2001 Sea Ray 182 Bow Rider

2001 Sea Ray 182 Open Bow Rider w/ 4.3L MerCruiser & Trailer Included

$13,990

4.3L MerCruiser V6 • Thunderbolt Ignition • Bimini Top • Full Cover • Trailer Included • Family-Friendly Bowrider

If you're looking for a clean, affordable, and easy-to-own bowrider that delivers the perfect mix of performance, comfort, and versatility, this 2001 Sea Ray 182 Open Bow is an excellent setup.

Sea Ray has built some of the most respected sport boats on the water, and the 182 Open Bow became one of their most popular models thanks to its smooth ride, quality construction, smart layout, and timeless styling.

Powered by the highly desirable 4.3L MerCruiser V6 with Thunderbolt Ignition, this boat delivers strong acceleration, dependable reliability, and plenty of power for tubing, cruising, and full family lake days.

Perfect for:
✔ Family cruising
✔ Tubing & watersports
✔ Sandbar weekends
✔ First-time boat owners
✔ Relaxing sunset cruises
✔ Easy trailering & storage

Performance & Power4.3L MerCruiser V6 w/ Thunderbolt Ignition

This is one of the best engine options available in this size class.

Performance benefits include:
✔ Strong V6 power and acceleration
✔ Smooth cruising performance
✔ Excellent reliability
✔ Easy maintenance & servicing
✔ Fuel-efficient operation
✔ Plenty of torque for passengers and watersports

Unlike smaller 3.0L setups, the 4.3L gives this Sea Ray noticeably stronger performance when fully loaded with passengers or pulling tubes and skiers.

The Thunderbolt Ignition system is well known for:

• Reliable starts
• Smooth operation
• Proven MerCruiser dependability

Sea Ray Deep-V Hull Performance

Sea Ray's fiberglass deep-V hull design delivers:
✔ Smooth ride in rougher water
✔ Stable cornering and handling
✔ Predictable steering response
✔ Comfortable cruising at speed

The 182 Open Bow is large enough to feel stable and comfortable while still remaining:

• Easy to tow
• Easy to launch
• Easy to dock
• Easy to store

It's one of the best "all-around" family runabouts in this size range.

Comfortable Open Bow Layout

The interior layout is designed for family boating and entertaining.

Interior Features

✔ Spacious open bow seating
✔ Rear wraparound bench seating
✔ Walk-through windshield
✔ Captain's bucket seat
✔ Passenger bucket seat
✔ Integrated cupholders throughout
✔ Marine carpet flooring
✔ Spacious cockpit layout

The open bow creates a comfortable lounge area up front while still keeping the boat compact and manageable.

This setup is ideal for:

• Cruising with friends
• Family outings
• Floating & relaxing
• Sandbar days

Swim Platform & Rear Lounge Area

The rear of the boat is built for enjoying the water.

Features Include:

✔ Integrated swim platform
✔ Boarding ladder
✔ Large rear sun pad
✔ Easy water access
✔ Comfortable rear lounging area

Perfect for:
✔ Swimming
✔ Floating
✔ Hanging out at anchor
✔ Tubing setup & gear access

Sea Ray's rear sun pad design remains one of the most popular layouts in boating.

Helm & Electronics

The helm is clean, functional, and very easy to operate.

Helm Features

✔ Full instrumentation package
✔ Mercury controls
✔ Tilt steering
✔ Comfortable captain's chair
✔ Carbon-style gauge panel
✔ Integrated cupholders
✔ Excellent driver visibility

This boat is also equipped with:
✔ Lowrance X-4 depth finder / fish finder

Great for:

• Water depth awareness
• Navigation confidence
• General lake use

Features & Included Equipment

✔ Bimini top for shade
✔ Full mooring cover included
✔ Swim ladder
✔ Integrated storage compartments
✔ Walk-through windshield
✔ Sea Ray factory styling throughout

The included cover is a huge value add and helps protect the interior while stored or trailered.

⚓ Interior Condition

The interior presents very nicely overall for the year.

Interior Highlights

✔ Classic Sea Ray white & gray upholstery
✔ Comfortable wraparound seating
✔ Clean fiberglass throughout
✔ Functional storage compartments
✔ Timeless Sea Ray styling

This boat has the clean, classic look buyers still love today.

Trailer Included

The matching Sea Ray trailer is included with the sale.

Trailer Benefits

✔ Easy transportation
✔ Convenient storage
✔ Simple launching & loading
✔ Travel to multiple lakes with ease

A trailer included package adds significant value and flexibility.

Approximate Specifications

• Length: Approx. 18'6"
• Beam: Approx. 7'6"
• Engine: 4.3L MerCruiser V6
• Drive Type: Stern Drive / I/O
• Passenger Capacity: 8 Persons
• Fuel Capacity: Approx. 26 Gallons
• Hull Type: Fiberglass Deep-V
• Trailer: Included

Why This Sea Ray 182 Stands Out

✔ Desirable 4.3L MerCruiser V6
✔ Stronger performance than smaller engine packages
✔ Sea Ray deep-V ride quality
✔ Open bow family-friendly layout
✔ Bimini top & full cover included
✔ Lowrance electronics installed
✔ Swim platform & rear sun pad
✔ Trailer included
✔ Easy-to-own size class
✔ Great first-time boat package

The Bottom Line

This 2001 Sea Ray 182 Open Bow delivers exactly what most buyers are looking for:

Reliable V6 power, comfortable family seating, smooth ride quality, and easy ownership.

Whether you're tubing with the kids, cruising the shoreline, relaxing at the sandbar, or simply enjoying weekends at the lake, this Sea Ray is a clean, versatile package that's ready for summer.

Available now at Sun Sport Marine - Sullivan, WI
Contact us today for pricing, financing, trades, or to schedule a showing.