1997 16ft Northwood c/w 1987 Mercury - 90 HP - Need Advice.

mtevans

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Looking to buy a used boat...Lotsa junk out there for lotsa money - I think I found a nice boat:<br /><br />97' Northwood 16' all decked out with 3 ped seats, trolling motor and yacht club trailor the boat is in minty condition.<br /><br />It has a 90HP 1987 Mercurury 2stroke on it. (The Boat is only rated for 60 HP).<br /><br />He is asking $ 7850.00 Canadian = $ 4900 US for the package.<br /><br />General comments on the value of the deal would be appreciated with specific comments on the following would be appreciated as well :<br /><br />Oversized motor on the boat.<br />Age of the motor. <br />Possible value of the motor. (maybe trade it in on something less powerful 40-50hp 4 stroke mayhaps).<br /><br />This would be my first purchase of a boat and I dont want to make a "big mistake"....<br /><br />One buddy say's "jump all over it" two others say avoid it because of the engine...<br /><br />What would you do ?
 

chuckm

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Re: 1997 16ft Northwood c/w 1987 Mercury - 90 HP - Need Advice.

The only thing you should worry about is if you insure boat insurance wont cover damage if they know motor was overrated for boat. I personally would buy it. Good luck to ya.
 

my new fishmaster

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Re: 1997 16ft Northwood c/w 1987 Mercury - 90 HP - Need Advice.

Pass a 16 is not big enough I purchased a 170 Starcraft fishmaster with a 75 hp force for a great price they are 1996 model. Buy a boat with a new motor and make sure it has a windsheild like Sylvan,Crestliner,Starcraft,LUND.
 

JB

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Re: 1997 16ft Northwood c/w 1987 Mercury - 90 HP - Need Advice.

Hi, Mike.<br /><br />Pass. A boat 50% overpowered is likely to have hidden structural damage. It is also very hard to effectively insure and in some places will get you a citation.<br /><br />Not worth the risks. :)
 
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