how much is it worth?

[BFSC Kevin]

sorry. but just wondering how much a mid 80s 5hp honda is worth and a late 80s 8hp honda is worth? of course 4 stroke. any particular comments on them? thanks

[grt1]

One of my fishing buddies sold his Honda 10hp (an older blue colored version) for $400 and thought he got a good deal so I would suggest if you pay over $500 for these it is a BAD deal

[BFSC Kevin]

really? a 80s 4stroke not even worth 500? its already hard enough for me to find a 2 stroke 80's+ for 500...

[Bernie]

At that age I would look at what kind of condition it was in. If properly maintained and low hours it would be worth the $500 bucks. If not maintained and beat up it is worth nothing. A quick visual check-starter rope,is it badly worn? The engine itself- oil coated and dirty or nice and clean? Is the throttle and tiller handle nice and smooth or loose as a goose? The shift lever move easily? ( sometimes you need to turn the prop by hand to align the gears) Ask the seller if you can take it to a reputable mechanic to give it a quick checkover. If he refuses -dont buy it. If he accepts, a few bucks checking it out may save you some money. Just a few things off the top of my head here but you should get the idea.

[bassman]

This site will give you the book value on the motor.

 

http://www.nadaguides.com/home.aspx?l=1&am...;p=0&f=5000

[BFSC Kevin]

some of those don't look too right.. a 1985 for only $65...

[POLLIWOGG]

Hmmm Check out the price on Irish's bird.

[pikehunter]

Those prices do look low. Maybe that is a sight the insurance companies use to judge a boats value when they have to pay off a claim!

[Terry]

I have not seen a 5 hp Honda for under $600, they always seem to hold their value

wish I could find a 10hp for $400

[Bob]

As with any market, it's a supply / demand issue. Most people selling something used insist the item is worth more than it really is and those looking to purchase insist it's worth less. That being said, I personally wouldn't pay more than $500 for a 20+ year old outboard in the 10 hp or lower category. On the other hand, if someone was offering one for less than $100, I'd be highly suspicious of condition. Today, I know where to lay hands on an 88 Buick, certified, for $1000. Look around and you'll find deals.

[Mike the Pike]

Kevin I sold my 1980 Honda 7.5hp for $650.00 3 yrs ago it ran like new.

 

Not to long ago you were talking about picking up a 9.9hp and now you are looking at 5hp.

 

Spend a bit more money and find a 9.9hp.

 

5hp on a 12 foot tinny will go very slow.

 

I run an 8hp on my 12 foot tinny and I would still prefer a 9.9.The Maximum horsepower allowed.

 

Go bigger its better.

 

MTP

[LeXXington]

Not too steal the thread by any means but watch out for lots of older engines going on Sale soon. With the new gas regs in Ontario 10% eth could eat away at some older seals making them need replaceing sooner.

 

I would not pay $500 for a 80's engine under 9.9.. consider getting one used from the USA lots to get and much cheaper

[POLLIWOGG]

Theres a big difference in the 5hp and the 8hp as your going from a single to a twin. there are some outboards out there that are used on rag haulers and have very low hrs on them and have more resale value.

 

I paid 800 for a 8 hp yami 2 st. because it only had a half lt of oil through it and it was clean as brand new. It was used to take a small sailboat in and out of the harbor for a few years.

[salpro]

Hey kev! I got a shock at the Toronto show few weeks back. I have a 1956 (mint) 5 1/2 seahorse. Run's amasing. I asked the dealers what ist worth? $100.00 if u r lucky u may get upwards to $300.00.... I told him he was nuts, but thats how it is. If i sold it for 500.00 I would never get a kicker, any yr,that runs that good to replace it. So hold on, use it....Only way to get a fair buck out of it. Its a shame, but i'm going to run mine till it puks. Should be in a collection somewhere. Sal