Newby needs advice.

[reelapeelin]

Originally Posted by mullism

Thanks for all of the advice . I will keep looking. Not in a big hurry. I do not want to have to replace transom or stringers. Minor repairs I do not mind. I know any boat, motor, and trailer deal for 5000 or less will probrably need something. But I do not want to have to repower right off the bat, or start major repairs.
Thanks
Michael

I WOULDN'T BUY ANY USED MOTOR W/OUT COMPRESSION NUMBERS AND A SEA-TRIAL...you may have a diamond in the rough there, but I don't think you have enough info yet...