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    What would you pay for a 2001 Marlin?

    I know this is a forward question, but what price would you put on a 2001 Marlin in excellent condition? The boat carries two Yam 250 2 strokes that purrrrr. The boat is very clean with little visible wear and tare from use. The motors do not have an hour meter,,,:? There is a Furuno fish...
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    265 express or Marlin 300

    The cost to haul to haul out the boat isnt the concern. But when your adding up the expenses, it would be nice to bring it home and do it myself (waxing, power washing, tune ups zincs, oil changes etc) Those are the costs that are going to add up. It might be a fear of the unknown. I'm used...
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    265 express or Marlin 300

    @ $5 a mile I will be getting a 2nd job o run my next boat (265 or the Marlin) Lets hope that doesnt happen again. I think my bigger concerns are the costs and hastles associated with annual haul outs and maintanence. My current drive way is just long enuff to hold the 265 so I'd be able to...
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    265 express or Marlin 300

    Outstanding feedback! Just a little about what I will use it for: Northern California, winter delta fishing-summer crab, tuna and hopefully salmon (if it reopens). Some cruising and lots of overnighters etc. I have 2 boys and a wife that enjoy boating/fishing as much as me if not more. My boys...
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    265 express or Marlin 300

    ok GW Owners! I had my heart set on a 265 Express with the center helm and bench seating, but I just got turned onto a 2001 Marlin 300 in turn key condition (??) Price difference is around 15k (more for the Marlin) Seems like a lot more to offer on the Marlin. Any thoughts or input would greatly...