"HK" wrote in message
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I have been offered a commercially used Evinrude E-TEC 90hp with 1000
hours. I am considering buying it however I don't know if this is
considered a lot of hours for this motor or what the life expectancy
would be. These motors sell for around 13000 and this is priced at
5000. Any advice on what I should be checking or looking out for would
be appreciated.



$5000 American for a used 90 hp outboard with 1000 hours?

Crazy.

Ed's Marine has them brand new for $7300.

http://www.edsmarinesuperstore.com/evinrude.htm

For $6500, you can get a brand new Yamaha four stroke 90 hp.

Do not buy that engine for that kind of money.


Besides... 'commercially used' may mean abused.
I'd have to get a darn good discount before I'd buy.