I'd fix it

What a beautiful float! I would try to fix it. Maybe grab a couple knowledgeable boaters with some beer and.see what can be done.

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That is just terrible. You just finished putting this together right? I have no idea, but these guys seem to think it can be fixed.
If you were to fix it, I don’t think you would be able to get your money back if you were to sell it.
You already have just bought the boat of your dreams and don’t want 2.
I think the best way to make the most money would be to go through the effort of parting it out. Unfortunate to have to deal with. Good luck with whatever you decide to do. It really is a beautiful boat. ☹️


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I'm sure it can be fixed.  The cap is practically popped off the boat and then there is the damage in the back.  The imco fuel cell on the starboard side is loose as a goose but I don't think its dented.  I did just get it finished so to say.  I had it done for last year and everything worked perfectly.  This year I tested so much with more boost, pump adjustments etc....I went from 78 mph last year, to 89 this year....perhaps a bit more to go as I was wanting to try a few different nozzles, wedges etc...  I am quoting your reply mainly because this is exactly what I struggle with.

I have over a thousand hours working on this thing making it my own.  I know every inch of it.  I'm sentimental as it is, but this new boat is what I consider my ultimate boat.  (21 ft eliminator).  I always seem to work my way up with vehicles, boats etc.  Always in search of what I consider the best you can buy and build.  (that way I won't have to keep looking for something and spending money haha....yeah right...that'll never end haha)   I wont have the hands on with the new one, but as I mentioned, I don't really have the room.  It would one of those things though, if I sold the hull and someone else fixed it/painted it etc, and I saw it....man I'd kick myself for giving up on it, but at the same time, its still another boat to deal with and sink more money into it..

Would you guys agree, if I fix it, I need to keep it....like forever...   If I think I might sell it, then either sell as a whole "as is," or part it out.  I'd pretty much have a $70,000 hallett by the end of it because I already know I'd want to repaint it with some crazy 20 color low rider metallic paint job (similar to lefty's pinstriping boat).  To fix it and then sell it, I'd be selling a boat that is like 60 grand for 10 grand and i'd be losing even more money...probably wouldn't even get out what I have into the pump and the fiberglass work (and that's even if anyone would still want a boat that had a hole in the thing)

I'm sorry I'm rambling....its a tough call for me.  I really appreciate all of your opinions and advice

There are people on this site that have plenty of knowledge to help you decide what to do. This is only my 2nd or 3rd time taking part and have learned a lot from this site. An impact like that at such a sturdy location on your boat  makes me curious what damage was done to the other boat. I hope nobody got hurt. By looking at the damage shown in the pics you can likely fix it Zep. I agree with the others telling you to keep it. Just think if you are sitting on the beach with the Eliminator, a cold beer, tunes thumping, then you hear something on the water that gets your attention. It is that time of evening 1/2 hr before dark and PWC'S are gone. By the sound of it a couple of hotrods are out there too. Next thing you know, you see and hear YOUR hot rod out there having fun smashing that late afternoon glass. Without you. That would SUCK. Fix it then decide. Good luck.

That sucks!  In my humble opinion, just fix it . Dont have it repaired! Theres a difference. Its above the water line and as long as you have all the pieces, it should not be that bad. However if you want it perfect and want it completely repaired, get another hull. You should be able to find a beautiful hull bare for that kind of price.


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