2006 Four Winns 318 Vista Boat in Island Park, NY 11558 US

The Four Winns 318 Vista's silhouette features the same sweeping sheer line that made the 348 such a head turner. The deck style lines, curved windshield, triple port lite windows, and standard radar arch complete the 318's distinctive profile.

A two-tiered welded stainless steel bow rail is combined with an intermediate lifeline system to provide security in the foredeck area.

In the cockpit, the 318 seating includes a dual helm with flip-up bolsters, port lounge and U-shape stern seating with fill-in cushion. All are centered around a refreshment center with solid surface countertops, sink, beverage holders and choice of refrigerator or ice maker. A removable table provides ample serving space.

The helm of the 318 illustrates why many will call this "a boater's boat." The center panel has a Raymarine unit. On either side, Four Winns has placed an array of stainless steel bezel gauges. All are made more visible thanks to a steering wheel with stainless spokes, woodgrain accents, and easy-grip sides. Stainless steel beverage holders complete the high-tech look.

The 318 Vista has twin Volvo Penta stern drives. Engine access is made convenient thanks to an electric lift. A color-matched camper canvas system is included as standard equipment.

The floor plan of the 318 features a full couch in the center cabin; the couch converts to a berth for sleeping, or with the removable table in place, to a dining area. The raised V-berth sleeps two, and features a privacy curtain and storage beneath the berth and in the adjacent cedar-lined hanging locker. In the mid-cabin, a U-wrap couch offers additional seating and also features a removable table, and can also be converted to a sleeping space. The mid-cabin has a privacy curtain and storage beneath the seats and in the sidewalls.

The deck hatch screen system can also be found aboard the 318; this new system provides boaters with the ability to select from a screen-only, or complete privacy shade.

The galley of the 318 is a testimony to the Four Winns design team's ingenuity and experience. A coffee maker with stainless steel carafe tucks neatly in its own storage area. A solid surface countertop is integrated with the sink, sink cover and cutting board. Microwave, refrigerator, two-burner electric stove, a trash receptacle and power outlets for small appliances are all served up neatly in the galley. A flat screen TV/DVD player is positioned above the stove, opposite the main cabin couch. Cabinetry throughout the boat is finished in a rich, cherry woodgrain laminate with a high gloss protective coating.

Among the noteworthy interior standard features is a 10,000 BTU air conditioning/ heating unit, and factory-installed carbon monoxide monitors for peace of mind while sleeping. Boaters who use their 318 for extended cruises will appreciate the many amenities designed into the enclosed head. A lockable door does double duty as the mirror. A VacuFlush porcelain toilet is standard. The vanity features a solid surface counter, stainless rail/towel holder, ample storage, and a mirror. Tank level indicators for potable water and waste are located in the head.