Should I buy this boat?

[Tman1971]

18 ft Sea Ray SRV 190, 165 Horsepower Mercruiser & Trailer
It has a MerCruiser inline 6 but I’m not sure what the outdrive is. Do you guys know? And is there any reason I shouldn’t buy this boat? It’s what I’ve been looking for and it is in mint condition! What do you guys think?

 

[Tman1971]

It is a 1974 model.

 

[Tman1971]

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[JimS123]

Back then smaller Searays were still quality boats. That WAS a good engine and outdrive in its day.

Even if its "mint" to the eye, OMG its a freaking 44 year old boat.

If the previous owner(s) maintained it to the letter, you must be prepared to invest many more $ into keeping it in running condition.

One of my boats is older than that. But then again, its a showboat that gets little use. Its not a daily driver.

If that's your goal, go for it. If not, maybe go for it anyway, just be sure to keep some bucks in the bank for routine repairs.

 

[82rude]

After a through check up if all is well and price is right go for it.Me I like that its a straight 6 .250 chev?

 

[Tman1971]

I know it’s a Chevy, so I’m guessing it a 250.

Yeah, 44 years is a long time, but it’s been gone through as far as the motor and everything. But I love messing with old cars and stuff so working on it a little would be a good thing sort of. But I just didn’t know if this model engine and out drive might be proned to break down for any reason? Thanks for the help by the way. I have given it allot of thought today. I’ve went back and forth all day but not really because of the boat, I really want it, I just always do that before spending a large amount of money. Well, sort of large. To me anyway...

 

[southkogs]

Some good stuff HERE to look through on buying a used boat. I'm a big fan of that 250 I6. I had it in my last boat, but my rig was OMC. Make sure you're a Mercruiser and you're in better shape already

If you realize that you're buying an older boat, meaning performance may not always match expectations and that you may spend some extra time in the garage with it - then go for it. I like older boats myself.

 

[Tman1971]

One more question I have is, if I ever decide to take the inline 6 out of the boat, would everything work with a v8 like a 305 or 350 small block? Would it bolt up to everything?

 

[Tman1971]

Thanks for the link to all the info! That’s a big help! As far as the motor it is a MerCruiser but I’m not sure about the outdrive? If it’s an OMC I’ll pass on it. But was OMC around in 1974?

 

[GA_Boater]

No - The drive ratios is all wrong for a "V" motor and you need to fab motor mounts, which are on each side.

It isn't a drop in, but not impossible.

 

[Tman1971]

Can any of you guys tell what brand of foot or outdrive this is from this picture?

 

[Tman1971]

Ok, so no V8. That’s ok. Was just curious. Thanks

 

[Tman1971]

Here’s another picture. Maybe this might help determine the brand of the outdrive?

 

[Tman1971]

Can anyone tell what make of outdrive that is?

 

[GA_Boater]

Can anyone tell what make of outdrive that is?

What color is the motor painted?

 

[Maclin]

Looks like a Mercruiser for sure, an MC1 maybe but can't tell from the pics if it has a lifting hole on top or not.

Here is a link to lots of info, if you scroll down there are photos and descriptions of Mercruiser drives for ID-ing...

https://forums.iboats.com/forum/eng...scellaneous-mercruiser-information#post338200

 

[Tman1971]

If I remember correctly I think it was a lighter colored blue.

 

[Tman1971]

That’s definitely great to hear Maclin! MerCruiser is what I was hoping for. I’m not sure about a lifting hole. I’ll definitely check out the link you provided. Much appreciated!!

 

[ahicks]

I've never seen a Sea Ray with anything but a Mercruiser outdrive.

 

[Tman1971]

The motor I think was Blue, but it could have been orange. I’ve looked at so many the last few days I honestly can’t remember... heck, it may have been black. Really can’t remember... sorry