7 Marine OBs Discontinued | New Draco 27 | Hatteras GT45X Open - 11/09/20
BoatTEST Newsletter November 9, 2020
New Test Video
Draco 27:
Euro Bowrider w/Open Concept
Boating Business
Volvo Penta to Discontinue
Seven Marine Outboards
Volvo Penta purchased Seven Marine in 2017 and will halt production after current demand is met.
Citing a desire to be a net-zero emissions company by 2050, the Volvo Group, which includes the Volvo Penta marine division, is stopping the sales and marketing of Seven Marine outboard engines effective January 1, 2021. More...
Fall Virtual Boat Show:
42 Jetboats
On Display
BoatTEST has 42 jetboats on display at the Fall Virtual Boat Show in the 20' (6.1 m) to 43' (13.11 m) range. Browse the selection below.
Features Video
Hatteras GT45X Open:
Modern Offshore Battlewagon
Captain's Report
Ocean Alexander 26R:
Contemporary Long-Range Motoryacht
Test Video
MasterCraft X26:
18-Passenger Wakesports Boat
Schedule a Test Drive Dealer Contact Request Pricing Request
Shared Access Opportunities
In 2 Florida Locations this Winter
St. Pete, FL – Pursuit DC266
Riviera Beach, FL – EdgeWater 370 CC
Snowbirds as well as Florida residents have an ideal opportunity to get out on the water to fish, explore, cruise, entertain – or just to get out of the house/condo – on two prestigious boats with excellent equipment. The two boats above are available for full-day use in economical packages from 10 days or more spread across the season. Both are equipped with joysticks, electrical flush heads, and the EdgeWater 370 even has a Seakeeper gyro and cabin for two. Both boats are maintained by BoatTEST staff and are cleaned and sanitized after every use. Don’t miss this exciting charter/lease/club shared access opportunity. Contact GM Greg Sweeney at 727-200-3474 | [email protected].
St. Pete, FL/Pursuit DC266 Riviera Beach, FL/EdgeWater 370
See Video of Capt. Steve on the Pursuit
Boating News of the Week: Episode #29
There’s no type of boat more complicated or expensive than a large motoryacht. Making a buying mistake here can literally cost you a million dollars or more. Our detailed Buyer’s Guide tells you why some boats are more expensive than others, and how to match your needs with the boats available. Also in this episode is a glimpse at the newly launched Tiara 43 LE, a new 3D boat mold-making machine, and seamanship tips – don’t miss it. More...
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