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It sounds like an OK deal. The 17' Whaler has a cult following and is a nice little boat. They are built like tanks. The Engine is the question. While it may be "new" it is from the bad years. OMC the company that owned Johnson/Evinrude was having quality issues in the late 90's. They were considered the bad years. Just prior to the companies bankruptcy and liquidation and purchase by Bombardier.
The engine is a crap shoot. It's 14 years old with 1.5 hours? Maybe that's because it wont stay running. When Bombardier purchased OMC they refused to honor the OMC warranties. That is how bad the quality was.
The hull is worth $3,000.00 - $3,500.00 based on your description.
The trailer assuming decent shape no rust, good tires, working lights, new bearings maybe is worth $300.00 - $500.00
I'm not so sure I would pay $1,800.00 - $2,000.00 for a late 90's OMC engine. A Suzuki or Yamaha? With a million hours for sure. It's a shame because I have always been an OMC fan. The earlier 115's were awesome. I'd pay a $1,000.00 for a good running 1970-1980 115 but I don't know I would risk a 1.5 hour 1999.
See if they will sell you the boat and trailer for $3,500.00 then go finance a new Evinrude Etech. You will get 2 stroke torque, 4 stroke economy, and a warranty.
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