TOPIC: Chrysler motor? Are they good?

I was told about a old late 60s early 70's Chrysler outboard in my town. The former owner told me it was runnign great when he sold the boat a year ago. The new owner is puting a evinrude on the boat so I may be able to pick up the Chrysler for cheap.

I plan on using this boat every weekend while its nice. Fishing and just plan boating. 7 LAKES WIHT IN A HOUR OF MY HOUSE So it is going to be used.

As my budget is small My question is were Chrylser motors good?
What do I need to look at when I go look at the motor?
How hard are they to work on ?
How easy are parts to get?

Should pass over this and save up my money?

Have been looking at a 1960 80 hp Merc. but have been reading a book about old outboards and how to keep them runing. The author now has me convinced that is not what I need.

Would realy like a OMC motor but having trouble finding one.

Thanks for all the help!!!!!