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I am in the hunt for my first Boston Whaler. I thought I had settled on the Montauk 17 but I saw a 1998 Ventura 18 for sale locally. I would prefer the console but I have to admit the Ventura 18 would better suit my family use of cruising on freshwater lakes. Any thoughts from the group on the Ventura as a desirable first boat would be appreciated. Thanks so much, Tom