How far does a dollar go? In boating, there's fuel, gear, accessories and upkeep, all of which make the big purchase - your actual boat - even more important for the budget-minded family. Fortunately, there are plenty of boats out there that offer good price points as well as good features. You can now mix and match fishing, watersports and cruising. The following 2007 value boats aren't just a blast; they'll stretch your dollar all the way to the open waters.

CARAVELLE 186BR

Coolest Feature The sun deck gives you a large surface to soak in the rays.
Families Will Love The room provided with an 8-foot beam, a lion's share on a bowrider this size.
Top Amenities Adjustable tilt-wheel steering, trim indicator, walk-through windshield and swim ladder.
Best Reason To Buy Caravelle has put bigger-boat features into the design of a compact Caravelle 186 Bowrider.

LOA 18'
Beam 8'
Weight 2,700 lbs.
Fuel 30 gal.
Base Price $19,563   
(w/135-hp, 3.0L MerCruiser)
Maximum HP 225

Caravelle, 111 Mathews Drive, Americus, GA 31709
(800) 642-2628.