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I would consider a little bit larger boat for that many people to ride around in comfortably. Even though called 17' these other boats have more room including built-in stern quarter seats for occupants.

1990-1995 Outrage 17' I
http://www.whalercentral.com/userphot...album_id=3

1996-1999 Outrage 17' II
http://www.whalercentral.com/userphot...album_id=4

1995-1997 Dauntless 17' DC (Dual Console)
http://www.whalercentral.com/userphot...lbum_id=82

And a little jump up would be a 1998-2001 Ventura 18'
http://www.whalercentral.com/infusion...er_id=9660

Maybe even a Ventura 16' which also has built-in seating for 6
http://www.whalercentral.com/infusion...r_id=17577

And maybe others would fit your needs also?