Mastercraft Maristar 225VRS

1998 MasterCraft Maristar 225VRS

Same hull as the X-30(2001-2005)

23 feet 98 inch beam 3400 lbs.

LT-1 Corvette Engine upgrade-340 hp.

915 Hours

Tandem Axle MasterCraft Trailer-Good tires with spare-Boat Buddy II

MC Factory Installed X-30 Gen III Zero Flex Tower with Clamping wakeboard racks

Billet tower mirror

Bimini

Cover

Upgraded stereo-(2)12 inch subs, (2)6x9 bazooka speakers in rear, (2)6 1/2 Kenwood speakers in the bow and 2 Bazooka Tubby Tower speakers.-2 amps.

Dual batteries with switch

Depth Finder

Powered hydraulic rear sundeck

Upgraded MC graphics

Good condition for the year. Few scuffs and scratches as expected with a 98(pictures of the 2 worst scratches). Everything works as it should. Original interior is showing its age with probably 1-2 seasons left on the seat bottoms. Full tune up last fall: plugs, oil, transmission, exhaust hoses and more. Trailer completely gone thru last fall. Great chance to get into a 23 foot Vdrive for little money.

So here is the bad. Last week during a trade evaluation of the boat the dealer thought they heard a abnormal noise from the engine. We immediately took the boat to our servicing MasterCraft dealer to have it looked at. What they found was that the boat has low compression on the #7 cylinder. Its not super low but right at the edge of the allowable 10% variance. 170 psi vs. around 190 on the others. Let me stress that the boat is currently running as it should. If I didnt tell you about the compression you would never know. Im just being honest. The motor is likely starting to show internal wear which isnt abnormal for an engine with 900+ hours. The engine does not miss and runs as it should. Starts, idle and pulls as it should. I am pricing the boat based on the fact the dealer recommends a rebuild in the future. The dealer feels the boat has been running like this and will likely run for many more hours. Since no one can predict that, I am willing to take $6000+ less than comparable boats so you can cover a rebuild if and when it needs it. These boats routinely list from $22,000-24,000. Again I am just being honest. I have the dealers report you are welcome to read. I am happy to explain the issue and answer any questions. You are also welcome to have the boat inspected and whatever else makes you feel comfortable, prior to bidding. You wont find a nicer boat for the money. Like I said any boat of this year and hours could be in the same internal condition and youd never know. With mine I am compensating you for a new engine. I think thats really a fair deal. The MC deal commented on how clean the boat is and that its one of the nicest 98's they see.

I also have 2600 lbs of ballast I will include at additional cost(2x900 lb. and 1x800 lb. plus pump brand new). Brand new 3 year MN license and trailer tabs.

Please email any questions. I am happy to explain the condition as best I can. I have the boat for sale locally so I reserve the right to end the auction at any time. $500 deposit within 24 hours via paypal and balance to be paid within 10 days via cash or other certified funds(must be prearranged). Pick up within 10 days in Cottage Grove, MN unless other arrangements are agreed upon prior to bidding. Boat is at my house andavailablefor inspection prior to bidding if you want.