Questions on condition of 1988 Alpha One outdrive

[scrumper88]

Hi,

Been lurking for a while researching. I am considering an offer on a 21' 1988 Sea Ray Seville cuddy. She still has the original 4.3LX V6 motor and its outdrive, according to seller.

We hauled her today to have a look and this is the state of the stern drive. I wasn't sure what to make of it. It looks like years of protective paint peeling away, with no obvious severe corrosion. She's kept on a rack, has had about 20hrs in salt water over 2 years, prior to that was a freshwater boat.

My humble question is, is this an immediate walk away or is this kinda ok for age? A replacement outdrive isn't necessarily a deal killer since the rest of the boat is in great condition but I'd prefer a season or two's safe use first.

Bilges were dry, bellows rubber was fresh, transom seemed ok, motor was in outstanding shape.

Any advice is greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[Bt Doctur]

thats what happens when it painted with bottom paint or has severe electrolsys. Going to need a

 

[Bt Doctur]

complete transom assembly not just a drive

 

[scrumper88]

Thanks Bt. So judging by your response it's toast at this point?

 

[nola mike]

Is that a hole in the bellhousing?:faint2:

 

[scrumper88]

In the 4th pic? Yeah, a big one, good inch or so. I initially thought it was a badly-painted inspection port...

 

[nola mike]

That would qualify as "severe corrosion" in my book...
Can't imagine that would happen in 20 hours of salt. I'd be nervous about the structural integrity.

 

[scrumper88]

Yep. I think the seller (he's only had it 2yrs) is misinformed boat's past.

I don't think it'd be a terrible project for someone. Rest of the boat isn't bad. I'm just not in a position to take that on at the moment.

Thanks for the guidance here, all.