1985 Willard 40 - Photo 1
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other used Listed 20 days ago
£36,948
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Specifications

Make Willard
Model 40
Year 1985
Length 40.0ft (12.2m)
Beam 3.66m
Hull Material grp
Engine 1 x Detroit Diesel 6-71
Fuel Type diesel
Engine Make Detroit Diesel
Engine Model 6-71

Description




Stock #475469Video of this vessel available at www [dot] popsells [dot] com/view/475469This Willard has now been on the market more than a month. Please submit your offer today!Business Opportunity! USCG Inspected! 44 Passengers and 2 Crew! Navy Tender!1985 Willard 40 Water Taxi / Tour BoatStart a new business or add to your fleet. This 1985 Willard is certified to take up to 44 passengers plus 2 crew members.This Willard is currently used as a dolphin sightseeing tour boat. The bow has an observation area with a ladder. This vessel has an active COI and just passed the USCG inspection in February 2026.The boat was hauled in 2024, the bottom was painted and a new wrap was put on it. The wrap is removable if wanted.She is powered by a Detroit Diesel 6-71 that is easily accessible for services.While we will always attempt to provide you with a TRUE representation of every vessel we market, during any purchase from Pop you will be encouraged to schedule an inspection from an independent, accredited surveyor and every purchase WILL ALWAYS BE subject to your satisfaction with the results from your independent survey and your own personal trial run.We have several more Trident, Bestyear, Custom, and Island Hopper vessels for sale. If you're in the Tampa, St. Petersburg, Lakeland, or Brandon areas, please contact us to let us know what you're looking for and we'll get back with you today about any other tour boat options we have locally that may meet your needs.You have questions? We have answers. Call us at 001 (469) 844-2628 to discuss this vessel today.





Owner's Comment
This Willard is currently in use as a Dolphin tour boat. The COI is current til Dec. 14, 2026. The US Coast Guard Inspection was completed in February 2026. The boat was hauled, painted, and rewrapped in the summer of 2024.



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£363
£31,406 over 10 years at 6.9% APR

Monthly Running Costs (estimated)

Mooring / berthing £417
Insurance £46
Maintenance £86
Fuel £292
Running costs subtotal £841/mo
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Total Interest
£12,158
Total Cost (finance)
£49,106

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Cortez, Florida, United States

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