I'm about to buy a 312 stinger yet before I purchase I'd like to know what to look for negative wise. The boat's a 85' w/ trs drives.

Was there a such thing as 400hp mercs in 85? Sorry for being niave. I just keep buying older and older boats with limited knowledge.

I am pretty sure the choice was 330's Maybe 420's as an option.
I have a friend selling a 312 with 502's in Ohio look in classifieds,boat runs just over 70 gps.
http://www.offshoreonly.com/esvon/page-11222.html

I had a -89 312 Stinger (rised deck)
Loved how the boat handle big water. But take a major lock
att the stringers/bulkheads. Before I sold my boat I had a the bulkheads in engineroom replaced..... a h*ll of a job.
And take a look at the transom (inner).

Try to get one newer with 454 or 502MPI's. I had my 330's replaced for 502'mpi's


Good luck,

Mange

Well..... just bought it. Sight unseen. Had a buddy of mine check it out for me. Went over everything! Said he was impressed with the condition for its age. Know anyone who wants a 245??

How much? location?

I'm looking to get 3,500 boat only. 5,000 with trailer. Northern NJ

Your killin me!! is yours a big block?

yes it is
but with the pos alpha

How is the condition? Interior/ext pics?

I'll get some today for you.