1999 Islander 268

[Two Bells]

Recently made an offer on this Islander. It has original Yamaha 250 Saltwater Series motor with 300 hours. The accepted offering price is $35,000. I am concerned about the age of the engine even with low hours. Boat will be surveyed, but would appreciate comments about the motor and anything else relevant. Thanks.

 

[ocnslr]

Very low hours doesn't always = good news.

I assume you made an offer subject to a professional survey of the entire vessel.

If that surveyor is not comfortable doing a full engine (it's an engine, not a motor) assessment, then you should have an independent Yamaha-certified mechanic evaluate the engine. At a minimum, properly done cylinder compression tests, draining and evaluation of the lower unit, perhaps even a borescope, O2 sensors, etc.

The OX66 engines are almost bullet-proof, but lack of maintenance can kill almost anything.

If your offer was not contingent on a professional survey, then disregard my comments and I wish you good luck.

Brian

 

[Two Bells]

Thanks, ocnsir. Yes, offer is contingent upon marine survey AND a Yamaha cert. tech. survey. I'm new to power boats and just wondering how long an engine might last with good maintenance.