Used Kayot Houseboat prices, and still Manufactured?

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Used Kayot Houseboat prices, and still Manufactured?

by Brad
(Kindred, North Dakota)

A typical used Kayot Houseboat

Can you tell me if Kayot Houseboats are still being manufactured? If so do you have a contact number or address? Where can I find the value of a used Kayot houseboat?

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Brad, that's an interesting question since I think ( I may be wrong) but Kayot Houseboats went out of business in the late 80's. Like I said, I'm not 100% sure, so hopefully someone more knowledgeable about them will post comments.

As to the prices of used Kayot Houseboats, I had a quick look at "nadaguides" and there was nothing, so you're best best is to look at our used houseboats for sale page for the names of some popular websites to get an idea of what's available out there to compare with.

I hope this all helps, and possibly some of our reader's will post comments.

IAN - from www.all-about-houseboats.com

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Kayot Houseboat for sale.
by: Bob

I have a 1977 38ft Kayot Houseboat with aluminum pontoons. The engine is a 1996 Evinrude GT 100hp. I spent approximately 3 months refurbishing this house boat inside and out.

I no longer have a place to park this boat therefore would consider selling it but have no idea of it's worth. Any clues as to pricing it for sale? It is located in Bismarck, North Dakota.

Thanks for any help, Bob.

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Well Bob, I am not familiar with the market prices of used Kayots, but if you figure out a selling price, you could advertise it for free in our Classifieds - Houseboats For Sale section.

IAN from www.all-about-houseboats.com

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Kayot Houseboat
by: Val

We bought a 1982 43' Steel hull Kayot houseboat 4 years ago, it came with twin 53 gal fuel tanks plus an extra 75 gal "toy" tank for refueling boats, jet skiis, etc.

Since then we have replaced the water heater, fridge, new fresh water tank-52 gal, put Phantom Retractable Screens on all the doors and windows and had the boat out and re-skinned the pontoons, built new transoms and added 2x2 steel angle on the edges for beaching purposes. We then coated all 43' of each pontoon with Coal Tar Epoxy.

Our next goal is to do a complete interior remodel and replace the roof & lastly replace the existing twin outboards with twin 60/hp Optimax Big foot Mercury Outboards. We have ample deck space front & back for sitting.

Kayot was bought by Harris, hence Harris-Kayot back in the 1980's, however Harris does not make a houseboat anymore, so the Kayot has "died" a quiet death.

I have been unable to get any manuals on it, so we will "write" our own once the boat is done. It is a good sturdy boat, but check those pontoons.

A marine survey will be the only way you will be able to get it insured, however it is well worth the price for one. We paid $19,000.00 knowing it needed work and we have had offers of $45,000.00 or more when the remodel is done.

We have seen list prices of about $40,000.00 showing the original interiors, dark paneling, etc.

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We bought a 1982 43' Steel hull Kayot houseboat 4 years ago, it came with twin 53 gal fuel tanks plus an extra 75 gal "toy" tank for refueling boats, jet skiis, etc. Since then we have replaced the water heater, fridge, new fresh water tank-52 gal, put Phantom Retractable Screens on all the doors and windows and had the boat out and re-skinned the pontoons, built new transoms and added 2x2 steel angle on the edges for beaching purposes. We then coated all 43' of each pontoon with Coal Tar Epoxy. Our next goal is to do a complete interior remodel and replace the roof & lastly replace the existing twin outboards with twin 60/hp Optimax Big foot Mercury Outboards. We have ample deck space front & back for sitting. Kayot was bought by Harris, hence Harris-Kayot back in the 1980's, however Harris does not make a houseboat anymore, so the Kayot has "died" a quiet death. I have been unable to get any manuals on it, so we will "write" our own once the boat is done. It is a good sturdy boat, but check those pontoons. A marine survey will be the only way you will be able to get it insured, however it is well worth the price for one. We paid $19,000.00 knowing it needed work and we have had offers of $45,000.00 or more when the remodel is done. We have seen list prices of about $40,000.00 showing the original interiors, dark paneling, etc.

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Some Kayot houseboats still available
by: Anonymous

I have a 52x14, 1976 Kayot houseboat that I've had for over ten years. It was surveyed two years ago after I had it out of the water for a complete refurbish for $45,000.

There are still in use by Seven Crowns Resorts as rentals, and can be purchased from them when available.

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Kayots are not built anymore.
by: Leslie

Kayot houseboats are not being built any longer. But, yes you can find them for sale on the internet. I bought a used 1966 11x40 Kayot that has a trailer a year ago.

Yep, I trailer the boat from storage to the boat ramp in Oroville California. We are thinking of selling it, or going to start a remodel job, since the boat needs a little inside work.

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