Upgrade time...

[Poly]

I’ve spotted a couple of bigger engines with PTT available from reputable sources (one local, one further away) that would make a nice upgrade to my wee tub.

So I’m trying to gauge what the likely resale price is for my 2005, Yamaha two-stroke long shaft with remotes and electric start. Generally in good shape but the control box is a little scruffy looking and there is some paintwork scrapes on the skeg and very minor damage to the prop.

Anyone looking for something like that or got a feeling on value?

[jeffstevens763@g]

There was a 2004 short manual advertised at £1250 on eBay a while back would have thought it would be sort after by the small rib guys and glassfiber fishing boats.

[Poly]

Originally Posted by jeffstevens763@g

There was a 2004 short manual advertised at £1250 on eBay a while back would have thought it would be sort after by the small rib guys and glassfiber fishing boats.

Thanks Jeff - that’s the sort of range I was hoping to hear - just wondering if I am being too optimistic...

[jeffstevens763@g]

Originally Posted by Poly

Thanks Jeff - that’s the sort of range I was hoping to hear - just wondering if I am being too optimistic...

I think you have to be these engines are getting more and more sort after as time goes on especially good examples I would try it and see what interest you get what have you to lose you still have a usable boat for this season anyway good luck

[Poly]

Originally Posted by jeffstevens763@g

I think you have to be these engines are getting more and more sort after as time goes on especially good examples I would try it and see what interest you get what have you to lose you still have a usable boat for this season anyway good luck

I’ll most likely buy one of the 30HP first. Both have said they will consider the 20 for trade in but I am gauging market value (I realise tradein will not be so good). 50% more power and PTT should make the tub more fun when the whole family and a load of kit are weighing it down!

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by Poly

I’ll most likely buy one of the 30HP first. Both have said they will consider the 20 for trade in but I am gauging market value (I realise tradein will not be so good). 50% more power and PTT should make the tub more fun when the whole family and a load of kit are weighing it down!

What’s the max rating?

[jeffstevens763@g]

Yep the 30 will give you much more response with full load you going 2or4 stroke?

[Poly]

Originally Posted by pikey dave

what’s the max rating?

30hp ...

[Poly]

Originally Posted by jeffstevens763@g

Yep the 30 will give you much more response with full load you going 2or4 stroke?

Probably 4 stroke.

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by Poly

30hp ...

40hp it is then[emoji6]

[69cmw]

Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

40hp it is then[emoji6]

I like your thinking 🤣

[jeffstevens763@g]

He'll need a pilots licence if he does they go well with a 20

[smallribber]

Originally Posted by Poly

I’ve spotted a couple of bigger engines with PTT available from reputable sources (one local, one further away) that would make a nice upgrade to my wee tub.

So I’m trying to gauge what the likely resale price is for my 2005, Yamaha two-stroke long shaft with remotes and electric start. Generally in good shape but the control box is a little scruffy looking and there is some paintwork scrapes on the skeg and very minor damage to the prop.

Anyone looking for something like that or got a feeling on value?

Would help if you said what size the engine you want to sell is

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by Bigplumbs

Would help if you said what size the engine you want to sell is

It’s a 20 if you are genuinely interested

[smallribber]

Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

It’s a 20 if you are genuinely interested

Thanks for that. Rather important bit of info missing I thought so trying to be helpful

[jambo]

Originally Posted by Bigplumbs

Thanks for that. Rather important bit of info missing I thought so trying to be helpful

Post 5 he said 20

[smallribber]

Originally Posted by jambo

Post 5 he said 20

So he did

[xpertski]

If it’s in good condition I’d say around £1,250. Was looking for a 20hp 2 stroke about a year ago around that age and that’s what they seemed to be selling for. Guess a higher usage good condition would be around £1,000 and a mint example last year similar age I saw go for around £1,400. Hope that gives a guide.

When in good condition those engines are highly sought after. The sweet spot of good power but still lower weight than the lightest equivalent lower four strokes.

[Poly]

Originally Posted by xpertski

If it’s in good condition I’d say around £1,250. Was looking for a 20hp 2 stroke about a year ago around that age and that’s what they seemed to be selling for. Guess a higher usage good condition would be around £1,000 and a mint example last year similar age I saw go for around £1,400. Hope that gives a guide.

When in good condition those engines are highly sought after. The sweet spot of good power but still lower weight than the lightest equivalent lower four strokes.

Thanks xpertski...

[Poly]

Originally Posted by 69cmw

I like your thinking 🤣

he’s probably hoping for a “you won’t be insured thread” I’m sure he loves them as much as me!

Originally Posted by jeffstevens763@g

He'll need a pilots licence if he does they go well with a 20

I wonder if I’d chicken out before or after it chine walked?

It’s not top speed I need, more about being able to 1. Adjust trim to suit the load and conditions as she can be a bit wet up front; 2. Help to keep the cruising speed up in rougher water with a heavy load; 3. if it makes towing an inflatable more realistic I’m sure the kids will not object!