Mud Buddy 36 Sport V Depreciation & Resale Value

Mud Buddy 36 Sport V keeps an estimated 60% of its value after 5 years — #4696 of 5915 boats VINdown tracks. See its full depreciation curve, cost per day, and best model year to buy.

Per VINdown's modeling, the Mud Buddy 36 Sport V retains an estimated 60% of its value after five years, ranking #4696 of 5915 boats we track. That trails the 66% five-year average for Bowrider in its class by 6 points, so it depreciates faster than most rivals.

Most of the loss lands early: the Mud Buddy 36 Sport V sheds about 18% of its value in year one alone. From roughly $8,991 it falls to around $5,403 by year five — a five-year loss near $3,588, about $1.97 a day in depreciation.

Because the steepest drop hits around year 1, a lightly-used Mud Buddy 36 Sport V bought at 1 year old lets the first owner absorb the worst of the depreciation while the curve flattens — usually the value sweet spot. Explore the full year-by-year curve, trims, and true cost of ownership in the Model Lab above.

Mud Buddy 36 Sport V depreciation FAQ

Does the Mud Buddy 36 Sport V hold its value?

It keeps an estimated about 60% of its value after five years — worse than most among the 5915 boats VINdown tracks (ranked #4696).

How much does a Mud Buddy 36 Sport V depreciate in 5 years?

From about $8,991 it drops to roughly $5,403 after five years — a loss near $3,588 (60% retained).

When is the best time to buy a used Mud Buddy 36 Sport V?

Around 1 year old: that is just past the steepest depreciation, so you skip the biggest drop while the value curve is flattening.

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