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1996 Mako 231 Center Console Boat in Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 US

$39,000

Used
builtBuilt in 1996
Year the boat was built
model

231 Center Console

Boat model
engine

1 Engine (Mercury)

Engine type and count
length

22.7 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Gas

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material

1996 Mako 231 Center Console - Fully Refitted (2026)

Turnkey, meticulously restored classic offshore fishing machine.

This iconic 1996 Mako 231, with its legendary hull, has been completely brought into the modern era with a full 2026 refit. Built with the classic, battle-tested Mako ride that anglers love, this boat offers the perfect blend of modern comfort, sleek styling, and serious fishing performance.

Key Specifications:

  • Year / Model: 1996 Mako 231 Center Console

  • Power: 2012 Mercury 225 HP OptiMax Direct Injection Outboard

  • Engine Hours: Only 352 original hours!

  • Refit Year: 2026 (Fresh overhaul, ultra-clean condition)

  • Trailer: Continental Double-Axle Aluminum Boat Trailer Included

Highlights & Features:

  • Custom Marine Decking: Brand-new grey EVA foam non-skid flooring installed throughout, featuring custom Mako logo artwork and a compass rose design. Soft on the feet and easy to clean.

  • T-Top & Electronics Tower: Oversized T-top with a fresh black canvas top, overhead electronics box, mounted VHF antenna, and a sleek integrated rocket launcher holding 4 fishing rods.

  • Seating & Comfort: Plush forward console seating, leaning post helm seat, and stainless steel bow rail for extra security while fighting fish up front.

  • Fishing Ready: Multiple gunwale rod holders, under-gunwale rod storage, and ample deck space forward and aft for multi-angler action.

  • Condition: Excellent aesthetic and mechanical condition from bow to stern. Crisp white fiberglass, flawless custom deck, and dependable Mercury power.

Power & Trailer:

  • Engine: Driven by a proven 2012 Mercury 225 OptiMax with low hours (352 hrs). Delivers impressive hole-shot torque, great top-end speed, and excellent fuel economy for long days offshore.

  • Trailer: Comes paired with a sturdy Continental double-axle trailer for easy hauling, launch, and retrieval. Road-ready and well-suited for long-distance towing.

This package is complete, turnkey, and ready for the water today-no projects needed.

Title: Clean title in hand

Serious inquiries only. Water tests available for qualified buyers.

Nominal Length
22.67ft
Length Overall
22.67ft
Beam
8ft
Max Draft
1.5ft
Drive Up Draft
1ft
Cruising Speed
33kn
Max Speed
45kn
Fresh Water Tanks
6gal
Fuel Tanks
150gal
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
deep-vee
Engine 1
Engine Make
Mercury
Engine Model
Optimax
Total Power
225hp
Engine Hours
352
Engine Type
outboard
Fuel Type
gasoline
Engine Year
2012
Drive Type
other
Propeller Type
3-blade
Propeller Material
other
Teak Cockpit
✓
Cockpit Shower
✓
Cockpit Cushions
✓
Swimming Ladder
✓
Underwater Lights
✓
Sea Water Pump
✓
Battery Charger
✓
Depthsounder
✓
Log Speedometer
✓
Navigation Center
✓
Plotter
✓
Compass
✓
Gps
✓
Cockpit Speakers
✓
Vhf
✓
Bimini Top
✓
Shore Power Inlet
✓
Disclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Price History

DateEventPrice
7/30/26Initial price$39,000

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Waterfront Marina, Bay St., PO Box 1928, Sag Harbor, NY, 11963

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