2007 Sea Ray 175 Sport
A key reason why Sea Ray has such a big name in boating is that the company is in tune with the whole experience of owning a boat. That means using it, towing it, maintaining it -- the A to Z of boating. They want the experience to be positive, no matter the size of the boat. That's the overriding difference between the 175 Sport and so many small bowriders that obviously focus on price point.
Storage is often an issue with a boat this size. The 175 Sport has an in-floor compartment that follows the lines of the deck to gain more volume, and the hatch opens (and stays open) with a nice gas-assist strut. Storage also runs underneath the stern seat, but the nicest compartments are under each corner of the sun pad. All compartments are either finished fiberglass or carpeted, which says a lot about the attention to detail in the boat overall.
Who should buy it? Families getting into boat ownership for the positive experience of being on the water.
Vital Stats * Length: 17'6" * Beam: 7' * Dry Weight: 2,100 lb. * Seating/Weight Capacity: 8/900 lb. * Fuel Capacity: 21 gal. * Max HP: 150
