Justin3085
New member
Hello,
I am looking to purchase an 83 Chris Craft Corinthian 26' from a seller in the next town over. I don't know much about inboard engines and the seller only owned the boat for 2 years before wanting to buy bigger.
I'm looking for suggestions on what to look for when I go fire it up on Friday to check it out. I'm told the broker they are dealing with did an engine compression check on both Chevy 250HP with results of 145 - 150 PSI. I have no idea what the norm should be. The Sea Trial was conducted at 3500 RPM (unknown time limit at this point -- forgot to ask) and it ran without issue.
Both engines are original, 1 trans was replaced 5 years ago by first owner. (Meticulous old timer). props are perfect, new zincs were put on also.
The interior/exterior are pristine for its age, it is absolutely obvious the first owner and the current owner cared for this vessel deeply.
Just looking for advice on what I should look for that could send up a red flag. I will more than likely get a survey done should my visit go well this Friday.
Thanks!
I am looking to purchase an 83 Chris Craft Corinthian 26' from a seller in the next town over. I don't know much about inboard engines and the seller only owned the boat for 2 years before wanting to buy bigger.
I'm looking for suggestions on what to look for when I go fire it up on Friday to check it out. I'm told the broker they are dealing with did an engine compression check on both Chevy 250HP with results of 145 - 150 PSI. I have no idea what the norm should be. The Sea Trial was conducted at 3500 RPM (unknown time limit at this point -- forgot to ask) and it ran without issue.
Both engines are original, 1 trans was replaced 5 years ago by first owner. (Meticulous old timer). props are perfect, new zincs were put on also.
The interior/exterior are pristine for its age, it is absolutely obvious the first owner and the current owner cared for this vessel deeply.
Just looking for advice on what I should look for that could send up a red flag. I will more than likely get a survey done should my visit go well this Friday.
Thanks!