Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Which boat?

Posted by TimCable on 08/13/23 - 12:59 AM
#1

17' Newport vs 13' Sport

Which boat would you choose.
No fishing.
Just exploring, having fun. Total on board: 2 adults, or 1 adult and 1
twelve years old child.

17' Newport
Yamaha 115 Salt Water Series 2 stroke
Kicker is 9.9 Yamaha
$12,000

VS

2010 130 Super Sport
50 Mercury 4 stroke
$14,500

Canadian dollars = 30% more than US dollars

Edited by Joe Kriz on 08/13/23 - 12:34 PM

Posted by Phil T on 08/13/23 - 8:19 AM
#2

Newport.

Ride is better.
More seating options.
Will start to appreciate in value if original.

It would be a $7-9k boat in the states due to the older engine.