaler Commercial Division), it's a retired Police boat.

moguls2go · Post by **moguls2go** » May 13th, '10, 22:12

Maybe I'm telling you guys something you already know, but whalercentral.com is a great resource for all things "whaler"- much like this site for B31s.

Bertramp · Post by **Bertramp** » May 14th, '10, 08:39

also try www.continuouswave.com
Funny ... there's a "Bertramp" on there too ! .... hhmm

Face · Post by **Face** » May 14th, '10, 12:16

For anyone interested, the Whaler 11 mentioned by Raybo is available in Amityville, NY. Seller asking $3300 with 28 hp electric start, "sport" package, meaning mahogany side console. Trailer available without registration. I'm going to hold off until my 28 is in the water.
-Joe

Face · Post by **Face** » May 14th, '10, 12:17

Ahh, forgot to mention, bottom is painted.

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