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General Information:

  • This model was painted all "Phantom Black."
  • The serial number was on a plate riveted to the swivel bracket above and between the clamp screws.
  • Serial numbers 3752620 thru 4121434 were 1974 models.
  • Serial numbers 4121435 thru 4319879 were 1975 models.
  • Serial numbers 4319880 thru 4602011 were 1976 models.
  • Merc 1500EL (Long Shaft, Electric Starting with Alternator) models were produced and Merc 1500 ELPT (Long Shaft, Electric Starting with factory installed Power Trim) were also produced in these years.
  • Merc 1500E (Short Shaft, Electric Starting with Alternator) models were produced in 1974 & 1975.