So we are all on the same page most outboard and inboard engines need to be serviced yearly or every 100 hours, even 50 hours in some cases. The maintenance plays a major role in the protection of the engine to ensure it runs for the optimum service life or the marine engine and its components. ( Owner ) "yeah had it serviced and haven't used it much since." You need to see all the receipts ! Anything under $500 most probably is not a service. ( Owner ) "yeah mate she's regularly serviced" Plugs, fuel conditioner and a wash is not a service! owners tend to make their boat look the part to fool unsuspecting buyers into thinking everything is ok. ( Owner) "I serviced it myself I'm a mechanic" Things that always stand out for us which should make you very weary of buying a used boat privately : This helps us paint you a picture of issues they have been having and identify possible issues that you may experience. It's important to get the previous owner to provide you with all the receipts for work carried out over the time they had the boat. Here in Australia we have quite extreme operating conditions. This is not generally manufacturer specific but across the board.
Things that always stand out for us when buying a second hand boat fitted with an inboard engine which should make you very weary of buying :Įngines over 5 years old will most likely need some repairs, this is generally due to corrosion and or improper maintenance.Įngines that are 10 years old will most likely need overhaul of major components this is expensive not $1000 expensive Generally in excess of $4000 but is relevant to keeping your engine in tip top shape. Most vessel's require a minimum of yearly servicing which costs between $600 and $1000 per year so be very weary. It is important that you gather all history of a vessel before buying. These engines can equate to quite a hefty bill When it comes to repair, as the labour component is very high in dismantling an engine to change maybe a $20 part. Resulting in damage caused by lack of recommended maintenance.
Engines with low hours that haven't been serviced in 10 years. Plenty of unserviced engines, this can cost in excess of $1000 to get an engines components back to a serviceable standard Blown gimbal bearings and gimbal plate in excess of $11000 Incorrect application of anti-foul applied causing major structural damage in excess of $15000 Exhaust manifolds and risers needing replacement totalling $2600 Recent inspections carried out have found : It will give you peace of mind that the possibility of major repairs can be avoided. So your buying a new boat fitted with an inboard engine whether it be new or second hand you should always get someone to look over the boat for you.
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