2006 Evinrude/ Bombardier 175hp

[Bertram]

I was offered a pretty good deal on this motor,,, 2006 Bombardier Evinrude 175hp Vindicator Gray I must say I have been skeptical on all the DFI Evinrude engines from the previous years 1999 to 2002.
Friend of mine got a few of these from a military auction some never been in saltwater,all these motors are gray in color and were used and some either coast guard or military exercises.
My question has anyone on the board ever used these engines with good results.