Hangkai outboards

[Wazzajnr]

Originally Posted by 909

That's true . This year, prices have been crazy.

Your best bet to score a deal would be to drive a couple hours away. Less demand.

Most people aren't willing to drive.

It was 3 hours each way to pick up the one I did. Its old and Tatty but runs well, even so, it was 500 quid

[909]

Cleaned up ... you could probably sell it for double today.

I drove 4.5 hours to a retired boat dealer and picked up what was basically a brand new Zodiac at 80% off retail

Gas and driving time will always be cheaper than shipping.

[Wazzajnr]

What I'm really after is a 15hp that's dead but with a good carburettor to throw on mine but sadly they are as rare as hens teeth

[909]

I can get them. LOTS.

They're made locally. And abundant.

But like you mentioned, prices are insane this year.

[Wazzajnr]

I've tried everywhere to get a 15hp carb for mine including numerous USA sites but to no avail.
If you know where one can be had, I'd be forever in your debt!

[909]

Might possibly be a case of cutting your losses and starting fresh.

Find an updated 15HP with factory carb, the reed valve spacer AND the tuned exhaust.

Negotiate a price. Sell your current motor for that price.

Free upgrade.