Hey guys. I have an 1987 18' Duracraft aluminum boat with a 70HP Yamaha. Well this past winter someone stole my engine, controls, cables, everything. I have been looking around for the last couple of months and think I've found two decent one and want yall's advice.
The first is a 1999 or 2000 50 HP Johnson without trim that a local dealer has for $1,700. Doesn't come with a prop. Not sure what if anything they've done to it but they say it runs great.
The other is a 1993 Yamaha 55 HP with trim and a prop. The guy has offered to take me out on his boat that still has the engine on it to show me that it works fine. He wants $1,400.
Both come with controls. Assuming they both run fine, any opinions as to what would be better? I have a new baby on the way so price is a big issue.
I just need something to play around on the lake with this summer.
Thanks guys.
The first is a 1999 or 2000 50 HP Johnson without trim that a local dealer has for $1,700. Doesn't come with a prop. Not sure what if anything they've done to it but they say it runs great.
The other is a 1993 Yamaha 55 HP with trim and a prop. The guy has offered to take me out on his boat that still has the engine on it to show me that it works fine. He wants $1,400.
Both come with controls. Assuming they both run fine, any opinions as to what would be better? I have a new baby on the way so price is a big issue.
I just need something to play around on the lake with this summer.
Thanks guys.
