1980 8hp Mariner

ggoldy · Jul 14, 2014

It runs. It has been used in saltwater. 'IF' the screws and bolts are not corroded, and 'IF' the compression is reasonable, is it worth 400 bucks to bring it home and replace the water pump and maybe seals?

Thanks,
Gary

JMichael · Jul 16, 2014

IMO The value of a motor is greatly affected by condition and brand/model, but you'll need to compare it to similar motors in your area as prices can vary quite a bit just by the area of the country they are sold in. Try checking craigslist etc to find what similar motors are selling for in your area.

SumDumGuy · Jul 17, 2014

$400 for a nearly 35 year old little black motor, not a chance (but that's just me). :wink:

ggoldy · Jul 17, 2014

In this area, a mile from the gulf and santa rosa sound, motors are like gold. For 400 bucks it would be a rebuild project. I took a look at it and found way too much corrosion. I didn't think I could pull all the nuts, bolts, and screws without out snapping some off. So I'd hate to see what it looks like inside! I passed.
Thanks, guys.

Gary

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