It's hard to say not knowing the boats condition. age reallt doesn't matter a whole lot as fiberglass really doesn't wear out.. There are some great deals to be had out there in used glass boats. I bought a 91 clackacraft in excellent condition with a nice set of conunter balances sawyers and a great galvanized trailer for 2500. If you like how the boat is set up offer him 1000 but don't go over 1500... Thats just what I would do.. If you ant the boat