Must-See Boats at the Miami Boat Show 2024
This list is a great companion to showgoers at the 2024 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show. We’ve curated this fleet of boats so that you can more efficient;y get a chance to see the hottest new products, evincing the latest advancements in the boatbuilders art.
We’ve also included links to buy advance tickets to the show. We recommend you also consider purchasing a water taxi pass, as street traffic can be a bear (though show shuttles are pretty reliable at MIBS). Finally, we also recommend you download the free show app. It’s worth it.
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Tiara 48 LE
This luxury sport yacht graces the cover of our April 2024 issue. Our tech team found it to evince the quality and luxury we’ve come to expect in decades of testing Tiaras. The 48 LE features triple 600-hp Mercury V12 Verado outboards, a highly versatile cockpit and more. See it at Herald Plaza, D dock.
Manitou 24 Explore Navigator MAX Dual Engine
Winner of the Pontoon Category in our Boat of the Year Program, this new Manitou pontoon opens the path for a different pontoon experience. It’s 24-feet and powered by twin Rotax outboards, which allow for the MAX Deck and its wide-open access to the water. You can see the test, here. See it in person at the Convention Center at MB2230.
Solace 37CS
The double step hull of the Solace 37CS is powered by triple 400-hp Mercury Marine Verado outboards. It can be fitted with an upper station and offers quite luxurious overnight amenities in the cabin within the console. See it at dock D3A, Herald Plaza.
Regal 38 Surf
Brand-new and gracing the cover of our upcoming May issue, Regal’s 38 Surf is the world’s largest wakesurf boat. Power is twin Volvo Penta Forward Drives ( A must see also!) From its cockpit amenities to the bow lounge to the cabin, this boat screams versatility and fun. Also available with outboard power. See it at the Herald Plaza, slip 306.
Tahoe T21
Our editorial team thought so much of the Tahoe T21 that is was honored as the Deckboat Category Winner in our vaunted Boat of the Year program. Its Powerglide hull delivered great performance. See the boat test, here. See the boat in person in the Convention Center at MB1098.
Scout Boats 330 LXF
Scout’s 330 LXF melds luxury, ingenuity, performance and fishability. And, anglers won’t want to miss the debut of Scout’s newest addition to the XSS Bay Boat line: The 261 XSS. You can see Scout Boats in Convention Center at MB1954.
Grady-White Freedom 415
Grady-White sets the bar high with the introduction of the largest dual console outboard powered sportfishing boat on the market today! See the all new Freedom 415 and all that this innovative boat addition, they are introducing an all new Coastal Explorer model, the 231 CE, to complement the already popular 251 CE and 281 CE. See Grady-White in the Convention Center at MB1984.
Bayliner Pilothouse and Explorer Models
These outboard-powered cabin boats fill an under-served slot in the boating marketplace. Value-priced, with large cockpits, the amenities in the cabins vary by model. Pilothouse versions offer walkaround cabins. Explorer models offer roomier cabins. Mercury outboards supply the power. See these boats at the Convention Center at MB1744.
SeaVee Boats 400Z
The SeaVee 400Z is built using vacuum assisted resin transfer Infusion (VARTM). This high-tech, cored, unibody construction results in reduced VOC emissions, and a higher quality laminate. The cross ventilated twin stepped hull produces greater efficiency than ordinary stepped hull boats via an augmented four port air induction system. Interested in cutting edge boat design and construction? See it at the Convention Center at MB 2684.
Boston Whaler 210 Vantage
You can learn about this newest Boston Whaler in our Certified Boat Test, coming in a few weeks. Offering all the versatility to “do it all” this boat will appeal to many. Check out the way the folding seats become a casting platform. This unsinkable boat features Mercury outboard power and you can visit Boston Whaler at the Convention Center at MB2254 and MB2454.
Formula 457 CCS
This is the big sister series to the Formula 387 that was honored as a Boat of the Year Category Winner. The 457 comes in a Center Console Sport and Center Console Fish versions Formula programs offer great buyer customization ability. See Formula at Herald Plaza dock, slip #C128.
Montara Surf Boss 2.0
This boat wowed our editorial team—and the pro wakesurfers and wakeboarders we work with—for mixing the best attributes of two of the hottest boat segments going: pontoon and watersports. The monohull Surf Boss 2.0 with V-drive power generates top-quality wakes and waves, while offering tons of crew space and luxury. And, wait til you see, “ The Basement!” Read our test, here. At the show? See it in Pride Park.
World Cat 235 TE
Catamarans are hot. This new model from World Cat evinces some of the very best the breed has to offer. This is a Tournament Edition center console. Power for this brand-new model is provided by twin outboards. See it at Herald Plaza on E-Dock.
Chaparral 310 OSX
Brand new is this luxury sportboat for dayboating from Chaparral Boats: the 310 OSX. Rated for up to 700-hp, this Yacht Certified boat offers two big Simrad touchscreens at the helm. There’s a side entry door, lots of seating and lots of storage. See it in the Convention Center at MB884.
Four Winns TH36
This new catamaran—yes, a cat—from Four Winns is a must-see boat. It offers immense space for enjoyment and entertaining while its twin hulls deliver a sea-kindly ride and stability. Step into the cockpit and take in the space. Then, head below into one of two cabins. See it at the Convention Center at MB854.
Sea-Doo RXP-X 325
This Sea-Doo is powered by the world’s most powerful PWV engine, the Rotax ACE 325. This engine won a prestige Boating Marine Power Innovation Award.( MPI). This is a must see for anyone seeking high-speed thrills, precision handling and state of the art engineering. Visit Sea-Doo in the Convention Center.
Aviara Boats AV28
Ready for action in three distinct variants is the Aviara AV28. The twin outboard version appeals to coastal boaters. The single sterndrive evokes a European sports coupe. Thea watersports version with its tower and forward-facing sterndrive serves up wakes and waves with the luxury. See Aviara in the Convention Center at MB229.
Yamaha 252 SD
Powered by two of the new 1.9 liter HO Yamaha Marine Engines, this new jet-propelled runabout also features DRiVE X, a system which allows you to move your boat forward and aft, laterally, rotate in its own axis or hold the boat against a dock. Rated capacity is 12 and you can see it in the Convention Center at MB1930.
Solaris Power Solaris 52
The Miami International Boat Show is the world premiere of the Solaris Power 52 Open. Be among the first to tour and inspect this beautiful boat. Call it a sport yacht. Call it a dayboat. Call it a cruiser. With three available deckplans and two cabin plans, we call it versatile. Power is twin Volvo-Penta IPS 800’s. See it at Herald Plaza, D35A.
Blackfin 400CC
This boat wowed us during the several times we got to run her. It’s finish and build quality is gorgeous, while Blackfin incorporated all the fishability you’d expect from a boat bearing that marque. See it in the Convention Center at MB1572.
Monterey Boats 385SS
Powered by triple outboard engines, the Monterey 385SS offers exciting performance, excellent handling, along with loads of luxury. Topside, it’s a dayboat that can haul a crowd. Belowdecks, find all the amenities a couple or small family needs for the weekend. See it in the Convention Center at MB330.
Galeon Yachts 435 GTO
This is an outboard-powered dayboat-cum-cruiser from Galeon. The GTO line-Grand Touring Outboard—delivers speed, luxury and the ability to handle shallows with ease. Celebrating its 40th Anniversary, see Galeon at GLDU1.
Centurion Ri 245
This Centurion Ri245 is powered by a 6.2-liter Pleasurecraft Marine ZZM8 engine. Designed for no compromise, this Centurion offers plenty of seating, luxury and watersports performance. See it in the Convention Center, in the Pleasurecraft Marine booth, MB1900.
Cruisers Yachts 34 GLS Outboard South Beach
While Cruisers Yachts will, as always be displaying a fleet of boats, don’t miss the 34 GLS South Beach Edition! You can also see plans and info about the upcoming 70-footer from this iconic boatbuilder. See Cruisers Yachts at Herald Plaza, C-Dock 125.
Regulator Marine Regulator 28
Here’s a boat that offers more than many. With outboards installed on a bolt-on bracket, the platform and bracket are not included in the lentyh of the boat. Walk the cockpit of this 28-footer and then do the same on some others, and see for yourself. See the Regulator 28 in the Convention Center at MB1542.
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Sea Ray SDX 290 Outboard
Designed for all-day comfort the yacht-certified SDX 290 Outboard delivers an exceptional boating experience, featuring quietly powerful performance and elegant, comfortable seating. Standard. Also available as a sterndrive. See it in the Convention Center at MB354.
Fountain Powerboats 39 DX Dual Console
Fountain ‘s 39 DX Dual Console is where performance, excellence and versatility meet, Fast, family-friendly and unique, this boat is so well suited for the way so many boaters go boating. Fountain will also be debuting its new 43 SCX! See them both at the Convention Center at MB154.
Intrepid 51 Panacea
If you simply want to be awed at the heights to which the boatbuilder’s art can aspire, do take time to visit the Intrepid 51 Panacea. This sport yacht is powered by four 600-hp Mercury V12 Verado outboards. See it in the Convention Center at MB 1054.
Scarab 215 Wake LE
This readily-trailerable, easily-garageable Scarab 215 Wake LE is a very special boat. Powered by twin Rotax waterjets delivering a total of 460-hp, it features a wakeboard Tower, board rack, ballast system, extended swim platform and a Touch Screen Command Center. See it in the Convention Center at MB2442.
Rand Supreme 27
The Rand Supreme 27 is on display at the Miami Boat Show! This 27’ x 8’6” open-bowed boat is shown with a 300-hp Mercury Outboard. Rand also offers inboard power for its boats. It’s lightweight construction lends itself to Rand’s sustainable goals, especially if coupled to electric power. See Rand in the Convention Center.
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