Thinking about buying.

[X96mnn]

Looking at a 2007 RXT 215 with 120hrs on it and the wrings were replaced. It appears to be in great condition and the owner is asking $7000. Is this a good, ok, bad price?

I read a few post about buying used, the below has been the what to look for advice I was following, is there anything else?

The 4-tec engine is great. Can easily get 1000 hours or better on it. The 155 engine is VERY proven. They create the 215, 255 and 260 buy slight mods within the engine and adding intercoolers and Super Chargers (SC).

They are more expensive to repair if the need presents itself, but generally speaking, they don't need repaired like the 2-strokes do.

from 2004 to 2007 (and some rare early 08's) the SC's had ceramic washers. If you by a ski in this year span and the owner can nor provide written evidence proving they were changes, then the SC will need to be rebuilt (The Ceramic washers are engine killers).
And, 2004 to early 2006 the 4-tec used hollow core exhaust valves. If they have not been swapped out, they will need to be with the updated solid core.

I own a 155 and a 255 and LOVE them both. GTX is the caddy of skis as it comes with many goodies and a smooth and dry riding hull. My RXT-X is the racer. All stock and can run to 72 mph.

 

[XP 787]

7000 is pretty pricey for that ski IMO

 

[Spimothy Leary]

it seems pricey but I assume up in NS that all models are pretty pricey.

as far as a checklist, I think you've got it covered.

 

[hfgreg]

it seems pricey but I assume up in NS that all models are pretty pricey.

as far as a checklist, I think you've got it covered.

My thought too.. Market sets the price and I assume prices are much higher in NS than say FL.

 

[Coastiejoe]

When you say the wrings were replaced, what do you mean. Rings? As in piston rings?

7 grand if it is a Northern Ski is probably right. If it was a Florida ski I would say less.

Thinkgs that will make a difference is, if the RINGS were replaced, why?
And has the SC been serviced and if so, can it be PROVEN. Not,,, the owner said he did it about 20 hours ago...

 

[X96mnn]

Thank you all for the responses!

The price is in Canadian dollars, keep in mind that would be roughly $5200 U.S.

It is the Rings, not sure if there is a part called wrings or not. What I was told , pre 2008 the engines were built with ceramic rings and need to be replaced with titanium. Paperwork to support.

 

[Coastiejoe]

It is the Rings, not sure if there is a part called wrings or not. What I was told , pre 2008 the engines were built with ceramic rings and need to be replaced with titanium. Paperwork to support.

Ok,, "Rings" normally refer to piston rings, as in an internal part of the motor.

You are referring to the "Ceramic Washers".. 07 was the last year to have them, however, some early 08 did sneak through with them. The replacements are metal washers.

 

[Spimothy Leary]

if it was the washers, its much better than the rings as far as having concerns about the engine

 

[X96mnn]

Ok I was under the impression it was the piston rings, again not the most mechanical nor know a lot about Seadoos.

Appreciate the feedback!

 

[Coastiejoe]

if it was the washers, its much better than the rings as far as having concerns about the engine

Amen to that,, that is EXACTLY why I had asked for clarification...

 

[X96mnn]

As an update.

The wife and I are going to look at the 2015 GTX 215 tomorrow, she does not like the red stripe but wants to see it up front.

The price is about 10k US tax in for a demo u it, 18hrs, 3yr warranty with trailer and three life jackets. From what I looked at best bang for the buck.

The red stripe can be a deal breaker as is indifferent at this point if we buy one or not.

 

[Michael211_2000]

Uhhh.... when or where did the 2007 RXT 215 with 120hrs turn into a 2015 GTX 215? What happened to the 2007 RXT you started this thread about?

- Michael