STINGRAY BOATS 2008 !!!

We are excited to continue our relationship with Stingray Boat Company for the 2008 Season! As our primary family runabout line for almost 20 years, Stingray has proven to us and our customers to be the best value in the market- PERIOD. Stingray is an independent, family owned, mid-sized company that is the industry leader in performance, construction, and fuel efficiency. Being an independently owned company, they are wonderful to work with, and more flexible to make changes as the market shifts. Thus, we see advancements in production and features on a daily basis! Take a look at this page to see some of the reasons why you need to take a look at the Stingray Advantage.

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Performance: We like to compare the performance and handling of a Stingray to a finely tuned sports car. However, you also get the plush, spacious amenities and ride of an SUV. So, dad can be happy behind the wheel and mom can be happy lounging in the spacious open bow or rear sundeck. This performance advantage is due to Stingray’s patented Z-Plane Hull, which allows for water to flow underneath the hull undisturbed so that the prop receives a full water blast- not a water/air bubble mix. This results in quicker acceleration out of the hole (also note the built-in sport trim tabs) and a higher top-end speed. There is no boat that performs as well as a Stingray!

Fuel Efficiency: Because of the higher top-end speed of a Stingray, Stingray customers rarely go above ¾ throttle, allowing for fewer RPM on average. Thus, less fuel being burned (and less engine stress too!). When comparing to other I/O’s, Stingray is almost always at least 20% better in fuel consumption and as high as 50% better. When compared to similarly sized Jet Drives, Stingray can be up to 150% better!!! Also keep in mind that in most Stingray models, the popular engine is usually smaller that the one in competitive brands. This obviously helps in efficiency as well.

Production Process: All of Stingray’s hulls originated in a computer aided design technology process. In fact, Stingray was the first company to do this. All of the hull’s use the proven 100% hand laid to assure consistency in the resin and gelcoat (ALL upper end boat companies use this method- it is proven to be the best!). Stingray’s uses the same high-grade outer gelcoat that is used by companies such as Cobalt and Grady White. In addition the colored hull stripe that you see on a Stingray is 100% gelcoat- It comes out of the original mold with the color already there. No paint or decals make for a longer lasting boat!

Engine: Stingray has great relationships with its two engine partners: Volvo & Mercruiser. In fact, they were the first boat builder to be Mercrusier IQ certified. Non Mercruiser IQ builders only earn a 1 year engine warranty.

Matirials/Standard Features: Stingray doesn’t cheapen the boat at all when it comes to materials. EVERY piece of hardware, including screws, windshield supports, ect. is stainless steel. Don’t be fooled by companies with a “stainless hardware package” that includes only the ski tow ring and boarding ladder! Heavy duty anti-stain vinyl is foam backed for durability and easy to clean up. Bimini tops and great sounding Kenwood AM/FM CD players with at least 4 Speakers are standard on all models 185 & up. All storage compartments are finished and provide tons of room and easy access.