I wouldn't worry about the loose seat, no problem to fix. The Evinrude 225 is a good engine if it's been properly maintained. Like Tsubaki said, price is the major concern, followed by transom and fuel tank in my opinion.
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1985 Wellcraft V-20, Evinrude ETEC 150: SOLD
1979 Marine Trader 44, twin Ford Lehman 120s
2006 Panga 14, Tohatsu 20
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