2001 Sea Ray 180 Bow Rider – Low Hours – Freshwater Use – MerCruiser 3.0L
This 2001 Sea Ray 180 Bow Rider is a clean, lightly used freshwater boat with exceptionally low hours—ideal for family cruising, watersports, and effortless day boating. Sea Ray’s 180 BR is one of the most popular 18‑foot runabouts ever built, known for its quality construction, comfortable layout, and reliable performance.
Powered by the MerCruiser 3.0L with an Alpha One drive, this boat delivers excellent fuel efficiency, easy maintenance, and smooth operation. Perfect for lakes, rivers, and intracoastal cruising.
Highlights
Low‑hour MerCruiser 3.0L
Alpha One sterndrive
Freshwater use only
Clean interior & exterior
Ideal family bowrider with seating for 7
Performance & Power
The MerCruiser 3.0L is one of the most dependable small‑block sterndrive engines ever produced—quiet, efficient, and simple to maintain. Paired with the Alpha One drive, it provides strong acceleration and excellent fuel economy.
Layout & Features
Spacious bow seating
Full windshield
Comfortable cockpit layout
Aft bench seating
Swim platform with ladder
Plenty of storage throughout
Condition
This 180 BR shows well for its age, benefitting from freshwater use and low engine hours. A great option for first‑time boaters, families, or anyone looking for a reliable, easy‑to‑handle runabout.
