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Ranger Z519

20.8ft bass, built 2016–present. Primary use: freshwater.

Typical used values

Model year	Used asking range	Median	Confidence
2016	$42,500 – $55,000	$49,000	med
2021	$62,500 – $79,500	$71,000	med
2026	$85,500 – $106,500	$96,000	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)

Medium High-output 200–250 hp 2-stroke/4-stroke outboards run hard at tournament RPM — verify compression and lower-unit health.
Low Foam-filled hull can take on water if rod-locker or deck hardware is unsealed.

Pre-purchase inspection checklist

Compression-test the outboard; inspect the lower unit and prop for impact.
Test all electronics (multiple graphs), trolling motor, and the 8-foot Power-Pole if equipped.

Typical engines (2)

Mercury Verado / V8 FourStroke (250–400) outboard · gas · base score 85/100 · high-use ≥ 150 hrs/yr

Modern Mercury V8/V10 FourStroke and supercharged Verado are strong, smooth, and well-supported, a clear step up from the OptiMax era. Slightly behind Yamaha on resale trust but closing fast, and often better integrated (joystick, digital throttle).

100-hour service; supercharged Verado adds the supercharger oil interval. Check for corroded battery cables and the SmartCraft harness on saltwater boats.
Mercury OptiMax (2-stroke DI, legacy) outboard · gas · base score 64/100 · high-use ≥ 120 hrs/yr

Direct-injection 2-stroke from the 2000s–2010s. Lighter and torquey, still common on bass boats, but louder, thirstier, and a generation behind modern 4-strokes on emissions and resale. Air-compressor and powerhead issues appear with age and neglect.

Annual air-compressor and reed/check-valve attention; verify the compressor isn't ticking. Discount the boat vs. a 4-stroke-powered equivalent.

Resale liquidity (83/100)

Premium fiberglass bass boat; Ranger holds value best in the segment. Big-motor (200–250) rigs with electronics command top dollar.

Ranger Z519 FAQ

What is a fair price for a used Ranger Z519?

Typical asking range for a 2021 Ranger Z519 is roughly $62,500–$79,500 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 Ranger Z519?

Compression-test the outboard; inspect the lower unit and prop for impact.
Test all electronics (multiple graphs), trolling motor, and the 8-foot Power-Pole if equipped.

Is the Ranger Z519 a good boat?

Premium fiberglass bass boat; Ranger holds value best in the segment. Big-motor (200–250) rigs with electronics command top dollar. Resale-liquidity score (our model, 0–100): 83.

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