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What is a 1978 Mako worth?

A 1978 Mako carries a median asking price of $4,500 on the used market, with most selling between $4,500 and $12,000. Figures come from 5 real listings in BoatVerdict's market data, not a static guidebook.

Median value$5K50th percentile
Typical low$5K25th percentile
Typical high$12K75th percentile
Listings priced5live market

1978 Mako used price range

median $5K
$5K$5K$12K

Interquartile range from 5 live listings (full span $4,000 to $26,500). Sources: craigslist, rightboat.

What the market says

A 1978 Mako typically asks $5,500 on the used market, with prices ranging from $3,500 to $26,500 based on 4 active listings. Most 20 to 26 foot models are priced around $3,500, while condition, equipment, and model type drive boats toward the upper end. For context, new Mako boats carry a median asking price of $31,000.

Price by length

LengthListingsMedian asking
20 to 26 ft3$4,500

Bigger boats of the same year carry higher prices. Match the length to the listing you are weighing.

Where 1978 Mako boats are listed

FL 5

Frequently asked questions

What is a 1978 Mako worth?

A 1978 Mako is worth around $5,500 based on current market listings, with prices ranging from $3,500 to $26,500 depending on condition and model.

How much should I pay for a 1978 Mako?

Expect to pay between $3,500 and $26,500 for a 1978 Mako, with the median asking price at $5,500 across 4 active listings.

Do 1978 Mako boats hold their value?

At $5,500 median versus $31,000 for new Mako boats, these vintage models retain modest value for classic center console buyers. Condition and originality matter more than length for boats of this age.

What affects the price of a 1978 Mako?

Condition, equipment, and model type drive the range from $3,500 to $26,500, with length having less impact on value for boats of this vintage. Most 20 to 26 foot models cluster around the lower end of the range.

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