Opinions on 115hp Yamaha V4

[dawn2dusk]

quote:Originally posted by chris73

Just would like to hear your opinions on the following deal:

1993 Yamaha 115hp, 2 stroke, V4, low hours, one owner (credible owner), well maintained, incl. controls $2999,

It's for a 17.5' campion, currently with a 70hp Johnson 1979. for fishing and occasional playing on lakes.

Does that sound like an "incredible" deal I shouldn't pass? Or is this just another old stinker that I could pick up for this anytime anyway...? Thirsty? Reliable?

I would pass. By the time you pay to install, Your not going to be much further ahead with a '93. You could get a entire package for $3k like this http://www.usedvictoria.com/classified-ad/12242196

I would save your doe and get something more recent like a 2000+ if you plan on keeping the boat for more than 5 yrs. I have a '92 Johnson on my boat and I am getting itchy to upgrade.

 

[chris73]

Thanks dawn2, that's exactly what I decided to do - wait until I find an excellent deal on a used 90hp motor. My rebuilt boat will outlive me so I owe her a good motor.