Liquid Nirvana is the man when it comes to TOTAL EVINRUDE KNOWLEDGE, ask him questions and you will always get a true factual answer.....Im glad you didnt listen to the slammers and simply checked the information that is out there and made the right choice...Like what was posted above,the 115 is a sweetheart of an engine, super smooth, torquey and like I said roughly 9more hp than advertised, at least that was what I was told when it came out that year, the V4 has been a staple for the American boater, much like the Chevrolet Small Block V8 motor, it has stood the test of time, and has prospered.....Post your serial and model number when you get it and I can run it on BRPs site to see if any updates or warrantys were done....Good Luck Man you will love it...Brannon