Question 1

How much does a used Monterey M-65 cost?

Accepted Answer

Right now US Marine Connection shows three approved, priced M-65 listings asking between $59,000 and $178,964, with a median asking price of $89,977. That spread reflects the range in model years on offer, from a 2017 dual console up to a brand new 2026 bowrider. Keep in mind these are asking prices as listed by sellers, not recorded sale figures, so the final number on any boat can land elsewhere.

Question 2

What years of the M-65 are for sale?

Accepted Answer

The current listings span 2017 through 2026. At the older end there is a 2017 dual console powered by a Yamaha F300NCA outboard, in the middle a 2024 bowrider with a 300 HP Mercury single outboard and fiberglass hull, and at the new end a 2026 bowrider with a 400 hp Mercury. With only three boats listed, the selection in any single year is thin, so expect to compare across model years.

Question 3

How many hours is typical on a used M-65?

Accepted Answer

None of the three M-65 listings on US Marine Connection states an engine hour figure, so there is no typical number to quote here. The descriptions cover length, beam, engine make and power, propulsion and hull material instead. If hours matter to you, and on a used outboard boat they should, ask the seller directly for the current reading and any service records before you go any further.

Question 4

What should I check before buying a used M-65?

Accepted Answer

Since no listing posts hours, start there and ask for the reading plus service history on the Mercury or Yamaha outboard. These are single outboard boats, so inspect the transom, mounting bolts and steering for corrosion, and run the engine under load. On the 2017 dual console, check the fiberglass hull for stress cracks and the upholstery and canvas for sun damage. On newer boats, confirm what warranty remains and get a sea trial.

Question 5

What features come on the M-65?

Accepted Answer

Going only by what the descriptions state: the boats run about 26 ft 7 in LOA with an 8 ft 6 in beam, single outboard propulsion, and a fiberglass hull. Power listed ranges from a Yamaha F300NCA on the 2017, to a 300 HP Mercury on the 2024, to a 400 hp Mercury on the 2026. Layouts are bowrider or dual console. The 2026 is described as having modern styling and a spacious layout; other equipment is not detailed.

Question 6

Is the M-65 good for family days on the water?

Accepted Answer

That is how it is pitched. The 2026 listing describes a premium bowrider built for spacious comfort and versatility, aimed at elevating family boating in Florida. A bowrider or dual console layout around 26 ft 7 in with an 8 ft 6 in beam gives you open seating forward and room to move. The listings do not mention fishing features or offshore equipment, so judge those uses on the specific boat you inspect.

Question 7

Where can I find a M-65 for sale near me?

Accepted Answer

All three M-65 listings are in Florida. Two are in Bradenton, including the 2026 bowrider, and one is in Port Charlotte, the 2017 dual console. All three have photos. With such a small group, buyers outside southwest Florida should plan on travel or shipping. Check the listing pages for current details, since the mix of years, prices and locations changes as boats come and go.

Question 8

How does the M-65 compare to the Elite 30 OB?

Accepted Answer

They sit in different price brackets. The three M-65 boats ask $59,000 to $178,964 with a median of $89,977, across model years 2017 to 2026. The five Monterey Elite 30 OB listings are all 2027 models asking $269,977 to $294,977, median $269,977. So the Elite 30 OB group is new-boat only and considerably more expensive. The listings do not provide matching spec details for the Elite 30 OB, so compare boats directly in person.

Monterey M-65: Prices, Years & Buyer Questions