1998 Wellcraft 26 Scarab

Mercruiser 454 MAGNUM 7.4L MPI 385hp ~368hrs with Bravo-I outdrive. Stored on a lift at Lake Travis Lodges Marina. Complete with tandem axle aluminum BT with transferable slip/lift lease.

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The Wellcraft 26 Scarab (1998) is a classic offshore-style performance boat built for speed and rough-water handling. Scarabs from the late 1990s were known for deep-V hulls, big-block power, and the iconic racing graphics made famous in offshore racing.

1998 Wellcraft 26 Scarab – Key Specifications

• Length Overall: ~26 ft (approx. 26'–26'9")

• Beam: 8 ft

• Hull Type: Deep-V performance hull

• Hull Material: Fiberglass

• Dry Weight: ~4,800 lbs

• Fuel Capacity: typically 80–100 gallons (varies by configuration)

• Passenger Capacity: ~5–6 persons (typical for performance cuddy boats)

Engine / Performance

Common factory or typical setups included:

• Single sterndrive (I/O)

• Mercury 454 MAG MPI or 502 MAG MPI big-block (385–415 HP)

• Bravo One outdrive (common pairing)

Typical Performance

• Cruising speed: ~45–50 mph

• Top speed: ~60–75 mph depending on engine and prop setup

Layout & Features

Typical equipment on the 26 Scarab included:

Cockpit

• Drop-down bolster bucket seats

• Rear bench seating

• Engine sunpad over engine hatch

• Swim ladder

• Snap-in cockpit carpet

• Marine stereo system

Cabin (Cuddy)

• Forward V-berth sleeping area

• Cabin lighting

• Storage compartments

• Sliding cabin door

Performance / Hardware

• Deep-V offshore hull for rough water

• Electric engine hatch

• Through-hull performance exhaust (often Corsa)

• Depth finder / basic gauges

• Dual batteries (often with switch)

General Characteristics

• Built as a high-performance offshore sport boat

• Known for strong acceleration and big-block sound

• Handles chop better than typical runabouts due to the deep-V hull

• Popular for poker runs and fast lake cruising

Many 26 Scarabs from this era were heavily optioned or modified (props, exhaust, cams, etc.), so specs and speeds can vary significantly boat-to-boat.