Avalon Venture 85 - 23 FT Cruise Rear Bench Pontoon For Sale

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  Meet the 2026 Avalon Venture 85 Cruise Rear Bench in ****a 23-foot pontoon that looks ready to turn any just a quick ride into an all-day tradition. And if youre wondering about options, this model also comes in Black, Matte Black, Blue, Bronze, Caribbean Blue, Champagne, Matte Charcoal, Red, Sage Metallic, Sea Mist, Silver Metallic, Steel Blue, Matte White, and White Flake Metallicbut this one wears **** like it was made for dockside double-takes.
  
  At **23.4 feet** long (thats **281 inches / 7.1 meters**) with a wide **101-inch (2.6 m) beam**, the Venture 85 has that big-lake confidence feel the moment you step aboard. Its built as a true **pontoon** with **two 25-inch diameter** pontoons stretching **264 inches (6.7 m)**, and an **aluminum** hull thats all about dependable days on the water. Dry weight comes in at **2,150 lbs**, matching its **2,150-lb weight capacity**, and its rated for up to **11 passengers**so yes, its absolutely capable of being the boat your friends mysteriously have free weekends for.
  
  This layout is made for easy socializing without feeling like everyones stacked in one spot. Youve got **three cockpit sofas** plus **six open bow seats**, creating natural conversation zoneswhether youre swapping stories at anchor or coasting along the shoreline looking for the next perfect cove. Drop the **cockpit table** in place and suddenly its snack central, card-game headquarters, or the unofficial meeting room for planning the next playlist.
  
  Speaking of playlists: the onboard **Fusion** audio system with **Bluetooth** makes it simpleconnect, press play, and let the day soundtrack handle itself. And because a good time shouldnt come with guesswork, theres a **fuel level gauge** to keep you aware of whats in the tank.
  
  At the helm, the vibe stays relaxed and in control. You get a dedicated **helm chair** (with **one helm seat**) and **remote outboard steering control**, so you can drive with comfort and confidence, whether youre easing away from the dock or cruising with the crew. Overhead, a **Bimini top** brings welcome shade when the sun decides its going to show off.
  
  Underfoot, the **woven cockpit flooring** adds a finished, comfortable feelideal for those barefoot days that start with just a quick lap and end with sunset.
  
  Power-wise, the Venture 85 Cruise Rear Bench is flexible, with a recommended range from **10 bhp minimum** up to **140 bhp maximum**so you can match the setup to your kind of boating, from gentle cruising to a little extra pep when the lake opens up. With a **25-gallon (94.6 L) fuel capacity**, its ready for full afternoons of exploring without constantly thinking about the next fuel stop.
  
  Bottom line: this **** Avalon Venture 85 is the kind of pontoon that doesnt just carry peopleit gathers them. Its built for comfortable cruising, easy conversation, and those simple, perfect moments that somehow turn into the stories everyone tells later.

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  Specifications

  Length	23 ft 5 in
  Dry Weight	2150 lbs
  Engine	Optional
  Beam	8 ft 5 in
  Weight Capacity	2150 lbs
  Horsepower	140 hp
  Fuel Capacity	25 gals
  Hull Material	Aluminum
  Passengers	11