1988 Cooper Prowler 9M

Step aboard and you’ll notice how much boat you’re getting for 9 meters. The wide side decks and high rails give real confidence when moving fore and aft, and the molded steps to the bridge are far safer than a ladder in a bit of chop. The aft deck is large enough for a couple of deck chairs and a grill, turning it into a second salon on summer evenings. Visibility from the lower helm is excellent, so you can run comfortably in shoulder seasons without climbing to the bridge. Storage is everywhere—under seats, in cleverly tucked cabinets, and around the galley—making longer weekends away far more practical than most boats this size.

This Prowler layout really shines in waters where the season can swing from cool, blustery days to flat-calm, hot afternoons. The enclosed flybridge gives a protected command post when the breeze has a bite, while the sundeck and roomy salon make it easy to gather friends after a day on the water. Twin stern drives offer easy maneuvering in tight marinas and fuel-sipping performance at displacement speeds for longer shoreline cruises. With two separate staterooms and a real shower, it works equally well as a comfortable weekender or an affordable liveaboard for those who want to keep close to the harbor year-round.