97-98 40hp Yamaha

[BrandonWagner]

I've noticed a few 97-98 40hp yamaha outboards selling for the price of a new motor.

I have a 97 or 98 40hp yamaha long shaft. The plan was to put my yamaha on a new Alweld boat, but if the long shafts are brining the same coin, then I may sell/trade and get a 4-stroke.

So my question is, does the long shaft have the same value?

My 97 yamaha is electric and pull start. Set up for steering (no tiller). The condition is very used.