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Originally Posted by drcoastline
...In addition the boat you show has an older Evinrude 115 (2-stroke) It is going to need a lot of maintenance from the day you purchase it. You will spend more time fixing the motor than using the boat.
.... I am not a big fan personally but Mercury is know for being a fresh water engine. Same applies new engine, warranty and you know where you are starting.
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Originally Posted by onewhippedpuppy
Any other comments on brands to avoid, pros and cons regarding features...
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Lot's of good advice on this thread, but I'll throw in my .02 worth. With your skills, don't overlook an older "bargain" (sorta like an older 911 vs a new one). I've had my 23 year old Mariner 150 (2 stroke) on the back of my 18' bass boat and other than a few minor issues, it's been trouble free (and low maintenance) since new. FWIW (I'm not sure it still applies today), but for the older motors, Mercury/Mariner (same motor with more salt water protection w/ the Mariner, or so I've been told), and Johnson/Evinrude (again, same motors) are what I'd be looking for. BTW. do you have a place to store it inside? A big plus if ya do...have fun and good luck!