I picked up this interesting piece at a local sale over the weekend. I didn’t really know a whole lot about it, other than that it was an early outboard motor powered by a lawn mower motor.
After doing some research, along with a good degrease and clean it turns out this is a Mermaid Outboard Motor powered by a VICTA 125cc Engine. Dates from the late 1950’s to early 1960’s.
There is a great discussion on a forum here – http://board.net.au/yabbse/index.php?topic=904.0 about the Mermaid/Victa Outboards. Be sure to have a read.
Although a little knocked around this item will provide a great deal of hard to find parts to someone restoring a similar type of engine! Will be listing on eBay within the coming weeks.
Hi, we have an old Mermaid outboard, it seems to be complete but is looking ancient. Are these of any value.
Hi David,
Sorry for the late reply, I somehow missed your comment with all the spam I get.
Yes most definitely, mine was missing a few bits and pieces and sold for around $100. If your’s is close to complete depending on the day it could bring from anywhere $100 – $200. Best bet would be to put it on eBay and see how you go!
Best regards, John.