230 Vantage Takes a Top Award at the Auckland Boat Show

Auckland, NZ. (May 20, 2014) -

Christchurch-based marine dealership Sports Marine Ltd has won an award for a 23-foot ‘unsinkable’ boat at the New Zealand Boat Show in Auckland.
Sports Marine won ‘Boat of the Show’ for all purpose boats between 6-7 metres for the Boston Whaler 230 Vantage.

As the only New Zealand dealer for Boston Whaler boats since 2006, Sports Marine is seeing increasing business as buyers appreciate the Boston Whaler brand.
“We’re delighted with the award, which demonstrates the quality of this boat and brand,” says Scott Williamson, Sports Marine’s Managing Director.

“Since its release, the 230 Vantage has been met with great acclaim, including an Innovation Award from the National Marine Manufacturers Association in the United States,” he says.

“The beauty of this boat is that’s its truly multi-functional. It can be used for serious fishing, to offshore cruising, as well as water sports and entertaining. Boston Whaler is known around the world as a boating brand that is ‘unsinkable’. Combine this with the boat’s comfort, it’s a fantastic option for many customers,” Mr Williamson says.

Sports Marine has been the in the marine industry for 36 years. Based in Christchurch it has dealerships in Auckland and Sydney. More information at www.sportsmarine.co.nz

Boston Whaler manufactures 30 models from 11-42 feet. More information at https://www.bostonwhaler.com/

About Boston Whaler:

For more than 60 years, Boston Whaler has been building superior quality unsinkable runabouts, cruisers and center console boats. Founded in 1958 and currently headquartered in Edgewater, FL, the company’s unique foam-cored construction process contributes not only unsurpassed flotation, but superior ride characteristics and durability. The current product line ranges from 11- 42 feet and is distributed around the world by a network of exceptional dealers. For more information about The Unsinkable Legend, please visit www.bostonwhaler.com. Boston Whaler is owned by Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), the leading marine manufacturer in the world.

About Brunswick:

Headquartered in Mettawa, Ill., Brunswick Corporation’s leading consumer brands include Mercury Marine outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive and inboard packages; Mercury global parts and accessories including propellers and SmartCraft electronics; Power Products Integrated Solutions; MotorGuide trolling motors; Attwood, Garelick, and Whale marine parts; Land ’N’ Sea, BLA, Payne’s Marine, Kellogg Marine, and Lankhorst Taselaar marine parts distribution; Mercury and Quicksilver parts and oils; Bayliner, Boston Whaler, Crestliner, Cypress Cay, Harris, Heyday, Lowe, Lund, Princecraft, Quicksilver, Rayglass, Sea Ray, Thunder Jet and Uttern boats; Boating Services Network, Freedom Boat Club, NAUTIC-ON, OnBoard Boating Club and Rentals. For more information, visit https://www.brunswick.com.