Need help on year, Mercury 8hp.

[Greg Byrd]

Had this outboard for a while now sitting in shed, finally had time to look at it. Would like to know what year it is. Mercury 7.5HP Serial A171717.
Thanks!

 

[Greg Byrd]

From what research I've done looks to be a 1985. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

 

[Fun Times]

You're correct.

MERCURY

1985

7.5 HP (M) Model #

1007205. http://www.marineengine.com/parts/mercury_marine_parts/sn/0A171717

 

[racerone]

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