1994 crestliner sportfish 175 3.0 mercury inboard outboard

$7495

$7495.00 vf4608 comes with a shorliner trailer that is in very good condition. This outfit has been owned by the same owner since 2001 and has been very well cared for. some of the buttons on the canvas may need attention, but all in all is very serviceable. The boat comes with downriggers, trolling motor, fishfinder aftermarket heating and cooling system for the encloser of the cabin. new tires and new spare. The poly cover rail will also need some attention. 1 of the pictures has information regarding the accessories that come with this boat. Stop by Value Auto Sales and take a look at it. or Contact Jeff @ 406 459 4777 The 1994 Crestliner V175 Sportfish is a 17-foot, all-welded aluminum stern drive fish-and-ski boat, often featuring a 3.0L Mercruiser engine. It has a roughly 6'11" to 7'5" beam, weighs approximately 2,045 lbs (net), and is built for versatility, featuring durable aluminum construction suited for both fishing and recreational boating.

Key 1994 Crestliner V175 Sportfish Specs

Boat Type: Stern Drive (I/O) Power Boat
Length: 17' (17 ft 1 in)
Beam: 6'11" (approx.)
Hull Material: Aluminum (All-welded)
Net Weight: ~2,045 lbs
Engine: Commonly 3.0L-4.3L Gasoline I/O
Approx. Fuel Capacity: 33 Gallons

Features & Design

Construction: Deep V design with all-welded aluminum hull.
Purpose: Fish-and-ski / Sportfishing.
Common Amenities: Often includes a livewell, storage, and bow seating.

Note: Some 1994 model might be referred to as 1750 Sport Angler or other Sportfish variants in literature The MerCruiser 3.0L is a reliable, 4-cylinder, 135–140 HP sterndrive engine, commonly used in runabouts and pontoons from 1963–2015. Known for simple maintenance, it uses a cast-iron block, Turn-Key Start (TKS) or carburetor system, and is available in new or remanufactured forms, often paired with an Alpha 1 outdrive Key Features and Specifications:

Performance: 135-140 horsepower with a wide-open throttle (WOT) range of 4400-4800 RPM.
Engine Type:
Inline 4-cylinder, 3.0-liter (181ci) displacement with a 9.3:1 compression ratio.
Ignition & Fuel: Uses electronic ignition (EST Delco) and carburetor.
Cooling System: Raw water-cooled with an EZ Drain water system for easy maintenance.
Fuel Economy: Generally considered fuel-efficient for small-to-mid-size boats.

Common Applications & Upgrades:

Interchangeability: The base engine design remains similar across decades, allowing new long blocks to replace older models (1990–2017+).
Maintenance: The 3.0L is noted for being easy to work on, often featuring a serpentine belt system.
Popularity: This engine is widely used due to its simplicity, reliable power for watersports, and good fuel consumption, often hitting speeds around 40 mph on 17-foot boats.