1969 Sea ray SRV 190

Slide down into the SRV 190 and you immediately feel that late‑60s Sea Ray DNA: deep, secure cockpit sides, a sweeping windshield, and a helm that still looks properly “captain’s” after all these years. The throttle falls right to hand, with clear sightlines over the bow whether you’re easing into a cove or bringing her on plane. Storage tucks away under the seats and along the gunwales, leaving the cockpit open enough for a couple of deck chairs or a small cooler. The transom height and swim ladder setup make climbing in from the water easy, and that solid old‑school hardware—cleats, rails, and grab handles—has the kind of heft you just don’t see on many newer runabouts.

This vintage SRV 190 is particularly well‑suited to the mixed conditions you’ll find in this region. Its deep, weighty hull softens afternoon chop, while the compact 19‑foot length still slips into crowded ramps, skinny creeks, and smaller slips without drama. The simple mechanical layout and recent maintenance work mean fewer surprises when you’re running across open stretches or idling through no‑wake zones all day. With seating that’s comfortable for a small group and a cockpit that stays dry when the breeze picks up, it’s a practical choice for everything from sandbar gatherings to pulling a tube on more protected waters.