Never had one - this info is mostly scuttlebutt I've heard over the years. Mainly it's beacuse they are no longer in business. Parts available for them are used (e-bay type) or new aftermarket - no direct factory support. Mechanics who know how to work on them are rare.
All makes have some skeletons in their closets - when somebody finds one, they generally remember that above all else.
The issue is with their outdrives - not their engines. The 3 liter is a fine engine. The outdrive is obsolete and most mechanics will not work on them.
A Chevy based engine,+ Either a Volvo or Mercruiser drive.......
Chevies are the Most Common motors,+ Mercruisers are the Most Common drives......
Commonality tends to Lower Prices of Parts,.... Especially Used Parts......
