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Boat Information

OwnerCaptain K
Boat TypeOther
Manufacturer and ModelBoston Whaler 130 Sport
Year2005
Length13'3 feet
HullFiberglass
Fuel TypeGas
Engines1


Additional Information / Boat Review:

Engine Manufacturer, Model, and Horsepower Rating:

Mercury 40HP four stroke
What do you like and dislike about the engine(s)?

Quite running at all speeds, Mercury.
What type trailer do you have and what do you like and dislike about it?

Factory Whaler trailer. It's all good, but not aluminum.
Is this boat trailerable and if so what type vehicle, at minimum, would you recommend to adequately pull this rig?

Min. vehicle would be a honda civic
How much fuel does the boat hold and what is its approximate range?

6.5 gallons 60 miles.
Describe the ride and handling in moderate chop and in rough water:

pound you to death, but thats part of the 13' fun
If applicable, what type of fishing would you say this rig is best suited for and why?

inshore/river
Describe the layout of the boat including storage, live wells, lockers and so on:

side console two benches with back rests, forward rope locker
How has the rig held up over time?

Its a whaler should do great
What are some things that you find exceptional about this boat?

flotation
What are some things you do not like about this boat?

lack of storage
Do you know of another manufacturer that makes this same boat under a different name?

Mckee craft
Would you buy this boat again or recommend it to a friend?

yep
What would you say this boat is worth in its current condition?

12,000
What other boat would you have bought for roughly the same money if you had it to do over again and why?

nothing in this size class for the same money and quality
Add any other details or comments you think people should know about this boat if they are considering buying one like it:

great fit an dfinish but a small boat. the boat will run 35mph burning 3.5 gallons an hour



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