looking to buy an older Seadoo

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I found a 89 model Seadoo that I'm looking to buy. Never owned a PWC, so wanted to just get something to try out.
What kind of problems did these older units have and what do you think I need to check before buying?
I don't mind working on it to keep it going but I don't want to sink a lot of money in it either.
It looks fairly good for its age and the guy says it runs. Not in the water and I don't think he's got the water hose hook up to test it now. Probably not a good idea at this time, 22 degrees out and he doesn't have a place indoors to store it either.

 

[seadoosnipe]

How much?

How much does he want for it? This was one of the first years Seadoo made the PWC's.......the engine is the 587. It's not super fast, but a nice, reliable engine.

Depending on how much he wants for it, .......you might have a good buy.

Do a compression test. As long as both cylinders are within 10 psi of each other and above 100 pounds, it's probably o.k. to get it........:cheers: