Checkmate Spectra 170br Merc 150XR...MINT!!!

[jrumon]

OK guys, I have 4 boats and hope I don't regret this...but I decided to put my mint little C'Mate up for grabs and keep looking for a clean 21'er to come along before summer... Here it is:

1989 Checkmate Spectra 170 open bow with original Merc 150HP-XR motor. This thing is near immaculate inside and out. The boat exterior, interior, and motor are super super clean!!! This is a fresh water Michigan boat that was garage kept and used only a few weekends a year. Motor looks and runs like new...tests 125psi on all 6 cylinders cold! Boat is white with blue stripes and red accents (no metal flake)...has matching white interior with blue & red accects (see photos). This boat will seat 7 adults (rated for 8), has the lift-out center windsheild section, a 29 gallon fuel tank (that sould last a while), 3 gallon oil injection tank, dual ride-guide steering system, tons of in-boat storage, the factory rear boarding ladder, and a completely new marine stereo system (installed summer 2003). I planned on keeping this thing, so I bought a brand new marine battery, brand new full cover, and a brand new 21p ski prop. This boat is very clean, turn-key, and water ready! It is sitting on the original Shorelander trailer - newer tires, bearing buddies, ect.(but could use paint to be mint). This is a $7500+ package in the spring with the trailer redone. Checkmate forus members...first $6500 cash takes it (US funds) firm. I am located in Livonia, Michigan (SE lower Michigan area between Ann Arbor & Detroit). Thanks, Jim.

"Check" it out...First $6500 cash gets it!!!
Call 734-261-4351 evenings or e-mail me for info or more photos at: jrumon@yahoo.com

[jrumon]

OK guys, I have 4 boats and hope I don't regret this...but I decided to put my mint little C'Mate up for grabs and keep looking for a clean 21'er to come along before summer... Here it is:

1989 Checkmate Spectra 170 open bow with original Merc 150HP-XR motor. This thing is near immaculate inside and out. The boat exterior, interior, and motor are super super clean!!! This is a fresh water Michigan boat that was garage kept and used only a few weekends a year. Motor looks and runs like new...tests 125psi on all 6 cylinders cold! Boat is white with blue stripes and red accents (no metal flake)...has matching white interior with blue & red accects (see photos). This boat will seat 7 adults (rated for 8), has the lift-out center windsheild section, a 29 gallon fuel tank (that sould last a while), 3 gallon oil injection tank, dual ride-guide steering system, tons of in-boat storage, the factory rear boarding ladder, and a completely new marine stereo system (installed summer 2003). I planned on keeping this thing, so I bought a brand new marine battery, brand new full cover, and a brand new 21p ski prop. This boat is very clean, turn-key, and water ready! It is sitting on the original Shorelander trailer - newer tires, bearing buddies, ect.(but could use paint to be mint). This is a $7500+ package in the spring with the trailer redone. Checkmate forus members...first $6500 cash takes it (US funds) firm. I am located in Livonia, Michigan (SE lower Michigan area between Ann Arbor & Detroit). Thanks, Jim.

"Check" it out...First $6500 cash gets it!!!
Call 734-261-4351 evenings or e-mail me for info or more photos at: jrumon@yahoo.com

[Chris]

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[jrumon]

Thanks Chris! Photos look great...
"A picture is worth a thousand words"...
Any interested parties contact me at:
734-261-4351 or e-mail: jrumon@yahoo.com
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[175checkmate]

Jim, do you still have the starflight?
Got a buddy who is drooling all over the pictures of your boat. He has you email, so hopefully he will contact you soon.

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1975 Checkmate Tri-mate 2, 2.4 200+ / Sky jacker 6" plate / 25p Laser 2 prop, Currently the boat is undergoing overhaul.

[JW]

Neighbor is still interested Jim, can you give the year for the XR2, or do you know the serial number?
Thanks!

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Checkmates owned: 1995 Pulsare 2100BR/1995 Mercury Promax 225 2.5 EFI. 1995 Persuader 183/4.3 LX V6. 1992 Pulse 171/1992 Mercury XR6 150 hp 2.5 liter.

[Chris]

This boat looks like it just spent the winter at the factory getting the full resto treatment.

And it's original!

Mint is an understatement! http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

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[jrumon]

Chris...Thanks for the comments..It is VERY clean! Like I said, I'd be supprised if it has 50 hours on it since new! http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

JW...I was told this boat and motor where purchased NEW together back in 1989. I'm assuming the motor was new XR2 left-over crate 87-88 model? Serial # is B221627...It still looks new inside & out...tests 125psi on all 6 cold. Let me know what year it is and we'll post it too... http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

I've had 5 inquire (e-mail) about more info & photos but all from too far away... Great deal for $6500...get it before my "wife" changes my mind into keeping it. Thanks, Jim. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

[JW]

I looked on Mercury Parts Express web site and it told me this:
MERCURY (2.0L)
Serial Number: 0B221627 Model Number: 1150766
but it didn't get me the year. NADA shows anywhere from 1985 to 1987 for the 2.0L XR2, with 1988 as the first year for the 2.4L XR4. So it's probably a leftover '87 but can't be sure. A boat dealer may be able to pinpoint it.

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Checkmates owned: 1995 Pulsare 2100BR/1995 Mercury Promax 225 2.5 EFI. 1995 Persuader 183/4.3 LX V6. 1992 Pulse 171/1992 Mercury XR6 150 hp 2.5 liter.

[jrumon]

Thanks JW...I have the original owners manuals for the boat and motor as well... I couldn't find a motor year on it either. I assuming probably a leftover 87??? Reguardless, this motor looks "showroom new" under the covers (you could eat off it!), tests out as "like-new", runs "like-new" and looks "like-new". http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Come check it out...you can't get any CLEANER than this BOAT or MOTOR!!! Jim. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

[jrumon]

P.S...I also heard that 1988 was a change over year between the XR2 and XR4...so this could also be an early '88 motor (not that it really matters)...65 MPH with a 23p stainless... Jim.

[jrumon]

YES...it's availble... MAY ALSO TRADE???
Later model car, truck, suv...(1996 up)?

Ford Focus ZX3 or ZX5 (w/5-speed), Mustang GT, Camaro Z-28, Firebird, Trans-Am, etc.

I will pull it out of garage, rinse it off, clean up the trailer, and get better photos next weekend....best to e-mail me direct at jrumon@yahoo.com if interested. Jim.

[jrumon]

Anyone interested, I just got the Spectra out of the garage and shot some current photos on 3-1-04... Shows better details, side view, cover, etc. It will be going in boat trader the end of this month for more $$$$...boating seasons coming soon. This thing needs NOTHING and is turn-key water ready...first $6500 gets it! Jim. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif
Call me if your serious at 734-261-4351 evenings or jrumon@yahoo.com for new photos

[jrumon]

AVAILABLE...much interest and e-mails, but NO lookers yet...first to SEE IT will BUY IT..this thing is CLEAN and a steal for $6500!!!

Just wanted to let everyone know that this is your last chance for it at an off-season deal... It will be going in Boat Trader paper and BoatTraderOnline end of March for $7000. Don't wait much longer... Jim.

[Chris E]

For those interested in the history of their Merc outboards and stern drives, just ask!!!

This fella is a 1986 MERCURY 150XR2 ELPTO invoiced to the selling dealer in 1990 (that's a little odd), registered to the owner in august 1990. No warranty work has been done to it. Was registered on a Spectra. Info from Mercury's dealer website - membership has it's privlages.

[jrumon]

Thanks Chris E... YOU ARE A GREAT "LINK" FOR ANYONE PURCHASING A USED BOAT (like BOATFAX)!!!

YES... I was told the boat was purchased "new" in 1990... Thanks for the info...seams that Mercury sold some NEW left-over motors (apparently it's a fairly common thing with boat motors, motorcycles, snowmobiles, personal watercrafts, etc. on left-over inventory)...
Anyway, this boat/motor/trailer package all arrived as all NEW in Aug. of 1990 (even though the boat is an '89). None the less...the boat & motor looks like it has 50 HOURS on it since NEW...no kidding!!! It was garage kept, fresh water boat...NEW full cover, marine battery, and 21p ski-prop...all 100% water ready & clear title. Bring $6500 cash & go Checkmating that same day! Absolutely NO disappointments!!! http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

P.S. Sorry guys, the price will go up on March 26th (It will be in BoatTrader for $7000)... http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/jpshakehead.gif

[Chris E]

No problem - just wish i had the money to take that boat off your hands!!

[jrumon]

3-19-04 and spring is in the air!!! http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/bounce.gif
It's.... going once.... going twice...

[jrumon]

Was SOLD TWICE!!!...
But 1st guy couldn't get a loan...
Sold again but wife had a hissy about how fast it was...(60+MPH)???

So it's AVAILABLE again, water ready, and you can see it now on www.boattraderonline.com (http://www.boattraderonline.com) (better photo) and coming out in Michigan Boat Trader Magizine for $7000/offer...(still $6500 to forum member)

Extremely nice boat for the money!!! Jim http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

[jrumon]

Still available... I had it out this weekend for a few hours and this thing runs GREAT!!!

Screams onto plane with the 21p ski prop, handles very well (stable & dry)... Great boat...I wish it was a 21 footer!!!

Boating season is starting...Nice Checkmate open bow for only $6500... Jim.
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[JUPITER PULSARE]

HEY JRUMON, IF YOU GET ANY BUYER THAT CAN'T AFFORD YOUR SPECTRA PLEASE SEND THEM MY WAY, I HAVE THE SAME BOAT AS YOURS WITH THE SAME POWER BUT IS PROBABLY NOT PERFECT AS YOURS. I WILL SELL MY SPECTRA FOR $5000. I NEED THE BUCKS SO I CAN BUY A MOTOR FOR MY PULSARE 2100. CALL STEVE AT (954)401-7296.

[jrumon]

Steve...that be a "hell-of-a-road-trip" for someone interestd in mine in Michigan to see your in Florida!!! These little spectras are great boats... sure the heck beats spending $20,000 on one of those "jet bath tubs" that goes 50mph and uses 4 times the gallons per hour!

Great deal if your looking for a VERY CLEAN sharp looking Checkmate open bow, that will seat 7-8 people, will do 60+MPH, can be towed buy a mini-van (under 2000lbs), will fit in a standard garage, and is a great ski boat to take the family & friends out in... $6500! Call me........Jim.

[JUPITER PULSARE]

HEY JRUMON, IF THEY MAKE THE TRIP AT LEAST THEY CAN GO BOATING IMMEDIATELY AND ENJOY SOME FLORIDA SUNSHINE AT THE SAME TIME!!!

[jrumon]

OK guys... I had this 170 spectra in the water a second time and this thing is a great little boat!!! Runs flawless, smooth, powerful... I almost hate to sell it but I have 4 boats again (not including 3 PWC's, and two sail boats)... and I'm finishing up my 100+mph "boy toy" boat soon... Something has to leave the garage so I have space to work!!!
Forum members DEAL... WAS $6500...
MAKE REASONABLE OFFER and it might be yours!

[jrumon]

Trailer just repainted in the dark royal blue to match the accent stripes on the hull... Man this thing looks great on or off the trailer now!!! http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/surf.gif

P.S. The XR2 motor is the factory "high-perf" unit... I have a the broucher on it: factory installed motor cover louvers, special exhaust, 6000rpm range, etc. This XR2 is the bass-boat "cheater" motor and probably is closer to 175 (sure runs like it)! http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

REALLY nice package deal ready for summer fun...for $6500 you can't beat it!! I have new photos available if you want to see it now... http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif
E-mail me directly: jrumon@yahoo.com

[jrumon]

SOLD...SOLD...SOLD... http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/xxrotflmao.gif

On it's way to it's new home in St.Louis! http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/surf.gif

Enjoy the boat Don... Thanks, Jim. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

[JW]

Congrats to Jim and Don! That XR2 was quite the runner. My dealer buddy that sold us our XR6 way back said that the XR2 was a screamer.......

[JUPITER PULSARE]

I SOLD MY SPECTRA 170 WITH AN XR2 A COUPLE WEEKS AGO. IN SEVEN YEARS THE ONLY THING I'VE EVER REPAIRED WAS A TRIM SOLENOID. OTHER THAN NORMAL MAINT. IT WAS A GREAT MOTOR, GREAT SOUNDING EXHAUST AND PUSHED MY SPECTRA TO 55 PLUS MPH ALL DAY LONG WITH A HI-FIVE PROP.

[92Enticer]

Wow some great boats, very glad to hear you were able to give them new good homes.