2002 boat with 4.3L Volvo Penta.

[SeaDooSam]

Hi

I am looking at a boat which looks extremely clean. The motor included. However, it has 500 hours of use. I think that is a lot but I don't know much about this engine. Does anyone know how many hours it should last? Thanks

 

[wrench 3]

500 hours at 55mph = 27,500 miles. Would you worry about buying a car with 27,500 miles on it?
That engine is the V-6 shall block Chevy and Volvo Penta is a good drive.

 

[Scott Danforth]

with proper maintenance, they will last about 3000-4000 hours.

 

[Bondo]

Ayuh,.... My ole 4.3l has over 2,000 hours on it, 'n it's runnin' as strong as ever,....

99% of the time, boat motors are killed by their owners, 'n rarely wear out,.....

 

[bruceb58]

Perfect amount of hours. You don't want an engine that sits around and never gets used.

 

[SeaDooSam]

Ok thanks. All very good answers! Wow, 4,000 hours. ..that's a lot of time. Now I feel much more confident about buying a boat with 500 hours. I do know I still have to be careful though!