2002 COBALT 246

The 246 is one of those Cobalts that still feels big and substantial without being a handful to manage. Deep, secure bow seats and a generous cockpit let a crew spread out, while the wide swim platform makes it easy to gear up for tubing or just hang at anchor. Helm ergonomics are classic Cobalt: thick, supportive captain’s chair, clear sightlines, and a hull that feels planted when you trim up and run. Storage is everywhere—under seats, in-floor for skis and boards—so the cockpit stays uncluttered. It’s the kind of layout that transitions smoothly from morning cruising to an afternoon sandbar raft-up.

The Cobalt 246 shines on the varied inland and nearshore waters common in this region. Its deep-V hull softens choppy afternoon boat traffic, yet the boat still drafts shallow enough to nose into quiet coves and sandbars. At just over 24 feet, it’s large enough to feel confident when the breeze picks up, but compact enough for most local ramps and storage options. The 320 HP Volvo Penta package gives strong pull for wakeboarding and skiing while still cruising efficiently on longer shoreline runs, making it a versatile choice for the mix of day cruising, watersports, and casual entertaining that boaters here enjoy.