Is my Merc 500 a 1969?

[dantate79]

Serial # 2518908

This number is within the range that fits, but how do I know for sure? I checked the websites that people have posted but I cant find anything that matches this number. My Grandfather gave me this 14' runabout that he bought new in 1969. I would love to get it running and looking good again. Thanks for your time.

Dan

 

[dadgummit]

Re: Is my Merc 500 a 1969?

According to oldmercs.com:
General Information:

* This model was painted all "Phantom Black."
* The serial number was on a plate riveted to the swivel bracket above and between the clamp screws..
* Serial numbers 2116318 thru 2305100 were 1967 models.
* Serial numbers 2305101 thru 2480534 were 1968 models.
**** Serial numbers 2514919 thru 2736806 were 1969 models.**********
* 1967-69 Merc 500's were produced in Merc 500M (Manual Starting, Short Shaft,) Merc 500ML (Manual Starting, Long Shaft,) Merc 500S (Electric Starting, Short Shaft without Alternator,) Merc 500SL (Electric Starting, Long Shaft, without Alternator, Merc 500E (Electric Starting, Short Shaft, with Alternator) and Merc 500EL (Electric Starting, Long Shaft, with Alternator)

 

[Yepblaze]

Re: Is my Merc 500 a 1969?

It checks out as a 69 by my chart.

 

[dantate79]

Re: Is my Merc 500 a 1969?

Thank you both so much!

This boat is a 69 Silverline Swift 14'. Its cool that the motor is probably the original that it came with. I am hoping that this project isnt way over my head. If you know a good way to get a manual for a fair price will you let me know. Thanks again for confirming what I was hoping.

Dan

 

[ScottyJGA]

Re: Is my Merc 500 a 1969?

Dan, I have a motor with a very close serial number to yours, and it's a 1969 for sure as others have pointed out. My boat, purchased just recently, is also a 1969, a Sea Fury 15-1/2 foot bowrider type built by Palmer Boat Company in Florida. The hull's in perfect shape, so I'm concentrating on engine restoration and repair ... after changing the wiring harness, she's running, but a bit rough, so I've got some work to do.

Good to know there are other '69 Merc 500s out there!

Scott

 

[Dunaruna]

Re: Is my Merc 500 a 1969?

Serial # 2518908

This number is within the range that fits, but how do I know for sure? I checked the websites that people have posted but I cant find anything that matches this number. My Grandfather gave me this 14' runabout that he bought new in 1969. I would love to get it running and looking good again. Thanks for your time.

Dan

Dan, you will NEVER find another motor with that serial number. Serial numbers are sequential, your number is unique.