NADA PARKER BOAT VALUES ARE INACCURATE, WHY?

[Random Harvest]

What good is the NADA book value when trying to figure out what a buyer should offer a seller? Any Parker I inquire about has an asking price of 50-100% more. Any suggestions as to what a buyer should offer a seller as far as price and how do you come up with a fair price for both buyer and seller to get a deal done?
Looking forward to your comments!
Thanks

 

[willyk9]

I found the same thing when looking for my 2320, guess I was lucky and was able to find one for NADA and even less.

Think it is a matter of supply and demand plus the crazy prices of new boats. Not many manufacturers of a pilot house dv boat. Also seems like Parkers on the west coast are asking an even higher price due to limited availability or having to transport across country.

 

[Random Harvest]

You ar 100% correct that Parkers on the west coast are much higher

 

[HOTPURSUIT]

NADA has always been that way, In my opinion, if you find a boat that has been well taken care of, and in top condition at a nada value, jump on it!!! But seriously what you are willing to pay should be based on condition and what they are selling for in your area. If you find one you like run a new post here with pic's, details, etc. and I'm sure you will get plenty of help deciding its value . Good luck Mike

 

[Brent]

I dont know but many institutions accept 3rd party appraisers