If the vertical drive model and serial numbers are not recorded with the engine model and serial number, they can be found on a plate located on the vertical drive. I cant read the number before these on a 1998 60 HP bigfoot serial number. The year is now normally noted on the serial number sticker. All Rights Reserved. By closing this message, I acknowledge and accept the Terms of Use, the Privacy Policy and the Cookie Policy, and agree that my information may be transferred to the U.S., if I am outside theU.S. or Continue to Americas - United States site. Hi Kevin, sorry for the delay in responding to you. Mercury did not publish model year information for 1997 & newer outboards. Learn about Mercury Product Protection or get a quote, Sign up to receive the latest tips, promotions and news from Mercury, http://www.mercurymarine.com/en/us/parts-and-accessories/parts-catalog, contact your local authorized Mercury Marine dealer, Click here to find your local authorized Mercury Marine dealer, For Mercury outboards, the serial number label is located on the transom bracket, California Transparency in Supply Chains Act, Continue to Americas - United States site. Your serial number pulls up the following information: 05017602 1007208 MERCURY 7.5 M If your serial number is not found, you can use the product navigation folders on the left to find your enginemodel. forgot the serial.. document.write(kudos); ,