In round numbers, I would pay about 4000 for the hull and another grand for the force, but only if I had to and it was in good running condition.

Mac - So you're asking 8000 for the boat and motor? :-/

Seller - Yeah, I'm asking 8000, but that's negotiable.

Mac - ok, so how did you come up with that figure?

( the answer to this is really imortant, so listen carefully )

Seller - Well I paid 16000 for it new and I figure 8000 is a fair price.

(or)

Seller - I figure the boat is worth 5000 and the motor is worth 3000.

(either way)

Mac - Well the reason I ask is because I already have a motor. Would you consider selling me just the boat?

Seller - I really wanted to sell it as a package, but, yeah I could do that.

MAC - I could give you 4000 for the boat.

Seller - I figure it's worth 5000, and I still have to sell the motor.

Mac - yeah, but at least you can get the boat out of your driveway and your wife off your back, and put the motor in the garage while you sell it.

Seller - that's true, but I still figure it's worth 5000.

Mac - well my budget is kinda tight. What do you say we split the difference?

Seller - 4500?

MAC = yeah 4500 - CASH

Seller - ok