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Boston Whaler 13 Sport (classic)

13.3ft center console, built 1958–1994. Primary use: salt or fresh.

Typical used values

Model yearUsed asking rangeMedianConfidence
1958 $3,000 – $7,000 $5,000 low
1976 $3,500 – $7,500 $5,500 med
1994 $5,000 – $10,000 $7,500 med

Ranges interpolate 3 hand-anchored years at 1%/yr depreciation off-curve. Hours and saltwater service further adjust; a full Deal Report scores those for a specific listing.

Known issues to check (2)

  • High Every classic 13 is now 30-65 years old: assume some water in the foam core unless a recent weight check or moisture survey says otherwise. Waterlogged hulls ride low and are worth a fraction of dry ones.

    Source: Continuous Whaler owner-forum topic

  • Medium Original wood (mahogany console, seats, rails) drives value: rotted or replaced-with-plywood interiors cut the price hard; quality restorations command a premium over original-but-tired.

Pre-purchase inspection checklist

  1. Weigh the hull if at all possible — spec is ~320 lbs bare; meaningful excess is core water.
  2. Inspect all wood and the transom; verify any repower is within the 40 hp-class rating.
  3. Check for unsealed holes from decades of accessory mounting.

Typical engines (3)

  • Mercury FourStroke (40–150) outboard · gas · base score 82/100 · high-use ≥ 150 hrs/yr

    Mid-range Mercury FourStroke (the 115 especially) is a proven, reliable workhorse on pontoons, bay boats, and aluminum hulls. Inexpensive to service and well-supported nationwide.

    100-hour service; impeller every 2–3 years. Frequently under-maintained on rental/value boats — verify the actual service history, not just hours.

  • Carbureted 2-stroke outboard (legacy) outboard · gas · base score 50/100 · high-use ≥ 100 hrs/yr

    Pre-DI carbureted 2-strokes (and Evinrude/Johnson, now an orphaned brand for parts/service). Simple and cheap to buy, but thirsty, smoky, and a resale anchor. An older 2-stroke is the single biggest reason a hull sits unsold.

    Compression-test every cylinder; expect carb work. On any Evinrude/Johnson, confirm local parts and service availability before buying.

  • Yamaha 4-stroke outboard (F70–F300) outboard · gas · base score 90/100 · high-use ≥ 150 hrs/yr

    The benchmark for outboard reliability and resale. F150 and F300 routinely run 2,000+ hours with routine service. Top-tier buyer trust — a Yamaha-powered hull sells faster than the same boat on any other brand.

    100-hour service intervals; 10-year/1,000-hour anode and water-pump attention. Saltwater units: check the bus bar and starter solenoid behind the powerhead for corrosion.

Resale liquidity (86/100)

The classic 13 stopped depreciating decades ago — it trades on condition and restoration quality in a permanent collector-adjacent market. A straight hull always sells.

USCG recalls touching this model (1)

  • ⚠ Recall810035T4/9/1981

    AIRPAX T-11 INSTALLED

    Units:60

Boston Whaler 13 Sport (classic) FAQ

What is a fair price for a used Boston Whaler 13 Sport (classic)?
Typical asking range for a 1976 Boston Whaler 13 Sport (classic) is roughly $3,500–$7,500 in average condition with average hours. Older year-models depreciate at about 1% per year off the curve. Specific listings vary; paste a URL on the home page for a full Deal Report.
What should I inspect on a used Boston Whaler 13 Sport (classic)?
  • Weigh the hull if at all possible — spec is ~320 lbs bare; meaningful excess is core water.
  • Inspect all wood and the transom; verify any repower is within the 40 hp-class rating.
  • Check for unsealed holes from decades of accessory mounting.
Is the Boston Whaler 13 Sport (classic) a good boat?
The classic 13 stopped depreciating decades ago — it trades on condition and restoration quality in a permanent collector-adjacent market. A straight hull always sells. Resale-liquidity score (our model, 0–100): 86.

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