[Bernie]

Hello:
I would like to purchase a 2000 closed deck 17' Mariah Shabah with a 4.3 motor. Does anyone know the weight of this boat? Is it a good boat for water sports?
Thanks
Bernie

[ShabahZ280]

I don't believe Mariah made a closed deck 17' boat in 2000. At least according to the 2000 brochure they didn't

[indykoch]

I think Bernie is referring to an early '90's model named the "2000". The 1990 brochure says the open bow version is 2850 lbs. Closed deck or cuddie should be about the same.

[Bernie]

Hello Everyone:

Thank you for your comments about the Mariah Shabah. Here is the info the dealer provided:

Year: 2000
Length: 18'3"
Make: Mariah
Model: Z 183 ClosedDeck I/O
Engine: Merc 4.3L V-6 I/O
Engine Hours: 40 hours
Drive: MerCruiser Alpha One I/O

Perhaps this info could help in determining the weight of the boat and motor.

Thanks.

Bernie

[ShabahZ280]

Wow, I stand corrected, I didn't realize the 183 was a closed deck boat! My eyes deceived me when looking at the brochure!

Anyway, here's the specs.

Length: 18'
Beam: 92"
Weight: 2650lbs
Deadrise: 18 degrees
Draft (drive up): 17"
Draft (drive dn): 34"
Fuel: 38 gallons
Max HP: 210
Passengers: 6
Performance: 4.3L 46-51 mph
Performance: 5.7L 46-51 mph (one of these must be a typo!)

Hope this helps!

[Dutch180SE]

the 182 is a bowrider, the 183 a closed bow

[Bernie]

Hello Everyone:

Thank you all for your quick response. I realize now that I will require a stronger vehicle than a Tucson GL (6-cylinder 2.7L) to pull the Mariah Shabah 183.

Bernie