I hear ya. But I think 10k would be giving the boat away. Sure, it needs engines and trannies. But there is ALOT there. All the rigging, mounts, electricals, Mayfair FULL hydraulic steering system, a/c, Generator(needs work but all there) Full autometer gauges (27 total between driver and pass side) Stereo system, full camper enclosure with bimini tops, Custom aluminum powdercoated swim platform, microwave, two sinks, fridge, triple bank battery charger, docking lights, mechanical indicators, k planes, steel triple axle trailer, so on and so on.
Theres old 38 Cigarette flatdecks that need TOTAL restorations, missing engines, drives, upholstery shot, in need of paint, sitting for years. To me, thats a PROJECT!! And they are still priced from 20-30k.
Basically, if someone has some motors ready to drop in, the boat would/could be running in a weekend. As a matter of fact, the motors are still in it and if it was warmer i'd be out on it.
The 357 SR1 is a awesome boat, i always liked them. But the ride and room in a 402 is like the difference between a 311 and 357. The 402's are 40'2", with my swim platform almost 43', plus 9'3" wide beam.
Another unique thing about my particular boat is the x dimension is high for a TRS boat, and has the notched transom. I know of some 402's that have similar HP, but several mph slower. With 600's and stock 28p bravos, this boat has went 74mph on gps. With 5 blade maximus, 70-71 all day. Not lightning fast considering the power, but comparable to a older cig 38 flatdeck.
18K for a turn key 357 SR1 with 420's on a trailer is a FANTASTIC deal in my book. When my buddy was shopping boats this spring, I couldnt find a 311 or 292 for him in that price range.