1985 Californian Convertible

Step aboard and you’ll notice how solid this hull feels underfoot, a hallmark of Californian’s build quality from this era. Sightlines from the flybridge are excellent, with enough elevation to watch your trolling spread and still keep an eye on traffic around you. The boat’s beam and weight give it a reassuring, predictable motion, and the side decks are manageable for handling lines or setting fenders without feeling pinched. Inside, the layout lends itself to long weekends: plenty of room to drop in a couple of deck chairs in the cockpit, stretch out with a book in the salon, or tuck away extra gear for extended cruising without tripping over it every time you move.

This Convertible is well suited to the mix of coastal chop, afternoon breeze, and varied sea conditions found in this region. The deep, dependable hull design tracks straight when you’re running to the fishing grounds, yet it’s comfortable enough to idle along the kelp or slow-cruise the harbor. Twin gas power offers strong acceleration for bar crossings or dodging traffic, and the flybridge gives a commanding view for spotting paddlers, moorings, and shifting wind lines. For owners who split time between nearshore fishing, weekend anchoring, and casual harbor cruising, this model strikes a practical balance of cockpit space, interior comfort, and manageable size.