How to sell my boat motor?

I have a boat motor stored in the garage, mounted to a work bench. I want to sell the motor, but do not know how to go about it. It was used by a family member who no longer is available for guidance.

How do I go about selling it? I am thinking that the potential buyer will want to see it "run", but that is not possible in the current location in the garage. I just don't know how to go about trying to sell the motor.

Any advice? I am not a carpenter, and do not have access to anyone nearby with experience in boats. But, I can round up "helpers" if the project does not become too complicated. But I do not know anything about boats/motors. Yes, I have access to a truck. But not a boat. There is a harbor withing driving distance, but no retail stores there buy/sell 2nd hand motors, so I need to sell it on my own.

Thank you for any hints. The motor is a Yamaha 4 stroke 8HP 20" shaft, if that info helps you answer my question.

Hello. I'm checking in to see if any hints have come up yet. Thanks.

Just be honest about it and it's history. Advertise in local paper and Craig's list. Pick up at your location only.

Hi, thanks for taking the time to answer. I do have access to local Craigslist for advertising, so that part is taken care of.

My problem is how do I get the motor running so potential buyers can see that it functions. I'm thinking I'll need to get it out of the garage (I don't want water in there). I have a big plastic barrel that can be used for water, but it is not sturdy enough to hold the motor on the side of the barrel. So, I'll need a stand or something to mount it on. Any suggestions of where there would be "plans" for building a simple stand that could be used for mounting the motor to run it? I can ask for help from friends if the project is simple enough.

Ayuh,.... Boat motor don't say much 'bout what ya got,....

Is it a 2 hp outboard, or a 400 hp inboard,..??

nocebo808 said:

The motor is a Yamaha 4 stroke 8HP 20" shaft, if that info helps you answer my question.

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I think it is called a "kicker"? Used as a backup motor for emergencies while on the water. Or as a motor for a very small boat?

I have the original receipt, if for some reason that helps with answers.

you dont need anything elaborate to run a motor that size...put the bottom of the motor in a 84 quart cooler and keep it filled by letting the hose run while running...nail a board between two trees or something to mount motor at correct height..i have done exactly that many years ago..