2005 Nautique Ski Nautique 196

This beautiful red, white and blue Ski Nautique is ready for a new owner! Practically everything has been gone through and functions very well. Details: 2005 Ski Nautique 196 Signature Edition -- (The Signature Edition boats were built at the factory WITHOUT the troublesome gateway gauge system that tends to be so problematic. No gauge issues with this boat, and no keypads that can stop working) PCM Excalibur 330 engine – GM 350 block with fuel injection and 330 horsepower. All of the maintenance is completely up-to-date, with fresh oil and PCM brand oil filter, brand new Fuel Control Cell (FCC) filter (and a new fuel pump as well), new plugs, new impeller, etc. The transmission was also just serviced and works flawlessly. The shaft packing was just replaced and adjusted. * All electronics, including the navigation lights, blower, bilge pump, horn, and all dash gauges are working perfectly. * Brand new GPS-based PerfectPass Stargazer speed control with new multi-line display and water temperature display in the screen * All new factory-style upholstery with proper factory-style logos * All new carpet throughout the boat (gunnels, hatches and trunk included) * Brand new bimini top in matching dark blue color with all stainless connectors and fittings (boot included) * Brand new steering wheel * Brand new steering cable * Brand new GPS speedometer (matches the other original gauges, and is more accurate than the original paddlewheel gauge) * Gelcoat has been wet sanded and polished, and looks great. * Windshield was disassembled, and the frame was powder coated the original silver metal flake color before being reassembled and reinstalled * Brand new rub rail with black insert * Brand new factory-style decals * Brand new pinstripes * Teak swim platform has been completely refurbished and oiled * Brand new gas shocks on the engine cover, observer’s seat, and rear trunk lids * Brand new full custom cover with removable side skirts While this is very likely one of the nicest 2005 Ski Nautiques available right now, it is still over twenty years old, and there are a couple of extremely small imperfections in the gelcoat. These imperfections are truly hardly noticeable, and do not detract from the boat much at all. I just mention them because I don’t want anyone surprised by them. The trailer is a 2017 Boatmate that is in excellent condition. It was built for a Sport Nautique, so there are a few inches of extra room in front of the boat and behind the boat. This keeps the bow from rubbing the roller. The boat fits on the trailer very nicely, and it tows great. All lights work, and the brakes work. The tires were replaced about one year ago, and are in great shape. They have spent most of that year inside, out of the sun. Both the boat and the trailer have clean and clear North Carolina titles. Walk-Around video Running Video