The Bayliner 194 has now been around long enough to provide some good one owner opportunies. As with most boats in the Bayliner range, the Bayliner 194 Classic Runabout looks great out on the water. Bayliner has a reputation for making high quality boats and this one is no exception. Whether you want to go fishing, cruising the harbour or skiing on the river, then the Bayliner 194 Classic Runabout may just suit your requirements.

At 5.7 metres long this Bayliner runabout is propelled through the water via a 3.0 litre Mercruiser inboard engine giving it the power required for skiing behind as well as for cruising at fast rate of knots and for fishing in the open water.

Construction

The Bayliner 194 Classic Runabout has a fibreglass mono hull with foam flotation. There is a transferable 5 year structural deck warranty and a transferable limited lifetime structural hull warranty. So bear this in mind when considering a one owner or used boat.

Fixtures on the Bayliner 194 Classic Runabout include:

?bow and transom eyes

?mooring cleats

?safety handles

?stainless steel ski tow ring

?centre-opening wrap around windshield with safety glass

?swim step and retractable ladder.

For the captain

As with all Bayliners, the captain is well looked after with a comfortable, well appointed helm. Instrumentation includes fuel gauge, oil pressure gauge, speedo, tacho, temperature gauge and voltmeter. The steering wheel is padded for extra comfort when hitting the choppy water at speed and there is easy access to the side mounted engine controls including the trim and tilt switch.

In the cockpit

Captain and crew alike will feel comfortable and right at home in the cockpit. Some of the features inside the cockpit of the Bayliner runabout include:

?an AM/FM stereo CD player with 2 weatherproof speakers

?beverage holders

?in-floor ski and wakeboard storage compartment

?padded side panel storage compartments

?port and starboard sleeper seats which convert to a sunlounge

?heavy duty marine grade vinyl floor.

Especially for fishing

As mentioned, the Bayliner 194 Classic Runabout also makes a handy fishing boat. Some of the inclusions for the keen fisherperson include fish finder, rod holders and storage rack, livewell, tackle tray and reinforced transom.

If you're in the market for a good quality one owner boat that is versatile enough for fishing and for skiing, and yet has a high quality finish both inside and out, then you may want to inspect one or two Bayliner 194 Classic Runabouts. They will be more expensive than many other boats in the runabout class but if you want a little luxury in your boating, then the Bayliner may be well worth a look.