Engine: Merc V6 @ 240 HP

[jimraab]

A friend of mine is looking at a 2003 Challenger that has the Mercury 240 HP jet drive. Can someone provide me with any feedback around reliability, parts availability, and getting service? It seems I recall these can be issues for this engine.

 

[LouDoo]

Tell him not to do it. See this thread for details.

http://www.seadooforum.com/showthread.php?41078-Gonna-buy-a-00-Challenger...What-to-look-for

Lou

 

[jimraab]

Thanks SeaDooLou!

I knew I read some problems with them in getting parts and service. I will advise my friend to stay away.

 

[biffdotorg]

Find a local BRP dealer that also sells boats with Mercury outboards. It's the best situation for you to find a qualified mechanic that will work on both. My local BRP dealers sells everything BRP from ATV's, sleds, Spyder and boats. They are also a Mercury Outboard dealer. So they have a mechanic for Rotax as well as merc. They are unafraid of my 240efi.

That being said, if something takes the proverbial crap, I am prepared that the parts may be expensive. So far, they have been gold at helping me maintain the motor and keep it in good working order.

Get a good deal, and get it to a dealer to look it over before buying. If you don't have a dealer nearby that will touch it, then shy away.