1985 22' Outrage

PROJECT 63

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The Classic Boston Whaler Outrage 22 (1979 to 1993) is an icon among the many models of Boston Whalers. When introduced in 1979, this boat was the largest Boston Whaler hull to date. The catalogue described it as "the most brutally powerful machine ever to bear the Boston Whaler name."

The 22-foot classic hull maintains the general style of previous Boston Whaler hulls of this period in having a runner or vestigial sponson on each side of the keel. These runners help deflect spray downward and outboard, and they contribute lift to the hull to help the hull reach hydroplane mode as speed increases. The line of the runners is carried forward, and then turns upward and inward at the bow stem, where the two lines meet and form the "Whaler smirk," as the resulting shape resembles a smile with down-turned corners when viewed from head-on.

The standard Classic Boston Whaler Outrage 22’ factory equipment includes a 77-gallon fuel tank, 18” SS destroyer steering wheel, four, forward lockers with fiberglass covers, teak gunwale boards, under gunwale rod racks, bow eyes, bow bitt, recessed aft cleats with hawsepipe, pair of flush rod holders, fiberglass console with teak access doors, dash panel, door locks, Plexiglas windscreen, stainless steel rail, mechanical steering with stainless steel wheel, wiring panel with two pre-wired accessory switches, fuses and buss bar, fire extinguisher, navigation lights, and stainless steel bow rail.

This Outrage 22’ is factory optioned with the Super Deluxe Center Console (1’ longer and 10” wider than standard console; includes lockable teak side doors, 2-teak storage bins, lower storage drawer, sliding Lexan access doors to radio compartment, dash panel, wiring panel w/2-switches and fuses, aluminum-framed safety glass windshield, deluxe SS console rail, recessed fire extinguisher pocket, international navigations lights and fire extinguisher). Additional factory options include console rod holders, 94qt Igloo cooler, fold down stern seat, outriggers, spring line cleats, stainless steel side grab rails, console cover, Ritchie flush mount Helmsman compass, dual battery switches, Wm J Mills Suntop (bimini), hydraulic steering, Garmin GPS/sounder combo and full boat cover.

The original owner purchased her new in Central Pennsylvania, where she was sparingly used on the Susquehanna River and trailered while not in use. The second owner purchased her in 1995 and used her in the summers with his grandchildren on the Upper Chesapeake Bay where she was dry rack stored. Off season, she was always stored inside.

She was repowered in 2016 with twin Evinrude E-TEC 115hp high pressure direct fuel injection motors. She has the BRP E-TEC smart gauge option, twin 4-blade Michigan wheel stainless props and spare set of 3-blade OMC Renegade stainless props. The Evinrude E-TECs have an excellent power/weight ratio, are very simple to maintain and are as quiet or quieter than 4-stroke outboards with less emissions than a 4-stroke. At the time of repowering, the internal fuel tank was removed and replaced with a brand-new OEM spec 80-gallon stainless steel center tank. All fuel and vent lines were replaced and upgraded to new ethanol resistance hoses and both soft patch fiberglass deck sections were re-cored.

Both motors have just received their first 300-hour service and are in excellent condition. The motors look and run like new. When properly maintained, these motors will provide many years of reliable operation and enjoyment.

Also included is a 2004 Load-Rite galvanized dual axle trailer with keel rollers, side bunks, and hydraulic disc brakes on both axles. This Classic Boston Whaler Outrage 22 rides extremely well offshore and offers much security for children with her stainless side rails and flip down full width stern seat.

This boat serves as a fine demonstration of an all-original, highly optioned 22' Outrage with the desired Super Deluxe console, new power and new fuel tank. She will be ready to splash just in time for the upcoming 2024 boating season - be prepared to be envy of the harbor for years to come!