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1985 Willard 40
$88,000
$105,000
Boat in Bradenton, FL 34210 US
40
1 Engine (Detroit Diesel)
40 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
Stock #475469
Reason for selling is "No longer using full Time".
This Willard has been on the market for more than 30 days (Jan 19th). If you are thinking of making an offer, submit it today and let's make a deal!
Business Opportunity! USCG Inspected! 44 Passengers/2 Crew!
1985 Willard 40 Water Taxi Tour Boat
Start a new business or add to your fleet this 1985 Willard that will take up to 44 Passengers plus 2 crew members.
This Willard is currently used as a dolphin sight Seeing tour boat. The bow has an observation area with a ladder. This vessel has a current COI til Dec. 2026 and was just Coast guard inspected February 2026 the boat was hauled and bottom painted and put a new wrap on it.
She is powered by a Detroit Diesel 671.
While we will always attempt to provide you with a TRUE representation of every vessel we market, during any purchase from Pop you will be encouraged to schedule an inspection from an independent, accredited surveyor and every purchase WILL ALWAYS BE subject to your satisfaction with the results from your independent survey and your own personal trial run.
We have several more Bestyear, Bayliner, Maxum, and Trophy vessels for sale. If you're in the Tampa, St. Petersburg, Lakeland, or Brandon areas, please contact us to let us know what you're looking for and we'll get back with you today about any other tour boat options we have locally that may meet your needs.
You have questions? We have answers. Call us at (941) 538-7803 to discuss this vessel today.
Reason for selling is "No longer using full Time".
This Willard has been on the market for more than 30 days (Jan 19th). If you are thinking of making an offer, submit it today and let's make a deal!
Business Opportunity! USCG Inspected! 44 Passengers/2 Crew!
1985 Willard 40 Water Taxi Tour Boat
Start a new business or add to your fleet this 1985 Willard that will take up to 44 Passengers plus 2 crew members.
This Willard is currently used as a dolphin sight Seeing tour boat. The bow has an observation area with a ladder. This vessel has a current COI til Dec. 2026 and was just Coast guard inspected February 2026 the boat was hauled and bottom painted and put a new wrap on it.
She is powered by a Detroit Diesel 671.
While we will always attempt to provide you with a TRUE representation of every vessel we market, during any purchase from Pop you will be encouraged to schedule an inspection from an independent, accredited surveyor and every purchase WILL ALWAYS BE subject to your satisfaction with the results from your independent survey and your own personal trial run.
We have several more Bestyear, Bayliner, Maxum, and Trophy vessels for sale. If you're in the Tampa, St. Petersburg, Lakeland, or Brandon areas, please contact us to let us know what you're looking for and we'll get back with you today about any other tour boat options we have locally that may meet your needs.
You have questions? We have answers. Call us at (941) 538-7803 to discuss this vessel today.
Nominal Length
40ft
Length Overall
40ft
Max Passengers
44
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
modified-vee
Engine 1
Engine Make
Detroit Diesel
Engine Model
671
Engine Type
Inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Drive Type
direct
Cleats Fixed
✓
Cockpit Seating
✓
Compartment Storage
✓
Hard Top
✓
Non Skid Deck
✓
Battery Switch
✓
Bilge Pump
✓
Rudder
✓
Throttle/shift: Mech
✓
Navigation Lights
✓
Tagline
Business Opportunity! USCG Inspected! 44 Passengers/2 Crew!
Condition detail
This Willard is currently in use as an overflow vessel. The COI is current til Dec. 14, 2026. The US Coast Guard Inspection was completed in February 2026. The boat was hauled, painted, and rewrapped in the summer of 2025
Selling reason
No longer using full Time
Storage
Status
In the water
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/19/26 | Price decreased | $88,000(-16.2%) |
| 1/20/26 | Initial price | $105,000 |
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Address
5717 Bessie Drive
Sarasota, FL 34233
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