what to check when buying a 2nd hand inboard volvo

Hi guys, I am about to put an offer on a 2nd hand boat and want to make sure its sound. What should I be asking the dealer to check/show me, provide reports etc. It has a volvo inboard 260hp motor.

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Any Advice Guys

Fri, 2013-06-28 17:16

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You need to make sure it's a

Fri, 2013-06-28 17:27

You need to make sure it's a diesel.

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Yep.

Fri, 2013-06-28 18:59

 You should also hold your tongue to the left, when signing the papers. 

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 Warranty.....use it alot in

Fri, 2013-06-28 19:19

 Warranty.....use it alot in the time of the warranty.

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Anodes

Fri, 2013-06-28 21:14

Get them to show you some of the engine anodes , if they are worn down it could mean that they haven't or don't know how to maintain the diesel properly.

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check

Fri, 2013-06-28 21:42

check your exhaust and cooling elbows they get the most wear a compression test would be a good idea too

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Check they will still service

Fri, 2013-06-28 22:34

Check they will still service it. May sound obvious but I brought a boat with a 16year old mercruiser & found most places did not want to service stern drives over 15 years old.