For Sale: A Freshwater Find

This 2003 Boston Whaler Dauntless 180 has never had salt water touch its hull.
Dauntless 180 trailered
2003 Boston Whaler Dauntless 180 Courtesy the Seller

We all know the destructive properties of salt water. Hence a key selling point for a boat that has only ever been used in fresh water.

That’s the case with this 2003 Dauntless 180, which is for sale at an asking price of $22,100. According to the seller—who works for Harken (note the logo on the outboard engine)—the 135-hp Mercury Optimax has about 600 hours of use on it. The prop is three-blade stainless steel.

Dauntless 180 at dock
2003 Boston Whaler Dauntless 180 Courtesy the Seller

For the past four years, the owner says, the boat has been stored indoors with climate control. The lighted stereo speakers on the black Stryker T-top have never been used, nor has the Sony Bluetooth stereo in the dash. The owner also says the plumbed livewell is unused.

Additional electronics include a Garmin GPSMap plotter at the helm, and the boat is advertised as having “many new cushions,” LED lights, and a galvanized EZ Loader Trailer with new tires.

Dauntless 180 docked
2003 Boston Whaler Dauntless 180 Courtesy the Seller

The Dauntless is an updated version of one of Boston Whaler’s earliest models. The classic look is still there, but now there are all kinds of additional features and amenities.

Dauntless 180 front
2003 Boston Whaler Dauntless 180 Courtesy the Seller

Will the owner deliver the boat to the next owner? Yes, anywhere within 300 miles of Chicago.

Take the next step: Check out the full listing at boats.com/power-boats/2003-boston-whaler-180-dauntless-9330520/