2001 Mercury 200xl Optimax on 2040-parts.com

*Please read entire description before bidding* I have for auction a 2001 Mercury 200hp Optimax outboard motor with a 25" leg. The motor has just under 800 hours. The motor ran good until a week ago and then the fuel pump went on it. I took it to a mercury dealer and that is what they said it needs. Over the past year I have replaced the alternator, starter and one injector. I have always had the motor serviced as scheduled with a mercury dealer. Also, when I removed the motor I noticed  the steering was a little stiff, but it is not noticed when the steering is connected. Overall the motor is in great condition and does run very well. This auction is for the motor only. It does not come with prop, harness or controls. Decals on motor say 225 as I replaced them a few years ago with discounted stickers directly from mercury. Motor has always had synthetic oil. All cylinders have good compression. Trim works perfect and motor shifts as it should. Only selling to go new four stroke. I am willing to ship to the lower 48 states, but buyer is responsible for actual shipping costs. The motor is loaded on an outboard shipping skid. Motor comes with oil tank. There is no warranty for the motor and it is sold as is. Thanks for looking.