2006 Moomba Outback V Gravity III - how does this price look to you guys?

[evelknielle]

Hi guys,

First time newbie here. Looking to buy my first wake boat, and this 2006 Outback V seems to fit the bill for our needs.

What do you all think about the pricing for this guy? My main concern is the 100 hours on a 2006.

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bod/d/granite-bay-moomba-outback/7487947724.html

Thanks in advance.

[Mxmark4]

Treat the 100 hours as a hazard not a positive. Offer a price that can cover you having coolant and fuel lines replaced, impeller replaced fluids serviced etc. I would rather buy a higher hour boat with good service records than a low hour boat. People with low hour boats always think they command a premium and that they have some rare boat. It just means they didnt get to have as much fun if you ask me.

[sandm]

i'm with mx. I got ahold of my g'pas old 77 ford f150 at 75000 miles back in 2005(had 4k in the prior 10 years up to me getting it) and I spent a grand in the first 4 months replacing belts/hoses and the such from lack of use. it'll be similar with that boat and judging by the tears in the back sundeck and fading on the boat/trailer it's been stored outside for part of it's life so I'd bet money it'll have some rubber rot in the engine bay.
personally I wouldn't pay more than mid20's for it as it's likely needing a lot of stuff replaced and it's a outback v, not what most want in today's surf-centric world. it'll surf but back in '06 there are boats that were MUCH better at it. my supra was a very similar hull and we never looked back when we moved to a slightly larger and deeper boat..

that outback will slalom and wakeboard like crazy tho......

[2in2out]

A boat that was housed in Granite Bay with that low of hours, and on a 2nd owner, was neglected. Even if it was garaged, it was neglected.

Wouldn’t offer over $20k. Ask for a marine survey by a surveyor of your own choosing. $500 is better than throwing endless amounts at a $20k pit.


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[evelknielle]

Thanks guys. You confirmed my suspicions.

Given that our budget is this price point, what boats/models would you recommend from this time period that would serve a family looking to get into surfing?

[evelknielle]

Amendment: I’m still convinced an outback v could provide what we’re looking for (I’ve seen enough online to convince me that we could create a wave that works for us). So other than an appropriately priced outback v with proof of upkeep.

[htfit]

I loved my outback and was able to get an Awesome wave out of it.

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[brad460]

The hours seem suspicious, but only looking at it in person can verify.

That being said, I personally wouldn’t be as nervous about the hours as others because I could evaluate the condition myself easily. May depend on your ability to properly inspect everything…take it for a nice test ride, check everything for function..cooling system, etc.

We had a 04 Mobius which I believe is the hull- this is the boat we learned to surf with just 750 lbs in the rear locker.

[evelknielle]

Thank you all once again for the helpful input. Here is a short running video of the engine:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=dzwIbeB7nVI&feature=share

[brad460]

Swim deck beat up, but that can be fixed- looks like someone back the boat/trailer into something.

Oil pressure and temp look good. Clearly the boat was always kept indoors.

I wouldn’t exclude this boat - it’s worth a closer look and test drive. Too bad your not in WI I’d come with you to inspect.

Maybe there is another forum member in your area who knows these boat .

[HFarr]

You can always make them an offer for a bit less so you have some room for unexpected repairs if they arise. I don't know of too many people or places that list their lowest price as a starting point. Unless they have some immediate need to sell. There are always exceptions. Look up other sources, iboats, only inboard, boats.com etc. For similar boats and prices. Of course condition is a big factor! It appears to be in good shape considering the age.

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[2in2out]

Since it’s on consignment, my bet is that they’ve set a number, and the dealer will be taking 7-10% of the purchase price.


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[sandm]

Amendment: I’m still convinced an outback v could provide what we’re looking for (I’ve seen enough online to convince me that we could create a wave that works for us). So other than an appropriately priced outback v with proof of upkeep.

I should clarify. the outback will create a wave to surf just like our launch20 did. very similar hulls. my point is more if you can pony up or search for a larger boat, long term you will be money ahead. there are countless stories of guys just like me and assume htfit as well that started out in the smaller hulls and went larger. for us at our ages now(mid 40's and 50's) we would be happy to tool around in an outback and get an ok surf wave but 15 years ago when we went out multiple times a weekend with larger crews, the larger hull was something we wished we would have done from the start. would have saved us the upgrade coin, made time on the water a whole lot more "spacious" with a bigger boat and not have bags everywhere.

either way good luck in the hunt... there's bargains out there if you're ready to jump when you find them.

[Jimm]

3 years ago when I bought my 1 owner 04 with 212 hours on it, I paid $16,000 from the dealer that sold the boat originally and did all the maintenance over the years. They also had a very similar model to the one you are looking at that was $23,000 with close to 500 hours. It was in pristine condition and the dealer had replaced every necessary hose and belt, etc. Now, I know things are more expensive in California, but that is overpriced in my opinion.