1980 15’ SPORT
PROJECT 78
BOAT HISTORY: We located this clean, freshwater, low hour, all original Classic Boston Whaler 15’ Sport in Saginaw, Michigan from the second owner. The original owner was also in Saginaw, Michigan. She was never kept in the water overnight and always trailered/stored inside when not in use.
MODEL HISTORY: The Classic Boston Whaler 15’ Sport model was introduced in 1975 for the 1976 model year and remained in production until 1990. The 15’ hull remained in production through Boston Whaler’s Commercial Products Division until the 2000 model year.
STANDARD EQUIPMENT: Classic Boston Whaler 15’ Sport models feature stainless steel side railings, mahogany interior including fore and aft thwart bench seats, extended steering console, anchor locker cover, Perko chrome over brass bow light and stern light brackets with stainless steel pole stern light.
EXTRA OPTIONS: This Classic Boston Whaler 15’ Sport also has the factory-optioned stainless steel wraparound side railing with mahogany seat back, stainless steel bow railing, custom Sunbrella canvas mooring and engine cover, custom thwart seat and bow cushions and depth sounder.
BOAT CONDITION: From the interior mahogany to its chrome and stainless steel fittings, this Classic Boston Whaler 15’ Sport is in excellent original condition. All chrome and stainless-steel fittings and hardware have zero rust, corrosion, or pitting. She has never been kept in the water and never seen bottom paint.
PROPULSION: She is equipped with a 1980 Mercury 3-cylinder 70hp outboard with hydraulic power trim/tilt and electric start/choke. A full Mercury Quicksilver gauge package is also installed to include tachometer, speedometer, trim gauge, and ignition key switch/safety lanyard. The motor has 120 psi compression across all 3 cylinders and operates/looks in new condition. The inline 3-cylinders have a reputation as one of Mercury’s best outboards ever produced with excellent power/weight ratio. The Mercury has been fully serviced (water pump, spark plugs, fuel filter, fuel/water separator, carb clean/sync, and gear oil) and is excellent mechanical and cosmetic condition with zero rust/corrosion and retains glossy original paint.
TRAILER: She is fitted to her original Little Dude steel trailer with the Boston Whaler prescribed keel rollers accompanied by carpeted side bunks.
TDC MARINE COMMENTS: This Classic Boston Whaler 15’ Sport has many highly desirable factory options including the stainless-steel bow railing and wraparound stainless steel side railing with mahogany backrest. Locating an original, un-modified Sport 15 without bottom paint in excellent condition is challenging. The Sport 15 model offers added interior space over smaller models along with a fine deep-vee entry, producing a nice ride in chop and waves. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to own a Classic Boston Whaler 15’ Sport in such excellent condition.
As always, these boats go fast; contact TDC Marine for inquiries about this project, or another Classic Boston Whaler model.