Used Boston Whaler Boats for Sale: Prices, Models & 2026 Values
Is an old Montauk with a new engine a good buy?
Usually one of the best in boating. The hull is the timeless part; the engine is the consumable. A professional repower with a modern four-stroke resets the boat's mechanical clock.
Boston Whaler prices right now: 20 priced Boston Whaler boats listed on US Marine Connection ask $12,999 to $994,595, median $139,950 (live, refreshed hourly). Prices by model · Free appraisal
Boston Whaler is the premium name in American fishing boats, and its reputation rests on something literal: the hulls are filled with closed-cell foam and famously 'unsinkable' — the company built its legend by sawing a Whaler in half and driving both halves away. That construction, plus Mercury power and top-tier fit and finish, makes Whalers the boats other center consoles are measured against.
For used buyers the headline is resale: Whalers hold value better than almost anything afloat. You will rarely steal one — a 20-year-old Montauk still costs real money — but you also won't be the one absorbing steep depreciation, and a well-kept Whaler is one of the few boats that's genuinely easy to sell later.
What Boston Whaler boats are worth in 2026
Median asking
$139,950
Lowest
$12,999
Highest
$994,595
Live asking prices from 20 priced Boston Whaler listings on US Marine Connection right now, refreshed hourly. Dealer asking prices include prep, warranty and often a trailer or rigging; a private sale usually settles below the median for an ordinary example. The model ranges below narrow that down.
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What Boston Whaler is known for
- The foam-filled 'Unibond' hull — level flotation even swamped, and a stiff, quiet ride
- The Montauk — arguably the most recognizable small boat in America, and a used-market blue chip
- Premium resale value that outperforms nearly every other fiberglass brand
- Mercury-matched power and heavy-duty hardware built for salt water
Popular used Boston Whalermodels & prices
Montauk 170 / 190 (center console classics)
$12,000–$30,000 for classics; $30,000–$70,000 late-modelThe default recommendation for a first salt-capable boat: simple, stable, trailerable, and nearly indestructible. Classic 17-foot Montauks from the '80s–'90s remain sought-after.
Dauntless 210–270 (bay / dual-purpose)
$40,000–$150,000 usedThe do-everything Whaler: shallow enough for the flats, comfortable enough for family days. A favorite compromise for coastal owners with one boat slip.
Outrage 230–330 (offshore center consoles)
$70,000–$300,000+ usedThe serious offshore line — deep-V hulls, twin (or triple) outboards, and hardcore fishing layouts. Used Outrages are brokerage-class purchases; survey accordingly.
Super Sport 130–170 (entry runabouts)
$8,000–$30,000 usedThe starter Whalers — tiller-to-side-console boats that teach kids to drive and shrug off abuse. Strong resale makes them cheap boats to own.
Ranges are typical asking prices for privately sold and dealer-serviced boats in the U.S.; condition, engine hours, and refit quality move prices substantially.
Live Boston Whaler model prices, 2026
Every Boston Whaler model with priced listings on US Marine Connection right now, refreshed hourly. The median is the number to anchor on; the low end is usually the oldest or highest-hour example and the high end a current-year boat with the biggest engine.
| Model | Listed | Years | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Whaler 130 Super Sport | 3 | 2023–2026 | $22,978 | $25,995 | $26,116 |
| Boston Whaler 420 Outrage | 2 | 2016–2023 | $450,000 | $722,298 | $994,595 |
| Boston Whaler 240 VANTAGE | 2 | 2023–2026 | $139,900 | $191,908 | $243,916 |
| Boston Whaler 230 Outrage | 2 | 2019–2026 | $119,995 | $162,742 | $205,488 |
Asking prices, not sale prices. Dealer listings include prep and often a trailer; expect a private sale to close below the median for an ordinary example of the same year.
Boston Whaler boats for sale now
Dealer2016 Boston Whaler 420 Outrage
Miami, FL
Center console · Used condition
Jet Ski of Miami & Fishermans Boat Group
Nationwide Delivery Available
$450,000
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DealerGreat Deal2021 Boston Whaler 16 SUPER SPORT
Miami, FL
Center console · Used condition
Jet Ski of Miami & Fishermans Boat Group
Nationwide Delivery Available
$29,499
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Dealer2026 Boston Whaler 330 Outrage
Miami, FL
Center console · New condition
Jet Ski of Miami & Fishermans Boat Group
Nationwide Delivery Available
$604,000
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DealerFair Deal2026 Boston Whaler 250 Dauntless
Miami, FL
Center console · New condition
Jet Ski of Miami & Fishermans Boat Group
Nationwide Delivery Available
$209,215
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Dealer2026 Boston Whaler 240 Vantage
Miami, FL
Bowrider / deck boat · New condition
Jet Ski of Miami & Fishermans Boat Group
Nationwide Delivery Available
$243,916
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DealerFair Deal2026 Boston Whaler 230 Outrage
Miami, FL
Center console · New condition
Jet Ski of Miami & Fishermans Boat Group
Nationwide Delivery Available
$205,488
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DealerGreat Deal2026 Boston Whaler 130 Super Sport
Miami, FL
Center console · New condition
Jet Ski of Miami & Fishermans Boat Group
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$26,116
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Dealer2013 Boston Whaler 270 Vantage
Bradenton, FL
Bowrider / deck boat
Boater's World Marine Centers - Bradenton
Nationwide Delivery Available
$119,973
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DealerGreat Deal2018 Boston Whaler 210 Dauntless
Bradenton, FL
Center console
Boater's World Marine Centers - Bradenton
Nationwide Delivery Available
$62,997
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Dealer2005 Boston Whaler 130 Sport
Howell, MI
Center console
Wilson Marine
Nationwide Delivery Available
$12,999
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Dealer2021 Boston Whaler 270 DAUNTLESS
Port Charlotte, FL
Center console · Good condition
Ingman Marine
Nationwide Delivery Available
$139,999
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DealerGreat Deal2023 Boston Whaler 130 SUPER SPORT
Richland, MI
Center console
Gull Lake Marine
Nationwide Delivery Available
$22,978
View detailsBuying a used Boston Whaler: what to check
- Check the transom and deck for soft spots anyway — 'unsinkable' doesn't mean water can't find its way into old screw holes and add weight over decades
- A saltwater Whaler is normal (that's their life), but look hard at the engine: outboard corrosion, powerhead history, and whether flushing was routine
- Repowered classics are common and often excellent buys — a 1990s Montauk with a recent Mercury four-stroke is the best of both eras; verify the rigging was done professionally
- Expect to pay more than book for clean examples — Whalers price above comparable brands, and that premium comes back at resale
Frequently asked questions
Are Boston Whalers really unsinkable?
The foam-cored hulls provide level flotation even when swamped — cut one in half and both halves float. It's a genuine safety margin, and a big reason families and first-time offshore owners pay the premium.
Why do used Whalers cost so much?
Resale strength. The hulls last, demand is constant, and the brand is the closest thing boating has to a blue chip. You pay more up front and recover more when you sell.
Is an old Montauk with a new engine a good buy?
Usually one of the best in boating. The hull is the timeless part; the engine is the consumable. A professional repower with a modern four-stroke resets the boat's mechanical clock.
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