I've been an Evinrude guy since 1986. I currently run a 1992 Bass Cat, which I bought new. I re-powered in 2010 with a 2010 Evinrude 200 HP. The motor has nearly 1000 hours on it, has been a great motor but has spent more and more time in the shop the past 2 years for repairs. There are differing opinions as to how available parts will be in the future and I don't really want to risk not being able to get parts for it. Buying a new rig is not an option. I love this boat. Yes, its a 1992, but it was totally refurbished a few years ago. I do not want to buy a used motor and don't want to gamble with the last of the new Evinrudes. I've looked at Mercury and Yamaha and decided to go with a 2021 200 Mercury, 4 stroke.
I have 2 questions:
1. Is it wise to buy the extended warranty, which will cover me for 7 years?
2. After the break in, how will the Mercury be in gas consumption?
Thanks in advance for sharing your wisdom!