Beneteau Antares 650 - Yamaha 115hpThe 2007 Beneteau Antares 6.50 HB is a superb all-weather coastal cruiser, perfectly suited to family boating, fishing, and weekend adventures. Combining Beneteau's renowned semi-displacement hull with the reliability and economy of a Yamaha F115 four-stroke outboard, this versatile wheelhouse cruiser offers excellent seakeeping, impressive practicality, and low running costs. Designed with both comfort and functionality in mind, the Antares 6.50 is equally at home exploring the coastline, fishing offshore, or enjoying a relaxed day on the water.Engine & PerformancePowered by the dependable Yamaha F115 EFI four-stroke, this Antares delivers smooth, quiet performance with excellent fuel economy. The 115hp engine provides ample power for comfortable cruising while remaining economical to operate and maintain.Cruising Speed: 18–22 knotsMaximum Speed: Approximately 28 knots The Yamaha is renowned for:Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)Quiet operationExcellent reliabilityLow servicing costsStrong mid-range performance Deck EquipmentStainless steel bow railsSelf-draining cockpitLarge aft fishing cockpitCockpit seatingAnchor lockerSwim platformBoarding ladderMooring cleatsWindscreen wipersNavigation lightsRod holders (where fitted)Cockpit storage lockersHelm & Navigation Garmin GPS ChartplotterGarmin FishfinderVHF RadioCompassDepth SounderNavigation lightsHydraulic steeringCabin AccommodationThe Antares 6.50 makes excellent use of its internal space with a bright and practical wheelhouse offering protection from the elements.Features include:Forward V-berth for two adultsComfortable helm seatPassenger seatingOpening side windowsExcellent all-round visibilityCabin storage lockersInterior lightingOpening roof hatchCurtainsCockpitOne of the Antares' biggest strengths is its generous cockpit space.Features include:Large uncluttered fishing areaEasy access around the deckDeep, secure side decksTransom accessCockpit lockersNon-slip deckingPerfect for:FishingFamily days afloatDivingCoastal cruisingElectrical12V electrical systemEngine batteryCabin lightingNavigation lightingAutomatic bilge pumpManual bilge pumpWhy Buy This Antares?The Antares 6.50 has become one of Beneteau's most sought-after compact wheelhouse boats thanks to its exceptional sea-keeping ability, practical layout and dependable build quality. Whether you're looking for a first family cruiser, a capable fishing platform or a boat that can comfortably handle the Channel Islands' changing conditions, the Antares delivers confidence in all weathers.Combined with the reliable Yamaha F115 four-stroke, this package offers economical ownership, straightforward maintenance and dependable performance.