2023 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show Recap
- Absolute’s 52 FLY made its world premiere and the 56 FLY had its U.S. debut. The 52 FLY offers ample headroom, a spacious galley with pantry, a full-beam primary suite and midships VIP cabin, as well as 360-degree views in the salon.
- Aquila Power Catamarans’ 42 Yacht made its global debut, offering two spacious staterooms with a utility cabin in the standard configuration, engine options from Volvo Penta, loads of storage, and comfortable spaces in the cockpit, flybridge and foredeck. Additional configurations include a three- and four-cabin version.
- Bayliner launched its new M19, a 19-foot bowrider that features an adjustable aft lounger, convertible portside seating, premium upholstery, molded-in storage and is powered by a standard 90-hp Mercury Marine outboard — all at a starting price of $30,995.
- Blackfin debuted its flagship 400CC, designed and built with the Michael Peters two-stepped bottom and featuring a wide, spacious bow, two rows of heated seats in the helm, a multipurpose cabin and much more.
- Boston Whaler had a special release of the reimagined 350 and 380 Realm, which offer a new, modern design and improved performance. The new Realms feature fully integrated Simrad systems, enhanced helm switches and cockpit lighting, and power provided by either Mercury 400-hp V10 Verado or 600-hp V12 Verado.
- Chris-Craft unveiled its brand-new zero-emission, all-electric concept boat, the Launch 25 GTe, which includes a sterndrive configuration with an electric motor and battery bank that replaces the engine and fuel systems. Chris-Craft also had its new model, the Calypso 32, on display. This 32-foot addition to the Calypso line offers a fully enclosed, climate-controlled windshield, a custom user interface and Seakeeper Ride enhancements.
- The Cobalt R35 Sterndrive Luxury Runabout is the largest R Series model ever designed and features a deep cockpit and greater freeboard for a more spacious interior and larger bow and cockpit areas. New options for the R35 are an Auto Deploy Galley, complete with sink, microwave and electric grill, which rises from a solid bench seat at the touch of a button.
- Galeon had its new 440 FLY and 560 FLY on display. Both models have the signature Galeon beach mode balconies, and the 560 FLY also has sliding glass galley doors that open up the entire aft end of the boat.
- Grady-White’s new 281 Coastal Explorer is primed for fishing, with features including a standard portside sport deck with folding platform, a newly designed aft bench with three positions, a full height windshield and a 38-gallon livewell. Cruising comforts include a lockable console with head, adjustable backrests in the bow and more.
- Sea Ray’s new big sister to the 260 SLX, the brand-new 280 SLX, made its show debut. Highlights of this model include a U-shape bow with lounge-style seating, an optional Power Tower and an expanded sunpad.
- Scout showed off its new 260 LXF, which replaces the 255, and features a portside console head, an innovative hardtop and digital switching. Scout also unveiled its new project, set to debut at MIBS 2024: The 67-foot outboard-powered 67 LX, one of the largest outboard-powered boats in the world, with three versions available — sport, fish and cruiser — all powered by five Mercury V12 600-hp engines, producing 3,000 hp.
- Solara’s new S-250 Coupe is a fully loaded luxury pocket cruiser perfect for overnighting, fishing, watersports and day cruising. Features include a private stateroom with enclosed head and show, a full galley, and standard features like autopilot, LiFePO4 batteries, air conditioning/reverse cycle heat, bow and stern cameras and more.
- Sunseeker had its U.S. premiere of the Superhawk 55, which features an open-plan arrangement with plenty of space to entertain, making this the ultimate open dayboat, with a centerline triple helm at the center. Two sunpads offer space to relax, while the innovative transom garage door reveals space for a William MiniJet.
- Tiara Yachts’ newest EX 60 has four different cockpit modules focused on cruising, entertaining or enjoying your favorite watersports. The yacht is meant to maximize exterior enjoyment, while still providing all the comforts and amenities needed for extended stays.
- Winner of the NMMA Miami Innovation Awards in the Center Console/Walkaround Fishing Boats category, the Valhalla Boatworks V-55 packs all the features of a big sportfishing yacht into 55 feet. The new Viking flagship, the 90 sportfish yacht, was also on display at the show.
- Veer Boats’ X13 made its Miami debut, offering a durable, low-maintenance polyethylene hull, a light weight designed for easy trailering and optional propulsion by the Mercury Marine Avator, all at a base price of $11,995.
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