1996 Wellcraft 23 Excel Boat in Forest Knolls, CA 94933 US
Built in 1996
23 Excel
2 Engines (2x --)
22.3 feet
Gas
Fiberglass/Reinforced
Stock # 185936
1996 Wellcraft 23 Excel 22' 3'' Walkaround Boat. Outboard 2 Stroke Mercury Optimax 225HP and Tohatsu 9HP Kicker Gasoline Engines.
This 1996 Wellcraft Excel 23 is a capable offshore and coastal fishing platform with a clean fiberglass hull and a very useful equipment package. This is a California boat with a super-clean hull, making it particularly attractive for buyers looking for an older fishing boat that has been well cared for.
Power comes from a Mercury 225 Optimax, providing strong performance for offshore fishing, cruising and getting to the fishing grounds quickly. A Tohatsu 9.9 HP two-stroke kicker provides an economical trolling option and added peace of mind on the water.
The boat is equipped with working Bennett hydraulic trim tabs, a stern rail, bimini top, basic anchor and chain, and a vacuum toilet. A trailer is included.
-Specifications
Year: 1996
Make: Wellcraft
Model: Excel 23
Boat Type: Walkaround / Fishing Boat
LOA: Approximately 23'
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Beam: Approximately 8'6"
Main Engine: Mercury 225 Optimax
Kicker: Tohatsu 9.9 HP, 2-stroke
Drive: Outboard
Trim Tabs: Bennett - operational
Fuel: Gasoline
Trailer: Included
Bimini Top: Yes
Head: Vacuum toilet
Fishing Features: Stern rail, kicker motor, trim tabs
Anchor: Anchor and chain included
Published references for the Excel 23 family confirm a roughly 8'6" beam, and period Excel 23 walkaround examples were offered with substantial outboard power.
Note: Exact factory dry weight, fuel capacity, draft, and passenger capacity can vary by Excel 23 configuration. I would verify those numbers from the boat's original capacity plate/HIN before putting them into a sales listing rather than risk publishing inaccurate specifications.
-Highlights
Mercury 225 Optimax - excellent power for a 23' fishing platform
Tohatsu 9.9 HP kicker for trolling
Super-clean California hull
Working Bennett trim tabs
Bimini top
Vacuum toilet
Stern fishing rail
Tandem Galvanized Axle Trailer Included
Practical walkaround design with good fishing versatility
1996 Wellcraft 23 Excel 22' 3'' Walkaround Boat. Outboard 2 Stroke Mercury Optimax 225HP and Tohatsu 9HP Kicker Gasoline Engines.
This 1996 Wellcraft Excel 23 is a capable offshore and coastal fishing platform with a clean fiberglass hull and a very useful equipment package. This is a California boat with a super-clean hull, making it particularly attractive for buyers looking for an older fishing boat that has been well cared for.
Power comes from a Mercury 225 Optimax, providing strong performance for offshore fishing, cruising and getting to the fishing grounds quickly. A Tohatsu 9.9 HP two-stroke kicker provides an economical trolling option and added peace of mind on the water.
The boat is equipped with working Bennett hydraulic trim tabs, a stern rail, bimini top, basic anchor and chain, and a vacuum toilet. A trailer is included.
-Specifications
Year: 1996
Make: Wellcraft
Model: Excel 23
Boat Type: Walkaround / Fishing Boat
LOA: Approximately 23'
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Beam: Approximately 8'6"
Main Engine: Mercury 225 Optimax
Kicker: Tohatsu 9.9 HP, 2-stroke
Drive: Outboard
Trim Tabs: Bennett - operational
Fuel: Gasoline
Trailer: Included
Bimini Top: Yes
Head: Vacuum toilet
Fishing Features: Stern rail, kicker motor, trim tabs
Anchor: Anchor and chain included
Published references for the Excel 23 family confirm a roughly 8'6" beam, and period Excel 23 walkaround examples were offered with substantial outboard power.
Note: Exact factory dry weight, fuel capacity, draft, and passenger capacity can vary by Excel 23 configuration. I would verify those numbers from the boat's original capacity plate/HIN before putting them into a sales listing rather than risk publishing inaccurate specifications.
-Highlights
Mercury 225 Optimax - excellent power for a 23' fishing platform
Tohatsu 9.9 HP kicker for trolling
Super-clean California hull
Working Bennett trim tabs
Bimini top
Vacuum toilet
Stern fishing rail
Tandem Galvanized Axle Trailer Included
Practical walkaround design with good fishing versatility
Nominal Length
22.25ft
Length Overall
22.25ft
Beam
8.33ft
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Model
Mercury
Total Power
225hp
Engine Type
outboard-2s
Fuel Type
gasoline
Engine 2
Engine Model
Thostsu
Total Power
9hp
Engine Type
outboard-2s
Fuel Type
gasoline
Total Power
225.0 hp
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/9/26 | Initial price | $9,999 |
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