Value of Brand New never used 1978 Evinrude 55 HP 2Stroke outboard 55875?

[Weliketomoveit]

I have a friend that has a Brand New never used 1978 Evinrude 55 HP 2 Stroke outboard 55875 with electric start, shifter, prop and gas tank all in the original box that he looking to sell. Any thoughts on the value?

 

[Crosbyman]

well if innards ok depending on a 43 year sleep over I would start at nothing under 5000$ and wait for nibbles.

nice find !!

 

[jbcurt00]

I'd say that 5K is a bit strong, maybe a lot strong, for a motor that likely wasnt prepped for a 43yr sleep.

Its probably too big & heavy to be a wall hanger, and not a 'collectible' motor really either except that it wasnt run....

 

[Scott Danforth]

I agree that $5k is a bit heavy. however if stored in a climate-controlled environment, and it turns over maybe $3500. all the rubber bits will need to be replaced (rubber life is 15 years max) along with the gear lube, etc.

if stored in a damp basement you may be looking at wall-art in that case, sell the bits.

 

[garzonstudio]

I have a friend that has a Brand New never used 1978 Evinrude 55 HP 2 Stroke outboard 55875 with electric start, shifter, prop and gas tank all in the original box that he looking to sell. Any thoughts on the value?

Do you have any pictures from the front and back, beautiful piece of art.

 

[Crosbyman]

year + post... probably sold by now...