1988 22' Classic Testarossa

[metraman]

Just bought a new boat and want to sell my Classic.
468 CID just rebuilt new crank,cam,rings and valve job. External dual ram external steering,Gil exhaust runs 72 GPS looks great. Lots of pictures for those interested. Can't say much for the trailer dual axles.
$15,000
Located in Michigan
Thanks
734 729 6400

[classix22]

Sounds great.... any pictures?

[metraman]

[QUOTE=metraman]Just bought a new boat and want to sell my Classic.
468 CID just rebuilt new crank,cam,rings and valve job. External dual ram external steering,Gil exhaust runs 72 GPS looks great. Lots of pictures for those interested. Can't say much for the trailer dual axles.
$25,000
Located in Michigan
Thanks
734 729 6400

[metraman]

Still have this very nice 22'.

[johndonzi]

Still available?

[metraman]

Yep still under cover in my shop.

[metraman]

Would like to move this Donzi great boat. I will need room this winter to put my new ride.

[metraman]

I plan to put my boat on e-bay at $15,000 with no reserve if anyone's interested.

[EARLY45]

I am located in Detroit area. Am interested in a 22 classic. Who did the engine re-build? Was boat re-painted? Any photos of interior? Comments on trailer imply it needs work, what is trailer condition?

Tom

[metraman]

Send me you're e-mail I'll forward some pictures.
The motor got about 40 Hr since the rebuild the trailer has 2 new bearings just do not look very good. I'm not sure about the repaint I waxed it good a couple of times and some red comes off?
Forgot it's on ebay right now.

metra@flash.net

Thanks Barry

[metraman]

Boy sure looks like I got took when I purchased this fof $25,000 3 years ago never received a call when it was lister for $20,000 and no reserve on E-Bay. It might be mine for another winter things are cramped.

[metraman]

I'm still looking to move this at a much lower price if anyone interested.

[Donzigo]

I have freind who collects Porsches & Ferraris. His comment to me was that the best time to buy a colector car from someone is when they just finished restoring it. They know that they can never get the money out of it. I love you boat and the color is just right too. It's a nice engine package and must run well.

You might have the same problem many have, when they sell a nicely modified engine & boat package. I had a 1987 Z-25 that was absolutely perfect. I had spent $42,000 on the entire restoration [roject and it was rebuilt from front to back, new engine, wiring, uphosltry & outdrive. I sold it for $24,000. Even though my vessel was a NEW 1987 boat, the regular run of the mill Z-25 was going for $15,000 at the time; so, I was thrilled to get a premuim for it.

Good luck, your boat seems nice!

[Jimmy Norman]

What's the difference in a Testarossa and a regular 22 Classic?
What's it rated to carry? Number of people and weight
Is trailer serviceable for 1 trip to Atlanta?
Any more information appreciated by post or email.
Thanks,
Jimmy

[VetteLT193]

Testarossa is all red (hull bottom, sides, top, and cockpit). The interior seats are gray with red piping.

In my opinion this boat is a good deal... To put the External steering on alone has got to be over $3,000. The exhaust is also upgraded (It looks like dry exhaust, but I could be wrong).

[metraman]

Thanks
It is dry exhaust the boat drives and runs great it was just to big for my lake.
My cat is much better suited for the lake size.

[metraman]

The ICE is just about out of the lake still a good deal.

[metraman]

Looks like used boat sales are going the way home sales are going!

[FUELPOWERED]

While I agree that existing home sales are in the toilet, somebody shelled out major coin last week for a 1993 18 on evil bay. In excess of 16K!

[metraman]

Still needs a new owner!

[rmoseley3]

you still have the boat give me a call at 305 333 2737

[rmoseley3]

hey man i missed your call and lost the number you left me give me another call when you get a chance if you still have the boat thanks

[metraman]

What day and time

[Wawasee]

I am interested in the boat is it still available?, where in Michigan is it located I am in syracuse Indiana

[metraman]

It's in Wayne Mi. around Ann Arbor.

[donzee]

Hi Metraman,

I am Maarten "Donzee" van Donselaar from Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

I am intersted in buying your 22 TestaRossa. I need to find out what it would cost me to ship it to Europe.

I am in Ann Arbor a few times per year, so not a problem to arrange an inspection. Is it possible to go for a "testdrive"?

Please email me at maarten AT vandonselaar dot com

many thanks,

Maarten

[metraman]

I have deceided to try again at a lower price how about $17,000 I don't need 2 boats another summer and I could use the space at my shop.

[DBGB]

Thanks
It is dry exhaust the boat drives and runs great it was just to big for my lake.
My cat is much better suited for the lake size.

What lake are you on? I am on the Portage chain and was thinking of getting a 22 sometime in the future. I have never owned one, do you think that it would be too big for my lakes?

[metraman]

I live on Belleville lake I ran it for 2 years and It didn't seem large for my lake. With the right prop it will get up pretty quick and it's large enough to go to the big lakes.

[68 sixteen]

i wish i knew about this a couple months backi would of bought it.......:(

[metraman]

$17,000 Needs a new home

[cavanok]

$17,000 Needs a new home

Could you email me some more photo's? In Seattle and interested.

thanks,

Cavan

cavanok@yahoo.com

[Likwidsukr]

ttt for a bad a s s boat!

[metraman]

Still Available :boat:

[Moody Blu']

is this still for sale, i might have a buyer for ya

[metraman]

That would be great!
Thanks

[metraman]

No buyer yet?

[Moody Blu']

i just emailed my friend again

[metraman]

Thanks I know the economy is bad but this is a deal.

[Recki]

I'm working on it!
you have a recent survey on it?

[metraman]

Sorry I don't have a survey

[metraman]

Man this is a deal !

[Conquistador_del_mar]

Just bought a new boat and want to sell my Classic.
468 CID just rebuilt new crank,cam,rings and valve job. External dual ram external steering,Gil exhaust runs 72 GPS looks great. Lots of pictures for those interested. Can't say much for the trailer dual axles.
$17,000
Located in Michigan
Thanks
734 729 6400

Does the boat have an Alpha drive? If so, has it held up to the BBC? Could you send me some detailed recent pictures to me at DGILL25960@aol.com? I am trying to find a nice 22' for my best friend from my old college days. Bill

[metraman]

It has a Bravo drive and it's in good working order.

[gcarter]

Does the boat have an Alpha drive? If so, has it held up to the BBC? Could you send me some detailed recent pictures to me at DGILL25960@aol.com? I am trying to find a nice 22' for my best friend from my old college days. Bill
Bill, this is one of the other ten TRs...They all had the very first Bravos on the market. All but 98 Shovel's that is....his is the last one and came w/a King Cobra and a 460 Ford.

[Conquistador_del_mar]

It has a Bravo drive and it's in good working order.

Thank you for the email and information. Bill


Bill, this is one of the other ten TRs...They all had the very first Bravos on the market. All but 98 Shovel's that is....his is the last one and came w/a King Cobra and a 460 Ford.

George,
Isn't one of the biggest differences in the first Bravos is that they do not have an oil return passage to the top end? I ran into this problem when I recently installed an IMCO Xtreme Advantage lower unit on my 1989 Bravo on my 23' Eliminator Daytona. I called IMCO and they told me I would have to plug the hole in the IMCO - I had actually already done it since I couldn't figure a way around it short of buying a newer upper. Bill

[gcarter]

George,
Isn't one of the biggest differences in the first Bravos is that they do not have an oil return passage to the top end? I ran into this problem when I recently installed an IMCO Xtreme Advantage lower unit on my 1989 Bravo on my 23' Eliminator Daytona. I called IMCO and they told me I would have to plug the hole in the IMCO - I had actually already done it since I couldn't figure a way around it short of buying a newer upper. Bill
The only things I know for sure is it drains out the front of the prop shaft bullet like an Alpha, and there's no internal (inside) oil reservoir. When I start to refinish mine, I'll split it and find out. Don't hold your breath on this, it'll be awhile.

[metraman]

I know times are bad but this is ridiculous. If anyone is looking for a nice 22' make me a offer I want to get this out of my shop. I really don't want to go thru the hassle at E-Bay. It's in Michigan and has not been in salt water since it was rebuilt.

[metraman]

Sad to say It's still for sale?

[Recki]

How much do you want for it now?

[joefitness123]

nice ride...trade you a couple of bikes...

2002 ducati 998 w/10500 miles...
1990 zx-7 kawasaki 1 owner w/8555 miles...

look other motorsport section...2 for 1...times are tough..i know...

[joefitness123]

pic of the DUCATI...DOESNT LET ME UPLOAD THE DUCATI PIC...GO TO WHERE BROOKESTER IS SELLING HIS AND I SENT HIM A PIC..

[metraman]

How much do you want for it now?
Make a offer I'm ready to sell it.

[metraman]

OK Lowered the price $15,000 I can see opened water on my lake Spring is COMING!! Still don't need 2 boats.

[k01harley]

May wanna post this on Detroit Craigslist.Someone posted,they were lookin for an older 22 classic,on there,last week.May be worth a shot.
Good luck,Kevin

[breeze400]

I'd love to take A look at her. Let me know how to get hold of you and next time I'm in the detroit area I'll give you A jingle. We have A terminal in Flat Rock.

Sam:cool::cool::cool:

[Bamboo Loui]

Just tried to call. Live in Mi also and will be driving by on Wednesday- wanted to arrange to look at the boat. your number did not have an answering service to leave a message. could see tomorrow am as well.
call me at 517 281 8435

[metraman]

Better try 734 516 4792 if you call on the weekend.
Thanks

[harbormaster]

don't give it away. Post it on boattrader.com and also craigslist and backpage.com

[Just Say N20]

I can help with craigslist if you decide to post there.

Big Pictures, nicer looking type, etc.

On a "specialty item" like a 22 Classic, people will be more attracted to big pictures, rather than the postage stamp size they allow.

Bill

[Blown16]

call or e-mail me
I might be interested
I just sold my sweet 16
grant@eriksenmarine.com

[metraman]

Well I guess I'm going to put this on e-bay what do you guys think a fair starting price might be?

[VetteLT193]

Well I guess I'm going to put this on e-bay what do you guys think a fair starting price might be?

My main word of advise for you is to take a ton of pictures. your boat is nice, but it doesn't show well online because your description and pictures, to be blunt, suck.

A good ad will add a few grand to your final bid. :)

[yeller]

I personally have a hard time believing this boat is still for sale.

Although I won't be as blunt as Vette, :wink: your pictures are too small to be of much use to anyone seriously looking.

I would also request that this ad be deleted and you start a new one. Anyone seeing it for the 1st time could be scared off simply because it dates back to 2006.

[metraman]

I've had a lot of requests for pictures which I've sent. I would think anyone interested would ask for more than most people post anyway. Maybe people are worried with the age of the boat but I would think the price is right. It's a good thing I really didn't need to get rid of it.

[breeze400]

:garfield::garfield::garfield: I would have loved to buy your boat. I thought it was very nice the day I went to look at it. Unfortunately, My financal postition would not let me have the loan to buy it. May be in A few mounths if you still have it, I will be able to purchace it from you. I'm cought up in this financial crunch we are going through and I just lost my home.

I really wanted your boat!! I can aford it, but Can't get A loan.

SAM :frown::frown::frown:

[cwhydeesq]

Metra:
I've actually been watching (lurking) this string since I purchased my skisporter last year. While I did make a great deal, I would have jumped all over this: a) had I seen it first; b) had the photos been hi-res, large ones, showing the positives and negatives; and c) had the 'bottom line' price been there. Just saw how an early 18 rolled in and out. Check out the description and the photos. Frankly,yours is priced right and I'd be surprised if a fresh re-list with a slew of photos wouldn't make it jump. Heck, if I could turn over the 16 quickly, well, hm..........
hit me off-list.

Chris Hyde

[chappy]

In fairness to Metraman, B and C are irrelevant based on A.:)

Nonetheless, a new ad could help move this 22. The February '06 start date may lead some to believe it's no longer for sale, when they read the first post.

Good luck Metraman, real sharp boat.:cool:

[CaribouLou]

I'm confused, is it still forsale? and if so, how much?

[yeller]

Not 100% sure, but fairly positive it's still for sale.


$15,000
Located in Michigan
Thanks
734 729 6400

Hell of a deal IMO.

[metraman]

It's still for sale and I have large pictures for anyone interested. I've got 2 guys looking but no money yet. This boat is a great boat the only reason It's for sale is I bought a 21' Liberator from Wildman and it's a much better boat for my lake.

[21GT]

alright,
this is probably going to get me in trouble, but i feel i must make a statement
here:(
i looked at this dz a few years ago. i am not an expert but these were my observations: smelled gas everywhere... tank is prob. ok....don't know
int. and gauges needed
painted hull. some where between orange and red...:(
transom gel cracked below drive
no name engine builder no proven combo
nice/ok boat but showing its age
these comments are in NO way meant to cause harm. just observations....
the boat is ok. all dz are in my opinion. after all they are dz!!!!!!!!
if one questions my statements, look at the length of time this 22 has been for
sale. i'm sure others have looked and not said any thing. ok boat. price not ok.
sorry for being honest. again, just my observations.......:(

[cherry82482]

I'm sure I will get in trouble for this comment as well. I looked at this boat 1 1/2 years ago. 21 GT comments are exactly spot on. Boat is way over priced and needs restoration. This boat reminds me of the boat G Carter bought from Todd Smith in Ohio before he started the full restoration project. At least G Carter's boat had the orginal engine, steering wheel, battery hold downs and other factory od's and ends still on it. Sorry to be so blunt but this boat needs alot of work, hence the boat being for sale for 3 years.

[metraman]

Well for one thing the gas smell the boats been under a plastic cover with 50 gallons of gas in it for 2 years this might be some of the reason if smells of gas. No name engine builder no proven combo the boat runs great 72 MPH as for the cracks do you think if should have a warranty for $15,000. Money has not been an issue I had plans to ship the boat to Florida but my association decided not to allow lifts in our marina. As for the coments if their not ment to cause harm why say them. Do you inspect boats for a living?
Thanks