The earliest skegless versions are typically viewed as the most valuable while the motors built after 1917-18 are usually the most commonly found versions today. The model number is also important as it tell us details like the type, year and horsepower of the motor.
#Vintage evinrude outboard serial numbers serial number
Evinrude was the most prolific builder of Detachable Rowboat Motors, as they built around 150,000 of them between 19. The serial number uses the form 'BXXX-XXXXXXX' and may be referred to as the product identification number Evinrude - the serial number on an Evinrude is located on the transom or mounting bracket. WRT value, that question almost always leads to a trap-door, but what I will tell you is that the Evinrude Detachable Rowboat Motors from the 1920's are usually priced anywhere in the $250-$450 range at most Antique Outboard Motor Club swap meets. The serial number on the tank would tell the whole story WRT actual vintage, but as Mr Wells suggests, the lack of a serial number means we can only make it an approximate identification. The model number will identify the year and certain details of that motor. The nameplate should contain a model number and a serial number. I have a Neptune Outboard motor, Model W C1, Serial C 1542 RK. water pump impellers for neptune 800 series. The tiller handle is missing but the reversing ratchet mechanism located at the top of the driveshaft tube immediately underneath the powerhead assembly is clearly visible, as is the water pump drive collar on the lower unit. Your Evinrude outboard model number can usually be found on the nameplate located on the motor or the mounting bracket. 1979 25 hp evinrude outboard serial model. It is also a model "A" Evinrude, which has a reversing lower unit. This is important to know when ordering parts for your Suzuki motor. The reason I say this is because of the nose on the lower unit. The serial number on a Suzuki outboard reflects coded information about when the motor was made and what type of motor it is. Evinrude outboard engines rely on the model number for positive identification, and the number is located on the identification plate near the engine transom mount. It looks like your motor is in the area of 1922-23 or later.