This would be a great starter boat for anyone.

Bayliner 175 review. Nowadays theres just one choice in a new 17-foot sterndrive bowrider. For just over 30000 for a boat trailer and motor with a WOF and registration the F17 represents great value and performance for the money obviously the reason. It is powered by a 30135 HP Merc IO.

They are similar in performance to the 215 requiring little power to get them on the plane and are also capable of cruising comfortably within an economical rev range. We decided it was new boat time. The 175 does experience some bow lift when accelerating onto the plane but due to the proximity of the bow to the helm position the driver can maintain visibility of the water ahead at all times.

Bayliner 175 I bought this boat in 2004 out of necessity. While its true that you almost never get more than what you paid for in todays. This platform not only reaches over the lower unit when it is in the down position but it is also lower to the water which makes a.

2004 Bayliner 175 Bowrider Boat Test Review. Bayliners 175 proves that a little boat can go a long way. Much has been written about timber in boats but Bayliner has been building these boats for decades using much the same process and as a testament to their longevity you still see plenty of them running around.

Due to Bayliners affiliation with Brunswick Corp engines are readily available at the best possible price. Theres an old saying that you get what you pay for but thats a lie. Bayliners 175 BR is the most compact full-featured boat on the water.

The 175 is easy to handle with the steering providing a sure and safe response. The 175 felt very solid for a boat its size. Throttling up the 175 accelerates to plane in.