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An oldy but a goody; the Ultimate Boats 21 boat review from 2015!
Ultimate Boats 21
Ultimate Boats is a new arrival on the New Zealand boating scene, though the company’s principal Mark Presnall has been part of the marine industry for many years, most recently representing Suzuki ou...
Length Over All (M):
6.35

Ultimate Boats 21
Ultimate Boats is a new arrival on the New Zealand boating scene, though the company’s principal Mark Presnall has been part of the marine industry for many years, most recently representing Suzuki ou...
Length Over All (M):
6.35

OceanPro 533 Cuddy Cabin
OceanPro is not really a name that springs to mind when thinking about New Zealand-built aluminium t...
Horsepower (HP):
70-100
Length Over All (M):
5.5
YEAR:
2025
Construction:
Pontoon-style aluminium monohull
Length Over All (M):
5.33
CONSTRUCTION:
Aluminium
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Discover Indy, a 2022 Beneteau Swift Trawler 41 Flybridge. Stylish, efficient, and family-friendly cruising at its best. Ready now in Gulf Harbour, price $1,050,000
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Bavaria 37-2014
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