Guys,

I have a buddy that is looking at a used boat. It is an early 90's model and he told me the gel coat is completely gone and there are ripples in the fiberglass on one of the back corners (possible damage from a swim ladder). Sorry I don't have pics, in fact I haven't even seen the boat yet just got a description from him. What I'd like to know is (1) how much it normally costs to have a new gel coat sprayed on and (2) should he be concerned about the ripples on the back corner of the boat. He thinks that the motor is in excellent condition, we're going to find out before he buys. He also thinks he can get the boat at a pretty good price. Should he stay away due to the damage I mentioned or can these things be fixed fairly easily?

Thanks,
Waldo