Volvo Penta cobra?

[lineman09]

Hello.. Looking at buying a 98 reinell 18' bow rider, with a Volvo Penta cobra stern drive?? Are these any good? Please help fast!! Thank u!

 

[HorizonblueDK]

Re: Volvo Penta cobra?

Hello.. Looking at buying a 98 reinell 18' bow rider, with a Volvo Penta cobra stern drive?? Are these any good? Please help fast!! Thank u!

As always, it depends on maintenance, but in general they are pretty reliable. A weak spot is the prop shaft seal. The paintwork was poor on the SX drive.

Check the outdrive oil when inspecting the boat. Also check for corrosion.