98 190/200MERC vs 91 184DC/175MERC

[jpuryear]

What do you guys think? Both are pretty cherry especially the 91. 1500$ difference in final prices. Mechanic verified all good and 100# on all 6 for the 175 merc (seems low, but even) and couldn't find a stress crack or much of any wear on anything. 23p trophy dinged a "little", puny 12v TM and 400 miles away are the downsides to the 91 184. 98 190 is a local, 1 owner boat. No problems, low hrs but haven't tested it yet. Seems like a lot more boat to me. I'd love to get your opinions. Here they are and thanks in advance.

http://www.carsforsale.com/use...81119

http://stlouis.craigslist.org/boa/697506609.html

[jbh3]

Have owned both these boats and also a 191. The 184 and 190 are both great boats. Given the info above, the 190 would be my choice. Much more boat and motor and 7 years newer. Easy choice IMO. Good luck!

[H2O_Fowl]

190 no doubt. Plus side is it is a one owner and newer. Much more boat than the 184.

[jpuryear]

I was too late Jack. First guy grabbed it this afternoon. Drove here from Oklahoma. I was second in line.


Paid a mechanic to check out the 184 in Elwood. Great condition but only 100# on all six which looks like barely enough.

This is starting to get old...

[noffer]

Sorry you missed out, that 1998 looked like a sweet deal. Throw an offer at the older boat, and at least you'll be out on the water.

[jpuryear]

yeah, that 91 has been my plan until that 98 showed up just down the road. I'm just a little worried about that 100# compression. The info I've found says it is not in the sweet spot. Does anybody out there know what a 91 175 Merc compression should be to indicate good condition?? Maybe its normal, but I doubt it.

[H2O_Fowl]

A good de carbing may bring the pressure back up.