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Intrepid 407 Panacea:


Another Creative Jewel From Intrepid

The Intrepid 407 Panacea

The Intrepid 407 Panacea is a high-speed sportboat designed for offshore fishing as well as for getting to distant cruising destinations in a hurry; she's available with power up to triple 627-hp Seven Marine outboards. And the 407 is full of innovation.

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Hargrave 80:


Flush Deck Motoryacht w/Sizzle

The Hargrave 80

With the large swim platform extension providing space for the tender, the Hargrave 80 reserves the aft portion of the flying bridge for guests to enjoy the sunshine.

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Mercury Verado 350:


Supercharged High-Torque Outboard

The Mercury Verado 350

The relatively narrow powerhead of the inline 6-cylinder Mercury Verado 350 welcomes multi-engine installations, making it increasingly popular for large offshore boats.

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Sea Ray Sundancer 460:


Efficient Sportyacht w/Open Deckplan

The Sea Ray Sundancer 460

The Sea Ray Sundancer 460, powered with twin 525-hp Cummins QSB 6.7s matched to Zeus pod drives, can reach speeds topping 30 knots when needed. Her fuel economy remains surprisingly level throughout the planing rpm range, allowing the captain to adjust to sea conditions with little concern for range.

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Chaparral 227 SSX:


Well-Equipped Bowrider/Day Boat

The Chaparral 227 SSX

With the drives trimmed up, the Chaparral 227 SSX has a draft of just 21" (0.53 m), making a visit to a secluded beach safe and easy.

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