I need some help deciding what engine I should by to re-power my 1969 Columbia 36. I have two choices; 1. Buy a 14 year old Yanmar 2 GM 20F with only 6 hours on the meter or 2. buy a Brand new Yanmar 3YM30AE. I can buy the used engine for $5000.
I'll probably keep the boat for at least another 3 years. I'm sure I can save some money buying the used one but is it worth the risk that if something were to happen to the engine there would be no warranty on it. A new one would at least have a manufacturers warranty.
I don't have enough experience to know. Please help.
I'll probably keep the boat for at least another 3 years. I'm sure I can save some money buying the used one but is it worth the risk that if something were to happen to the engine there would be no warranty on it. A new one would at least have a manufacturers warranty.
I don't have enough experience to know. Please help.