As an update I went for a sea trial today.
Things didn't start off well as the engine wouldn't turn over and there was quickly water above the deck in the starboard stern (where the kicker sits).
After a jump the engine turned right over. It has between 135 (computer readout according to salesman) to 200 hours on it (gauge reading). It had a carburetor replaced this past summer and the 200 hour service done by a Yamaha dealer. Apparently the boat had sat unused for two years.
The engine ran great and the boat rode smooth. A lot of fun...
So the issues...
1) The engines sat for a few years to the point that the carb needed to be replaced ($2k price tag). Should that raise concern? After removing the cover everything looked brandy new.
2) Part of the reason the boat took on water was because the salesman didn't plug the livewell so it filled with water, adding 80+ lbs to the stern. The scuppers were also clogged with debris. The scuppers do sit below the water line and I've already read several threads on the issue.
3) Steering was stiff. Bilge pump wasn't working.
4) There were some stress fractures in the deck but no soft spots. Looks like the previous owner was set up to do some diving because of the tank brackets and I bet a tank or two slammed around. The transom looked rock solid with the exception of a teeny tiny chip at the corner of transom and bottom that exposed the glass.
Kicker fired right up. A Hook 5 is also included.
The salesman is going to see if the owner will replace the batteries, lube the steering, and replace the bilge pump.
Should these issues scare me? Should I run like crazy or am I good?
I appreciate your feedback.
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