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Mako Pro Skiff 17

17.2ft center console, built 2012–present. Primary use: saltwater.

Typical used values

Model yearUsed asking rangeMedianConfidence
2012 $8,000 – $11,500 $10,000 low
2019 $13,500 – $18,000 $16,000 med
2026 $22,500 – $28,500 $25,500 low

Ranges interpolate 3 hand-anchored years at 6%/yr depreciation off-curve. Hours and saltwater service further adjust; a full Deal Report scores those for a specific listing.

Known issues to check (2)

  • Low The inverted-V hull rides soft for a skiff but drains slowly at rest with weight aft — standing water history shows in the bilge and transom area.
  • Medium Package trailers are the neglected component: surge brakes, bunks, and bearings on salt-dunked trailers fail young and quote at $1.5–3K to make right.

Pre-purchase inspection checklist

  1. Check bilge and below-deck areas for standing-water staining.
  2. Inspect the package trailer as a third of the deal's value.
  3. Mercury service history by serial; compression on any pre-2015 unit.

Typical engines (1)

  • Mercury FourStroke (40–150) outboard · gas · base score 82/100 · high-use ≥ 150 hrs/yr

    Mid-range Mercury FourStroke (the 115 especially) is a proven, reliable workhorse on pontoons, bay boats, and aluminum hulls. Inexpensive to service and well-supported nationwide.

    100-hour service; impeller every 2–3 years. Frequently under-maintained on rental/value boats — verify the actual service history, not just hours.

Resale liquidity (77/100)

Bass Pro's volume inshore skiff — the fixed national package price anchors used values, and the sub-$20K inshore segment never lacks buyers.

Mako Pro Skiff 17 FAQ

What is a fair price for a used Mako Pro Skiff 17?
Typical asking range for a 2019 Mako Pro Skiff 17 is roughly $13,500–$18,000 in average condition with average hours. Older year-models depreciate at about 6% per year off the curve. Specific listings vary; paste a URL on the home page for a full Deal Report.
What should I inspect on a used Mako Pro Skiff 17?
  • Check bilge and below-deck areas for standing-water staining.
  • Inspect the package trailer as a third of the deal's value.
  • Mercury service history by serial; compression on any pre-2015 unit.
Is the Mako Pro Skiff 17 a good boat?
Bass Pro's volume inshore skiff — the fixed national package price anchors used values, and the sub-$20K inshore segment never lacks buyers. Resale-liquidity score (our model, 0–100): 77.

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