2001 Boston Whaler 160 Ventura

Step aboard and you’ll notice how the Ventura squeezes a lot of boat into sixteen feet. The deep, secure cockpit and high bow freeboard give a reassuringly dry ride when the chop stacks up, while the wraparound windshield keeps spray off the crew. Family and guests will appreciate the plush, forward-facing seating and the easy step-through bow, making it simple to move from lounging up front to keeping an eye on the lines aft. Classic Whaler touches are everywhere: stout hardware, chunky grab rails, self-bailing deck, and those clever storage cubbies that swallow gear. It’s small enough to trailer and tuck into tight slips, yet feels surprisingly big when you open the throttle and let it run.

The 160 Ventura shines in local waters where conditions can shift quickly from glassy to lumpy. Its unsinkable construction and beamy, stable hull inspire confidence when crossing boat wakes, afternoon wind chop, or tidal currents. Shallow draft and responsive handling let you nose into quiet coves, skinny back channels, and sandbars that bigger boats can’t reach, while still being capable enough for open stretches on calmer days. The compact size makes trailering to different ramps and launching in tighter harbors straightforward, and fuel-efficient power keeps day trips affordable. Whether you’re mixing inshore fishing with family cruising or just hopping between waterfront hangouts, this model fits the area’s varied on-the-water lifestyle.