nissan outboard

[bigred78]

hello there, have a question? I'am looking at buying a 1995 nissan 40 horse outboard two stroke don't know much about this particular motor. Is it a good motor? Are they reliable? any major issues with this motor that I need to watch out for.the owner says it runs great but does not know how many hours. the owner is asking 1500$ is it worth it.thanks

 

[John_S]

Re: nissan outboard

2 or 3 cyl? Nissan/Tohatsu made both. I can vouch for the 2cyl. It has held up very well. Ours is an early 80's. Our motor has only seen routine maintainance, outside of a carb and fuel pump kit, which was more pre-emptive than actually needing it. I also have a '97 Nissan 18E. Basicly same story, except haven't done a carb kit yet.

The price seems a little high for the 2 cyl, but it is all on condition of the motor. I believe they sold new back then for around $3000. If it has seen salt water, deduct more points/dollars. Also, does controls and gas tank come with it?