How does this outdrive look?

[tangent]

I'm looking at a boat (2003 Bayliner) with a Mercruiser. My current boat has a 1986 outboard and is trailered, so it still looks pretty good. I don't have any experience with a boat kept in the water, so I was surprised at how this outdrive looks. I'm wondering if this is normal for a pressure-washed drive that isn't re-painted or is this is a sign of damage?<br /><br />

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[Bondo]

Re: How does this outdrive look?

Other than needing Zincs, some Prop work,+ Paint.......<br /><br />Ayuh,....... It looks like a used outdrive on a moored boat.....

 

[Lou C]

Re: How does this outdrive look?

Typical of what any OD will look like if moored in salt water, most look worse!

 

[crazy charlie]

Re: How does this outdrive look?

Cosmetically speaking it looks like it should.Still need to check fluid and pressure and shifting.

 

[tangent]

Re: How does this outdrive look?

Thank you. It's about 130 miles away - sounds like it may be worth the trip to check it out.