Outboard Dealers.

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eyeassassin
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2013/07/22 21:29:51 (permalink)

Outboard Dealers.

Does anyone know of any reliable dealers or marinas that sell used outboards.  I am looking for something 150 and that is not a piece of junk.  My motor finally had enough and decided to retire lol.  Could really use some help on this one

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    bulldog1
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    Re:Outboard Dealers. 2013/07/23 09:52:16 (permalink)
    That's a tough one, I would consider looking for a used boat with a bad transom and a good motor. I did a ton of research a few years ago looking for a good used outboard for my fathers boat. The amount of really bad reviews out there for most regional used/rebuilt outboard dealers will shock you... We ended up buying a new one, but that's a pricey option...  One more reason why I prefer I/O's or inboards...

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    Lovgren69
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    Re:Outboard Dealers. 2013/07/23 12:03:42 (permalink)
    What price range and year range engine are you looking for?
     
    Are you partial to any specific engine manufacturers?
     
    I'm always browsing around for boats and come across a lot of used engines in the process...I can keep my eyes out for you if I know what you're in the market for.... 
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    Re:Outboard Dealers. 2013/07/23 12:28:57 (permalink)
    Looking for a v6 1998 or newer like evinrude johnson honda. Havent had any experience with any other brands. Dont want to spend more than 6k

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    Re:Outboard Dealers. 2013/07/24 08:39:32 (permalink)
    I'm not finding a whole lot of engines locally that fit your criteria- but I'll continue to keep my eyes out for something.
     
    Eventually I'm sure that you will find what your looking for...
     
    Here's a couple that I found from private sellers maybe worth taking a glance at.  Of course none are locally in PA, OH, and upstate NY.
    http://newlondon.craigslist.org/boa/3939129590.html
    http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/boa/3885792280.html
    http://rochester.craigslist.org/boa/3932923550.html
    http://southjersey.craigslist.org/bod/3907690861.html
     
    If you find a really good deal on an engine it could be worthwhile to have a motor shipped to you/dealer.  Just make sure you do your homework and know what you're getting...
     
     I re-powered my last boat when the original engine blew.  I found a great deal on a 2006 Mercury 150 Optimax and had it shipped here from Arizona. I got the motor for $5k and it cost me $500 to have it shipped & $300 for the dealer to install it.  So for $5800 bucks I got an engine that was almost as good as new [The engine only had 150 hours on it when I bought it]
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