Chaparral Sunesta

2003 Chaparral Sunesta 223 Deck/Bowrider Boat with Volvo 5.0 Gxi 270 HP I/O.

I took this boat over from my father in law earlier this year and began resurrection after not running for 2 years (it was winterized prior to stoppage and stored by Seel's Outboard in Charleston). New Battery, Oil, Oil Filter, Fuel Filter, Fuel pump service (cleaned out inside completely - this brand of Volvo is know for this), drained all gas, new gas with Sta-Bil, new iridium spark plugs. Pulled the elbows and risers and cleaned all rust seen - installed with new gaskets, ensured no leaks/issues. Complete flush of cooling system with derusting agent - engine runs very cool, but still warms properly.

Upholstery's a little rough due to age, but usable. Boat is pretty clean (2 days top to bottom when I took it over), no mold/mildew. I currently have it stored at a local storage lot. I would keep it, but father in law needs the money (retirement) and I have no time (National Guard).

Accessories all work, bilge pumps, blowers, lights etc. Cd player works. Trailer is aluminum 2 wheel with electric brakes. My 2004 Ford explorer tows this boat ok, a little "tail wag the dog" but controllable. Seloc manual, all paperwork included.

Starts right up, idles just fine, will happily start up onhose if interested. NADA says $13k for this boat in fair condition, I say less.