Topic: 1966 Evinrude 3 HP Yachtwin Foldable Outboard with case, instruction manual

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December 10, 2020 at 6:00 pm #224838
sailscubasurf@gmail.com
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Hello,

I was given a 1966 Evinrude 3 hp Yachtwin Foldable Outboard with case, instruction manual and advertisement.

The motor and case are in near-new condition (a minor dent in case).

I would like to find the estimated value of this motor so if I sell it, I will get a fair price for it.
December 10, 2020 at 6:18 pm #224848
dave-bernard
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I paid $350.00 for mine.
December 10, 2020 at 6:22 pm #224850
frankr
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Wow, what a beauty. Almost priceless, in my opinion.
December 10, 2020 at 7:15 pm #224853
lindy46
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Have you checked anything out on the motor? Does it run? Even a motor with little use may need some work before it can be used. The water pump impeller, if original, will need replacing. The coils, if original, will most likely need replacement. For an “As-is” sale I would probably pay $250-300 for it. For a running motor which has had the items I mentioned replaced and tuned up, I would ask $500-700. I just sold a refurbished 1958 Lightwin which was repainted, new decals, new water pump impeller, coils, points, condensers, wires, rebuilt carb, etc.for $500. It wasn’t a folder.
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December 10, 2020 at 8:06 pm #224859
mike n
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i have a couple folders like yours. thats in great shape.unfortunately i dont sell anything, i just buy. i bought the same year johnson in same condition for $225 but i think i got lucky.i think dave and lindy46 are on target but i would ask a little more to start

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December 11, 2020 at 5:25 am #224931
billw
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There is one for sale in my area for $300. Not as clean but frankly, it just appears to need washing.

Long live American manufacturing!
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December 12, 2020 at 9:26 am #225021
fleetwin
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Certainly appears nice cosmetically, but the engine will need some work to make it a reliable daily runner. Condition of the case is so important when determining price…It sure appears to be almost new, hardly ever used. Have a look inside the fuel tank…Value will be much less if the tank is fouled/rusted inside, but I’m guessing it is in good shape. Value will vary depending on your location. Looking at advertised prices on ebay/CL doesn’t mean too much, the actual final sales price is all that matters.
You can ask more if you are willing to wait for the enthusiast that has been looking for a nice folder, but $300-400 will get is sold in a hurry. You got it for nothing, so it would be nice if you waited for the right buyer to come along who will care and preserve it properly.
Where are you located??
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