SEA RAY 44 Sundancer 455

2006 Sea Ray 44 Sundancer classifieds board2006 Sea Ray 44 SundancerEngines: 2x Cummins QSC 500 (T-478 hp)

Drives: V-drives

Length 450 (13.72 m)

Beam 140 (4.27 m)

Weight 22,500 lbs (10,205 kg)

Draft 40 /1.016 m

Fuel capacity 335 gal /1,268 L

Water tank 100 gal /378.5 L

Holding tank 42 gal /159 L

Deadrise 19

Runtime: 700 hours

Price: MAKE OFFER

2006 SEA RAY 44 SUNDANCER LOADED AND UPDATED PRICED TO SELLWe just took this cream puff to Bahamas for the Memorial Weekend (16) and had a blast. Shes truly the definition of what a luxury sport yacht is all about form AND function meets performance and fuel efficiency!

Prior to our weekend getaway our 2006 2-stateroom diesel Sundancer was serviced to the teeth and all systems were gone thru and tested from AC to cockpit TV (we just updated the DirecTv Satellite) to toilet systems (x2), canvas, GPS charts, updated Vessel View, Newer E120 Chart Plotter, new zincs, oil, filters, fridges the works everything is up to snuff ready for her new owner!

Take a moment to check out our in-depth walk-through video on our Youtube channel (also posted below) where we go thru all the vitals.

As you can tell, this is a very well-equipped 45-foot diesel 2-stateroom Sundancer which is loaded, serviced, and updated. All the expensive extras such as the Sea Ray Navigator II System, Twin-QSC 500 Cummins Diesels, Radar, Hard Top, Fresh Cockpit Upholstery, Bow Thruster, DSS Satellite TV System, Updated Canvas and more. Recent bottom paint, engines and generator service are up to date. Boat is turn key ready to go. The dinghy in the photos is brand new as of May 16 and so is the 9.9 hp 4-stroke Mercury kicker motor. The tender and motor is NOT part of the offering but could be purchased separately.

NOTE:This is the most aggressively priced 06 44 Sundancer on the planet (and arguably the most amply equipped as well).

To our international clients this yacnt is called the 455 Sundancer overseas a beautiful navy blue hull, recent bottom paint, cherrywood cabin interior, foredeck sunpad, cockpit fridge, helm cover, and Raymarine Electronics and more.

The forward master stateroom has a pocket sliding door and in-suite separate bathroom to the port side and a private shower no starboard. Spacious salon with full galley. Separate fridge and freezer, 2-burner stove, corian countertop, and a LCD flatscreen TV that drops down from the ceiling electrically when needed. Also the aft stateroom has a privacy pocket door and an adjacent head/shower with sink and vanity. In short, this Sport Yacht has every amenity needed for long getaways with family and friends! Come see it at our docks in Pompano Beach Today!

INSTALLED OPTIONS

• Twin Cummins QSC 500 DIESEL V-DRIVES (700) Hours Recently Serviced
• 9 kW Onan Diesel Generator
• Hardtop, Fiberglass w/Full Enclosure (newer Eisenglass)
• Bow Thruster
• DSS Satellite TV System
• Air Conditioning Cockpit
• Sea Ray Navigator II Touch Screen
  • Radar Overlay/GPS/Chartplotter 12.1
  • PC w/Sunlight-Viewable Touch-Screen LCD
  • Koden 4kW Open Array Satellite Interface
  • Skymate Satellite Boat-Monitoring & Communication System
  • 8 Fiberglass Antenna & Stellar Satellite Communicator
• Raymarine E120 GPS/Chart Plotter
• Canvas, Dash Cover
• Colored Hull, Blue
• Macerator w/Seacock Interlock System Power Steering
• Premium Cockpit Audio Upgrade
• Refrigerator, 120V/60 Cycle Cockpit (In Lieu of Std. Icemaker)
• Spotlight w/Dual Halogen Bulbs Remote-Controlled
• Sun Pad, Forward Deck
• Updated Cockpit Upholstery
• TV, 15 Flatscreen w/Remote DVD Mid-Stateroom
• Vacuum System, Central 120V/60 Cycle (Beam)

GALLERY

GALLERY

STANDARD FEATURES & EQUIPMENT

CABIN FEATURES

• Carbon Monoxide Monitors
• Carpet, Deep-Pile BCF 44-Ounce
• Carpet Runners, Interior (Sunbrella)
• Handrails, Stainless Steel
• Interior Finish Dark Cherry
• Lighting, 12V Halogen
• Lighting, 12V Indirect
• Outlet, Phone
• Outlets, 120V GFI Protected
• Outlets & Switch Plates Satin Nickel Finish
• Pillows, Accent
• Steps, Entryway Cherry Wood
• Stereo, Clarion 12V AM/FM Single CD, & Sirius Satellite Receiver

  w/Antenna, w/6-Disc CD Changer, MP3 Port, Amplifier, Subwoofer,

  Speakers (8), Digital Cockpit Remote Control & Speaker Selector Switches

• Storage, In-Floor
• Wood Trim, Handcrafted
• Salon:
  • Blinds, Wood
  • End Table, Solid Surface w/Lift-Out Storage
  • Mirror, Wall Accent
  • Seating, L-shaped Sofa w/Storage Below Converts to Bed

    w/Filler Cushions (Ultraleather)

  • Storage, Gunwale Cabinets
  • Table, Dinette w/High-Gloss Wood Surface & Dedicated Storage
  • TV, 20 Flatscreen LCD, Drop Down, (120V) w/Remote DVD Player,

    Coax Outlet & Gain Control Panel

• Galley:
  • Blinds, Wood
  • Coffeemaker, 120V
  • Countertop, Solid Surface, Sink, Single-Lever Grohe Faucet & Sink Cover
  • Freezer, Under-Counter Dual-Voltage 120V/12V (Waeco)
  • Handrail, Stainless Steel
  • Microwave/Convection Oven, 120V
  • Outlet, 12V Accessory
  • Power Vent, 12V, w/Stainless Grill
  • Refrigerator, Under-Counter Dual-Voltage 120V/12V (Waeco)
  • Storage, Drawers w/Cutlery Insert
  • Storage, Upper & Lower w/Designated Plate & Glass Storage
  • Stove, 120V Recessed Two-Burner w/Solid Surface Cover (Kenyon)
  • Trash Receptacle w/Chute & Solid Surface Cover
• Forward Stateroom:
  • Bed, Full-Size Island-Style w/Innerspring Mattress, Pillows, Sheets, Coordinated

    Spread & Drawer Storage Below

  • Door, Pocket Privacy w/Mirror
  • Hanging Locker w/Light & Shelves Port
  • Hanging Locker w/Light & Shelves Starboard
  • Mirrored Rope Locker Bulkhead
  • Storage, Gunwale Cabinets Starboard
  • TV- 17 Flatscreen w/Remote Mounted DVD Player
• Forward Head Port:
  • Door, Privacy Access from Forward Stateroom
  • Handrails, Stainless Steel
  • Head, VacuFlush
  • Power Vent, 12V, w/Stainless Grill
  • Storage, Gunwale Cabinets
  • Storage, Medicine Cabinet Mirrored
  • Vanity w/Solid Surface Countertop, Sink, Grohe Faucet & Storage Below
• Forward Shower Starboard:
  • Clothes Hook
  • Curtain, Shower
  • Door, Privacy Access from Forward Stateroom
  • Handrails, Stainless Steel
  • Shower w/Seat & Adjustable Grohe Shower Wand
• Mid-Stateroom:
  • Door, Privacy Sliding Pocket
  • Hanging Locker Port
  • Mirrored Bulkhead Aft
  • Portlight, Stainless Steel Fixed
  • Seating, Conversation Pit onverts to Double Berth w/Slide-Out Base
  • Storage, Cabinets Starboard
• Mid-Stateroom Head/Shower:
  • Clothes Hook
  • Curtain, Shower
  • Door, Privacy Access from Mid-Stateroom
  • Handrail, Elliptical Stainless Steel
  • Head w/Fiberglass Settee Lid & VacuFlush Toilet
  • Storage, Medicine Cabinet
  • Vanity w/Solid Surface Countertop, Sink, Faucet w/Pullout Shower

    Sprayer & Storage Below

HULL & DECK

• Bottom Paint
• Bow Rail, 316 Stainless Steel w/Welded Stanchions, Intermediate Rails

  & Life Lines

• Canvas Colors Navy
• Cleats, Custom Sea Ray Thru-Bolted Stainless Steel (8)
• Deck Fill Plates, Stainless Steel
• Deck Rails, 316 Stainless Steel Drain Plugs, Brass-Threaded Garboard
• Gel Coat, Arctic White Graphics, Striping
• Handrails, 316 Stainless Steel
• Hatch, Deck Vent Translucent w/Locks & Sky Screen Cover

  (2020) Trapezoid

• Hull Windows, Stainless Steel Fixed
• Lights, Navigation
• Light, Stern
• Portlights, Stainless Steel (2 Opening)
• Resin, High-Performance Vinylester
• Rub Rail, PVC w/Stainless Steel Insert
• Skylight, Flush-Mount w/Retractable Sunshade Salon

• Beverage Holders (10)
• Door, Cabin Entry Curved Acrylic
• Door, Transom Acrylic

  Floor Liner, Fiberglass Self-Bailing

• Hatch, Engine Room Electrically Actuated
• Ice Bucket, Insulated Built-In
• Handrails, 316 Stainless Steel
• Lighting, Indirect
• Outlet, 12V Accessory
• Outlet, 120V GFI Protected
• Seating, Companion Bench w/Molded Fiberglass Storage Base

  & Euro-Style Backrest

• Seating, Helm w/Flip-Up Thigh-Rise Bolster, Armrests &

  Heavy-Duty Pedestal w/Slide, Swivel & Pneumatic Vertical Adjustment

• Seating, U-Shaped Aft
• Ships Bell
• Sport Spoiler, Molded Fiberglass (Seamless) w/Overhead Lighting & Stainless

  Steel Grab Rails

• Step, Molded Deck Access
• Storage, Side Panel Starboard
• Table, Cockpit w/Corian Insert & Dedicated Storage
• Wet Bar w/Sink & Faucet, Corian Countertop, Stainless Steel Handrail,

  Trash Receptacle & Storage Cabinet Port

TECHNICAL FEATURES

• Control Station:
  • Alarms, High-Water Bilge & Cabin
  • Compass
  • Emergency Start System Engines Dash Gel-Coated Nickel
  • Horns, Air (Concealed) Dual Trumpet
  • Instrument Panel
  • Shift & Throttle Controls w/Gold Knobs
  • SmartCraft Diagnostics:
    • Instrumentation, Custom
    • Sea Ray SmartCraft 4-in-1 Multigauges (2) w/Low-Glare Blue Night Lighting

      & Chrome Bezels (Includes: Fuel Level, Oil Pressure, Voltmeter, Water Temperature)

    • SmartCraft System View (Includes: Air & Water Temperature, Combined Fuel Flow/

      Range, Depth, Engine Alarms/Hourmeters, Engine Synchronizer, GPS Interface &

      Raymarine 125 GPS Antenna System Maintenance Records)

  • Steering, Hydraulic
  • Steering, Tilt Wheel
  • Steering Wheel, Wood-Accent
  • Switch Panel (Backlit)
  • Switches, Illuminated Weatherproof Rockers & Dimmer Control Systems Monitor,

    Digital LCD for Pump Monitoring

• Electronics:
  • Electronics Circuit, 50 Amp/12V
  • VHF Radio w/Remote Speaker & 8
• Electrical Systems:
  • Batteries (5) w/Trays & Switches
  • Battery Charger/Converter, 120V/40 Amp/12V
  • Battery Solenoid Switches, 12V Latching (2)
  • Isolators, Galvanic (2)
  • Panel, Circuit Breaker Remote
  • Panel, DC Main Breaker
  • Panel, Main Distribution AC
  • Panel, Main Distribution DC
  • Shore Power, Dual 30 Amp/120V/60 Cycle w/50 Cords & Adapters
  • TV/Phone Inlet w/TV Antenna, TV Shore Cord & Phone Shore Cord
  • Wiring, Color-Coded w/Chafe Protection
  • VHF Radio w/Remote Speaker & 8
• Air Conditioning Heating:
  • Zone-Controlled Reverse-Cycle System (19,000 BTU)
  • Custom Integral Vent System
• Engine Room:
  • Bilge Pumps, 12V Automatic (2)
  • Bilge Pumps, 12V Automatic High-Water (1 Bilge, 1 Cabin)
  • Blowers, 12V Bilge (2)
  • Fire Suppression System Automatic w/Manual Pull
  • Freshwater Cooling Inboard Engine
  • Gel-Coated Engine Room, Oyster Insulation, Engine Room 2 w/Vinyl Barrier
  • Lighting, 12V
  • Oil Changer System Engines & Generator (Diesel Only)
  • Steps, Engine Room Access

HULL & DECK (continued)

• Storage, Transom Wall (For Fenders & Gear)
• Stringer System, Fiberglass
• Swim Platform, Integral/Extended w/Concealed Stainless Steel

  Three-Step Swim Ladder w/Integral Grab Handle

• Thru-Hull Fittings, Stainless Steel
• Toe Rail, Molded Fiberglass Deck
• Vent System, Engine Room Integral
• Windshield, Tempered/Tinted Curved Glass w/Stainless Steel Frame,

  Electric Front Vent & Stainless Steel Supports

• Windshield Washer System
• Windshield Wipers w/Delay & Speed Control
• Canvas (Sunbrella):
  • Aft Curtain
  • Aft Sunshade
  • Bimini Top
  • Canvas Storage Bag Front Curtains
  • Side Curtains
• Certifications
  • Meets Applicable USCG & ABYC Standards
  • NMMA Certification Mercury Installation Quality

    Certification

HIGHLIGHTS

Sea Ray writes..Sleek styling, a large, comfortable cockpit and a luxurious interior that sleeps plenty are just the right formula for endless fun in the 44 Sundancer. A wealth of instrumentation and information is at the captains fingertips, and twin 8.1 S Horizon MerCruiser gasoline V-drives will get you to most any destination with ease. The beautiful, yet efficient, galley includes a host of conveniences that will make each on-the-water excursion thoroughly enjoyable.

• Thehuge cockpit sets an unbeatable stage for fun in the sun, with abundant

  seating, a portside wet bar and convenient passage to the wide swim

  platform through the transom door.

• Theadjustable captains chair faces a wrap-around

  console with a wealth of instrumentation and information at your

  fingertips, including a Raymarine package with GPS and VHF radio.

• Thesalons

  curved sofa seats a crowd at party or dinner time, and sleeps two in

  comfort overnight, when converted to a bed. Shown here with optional

  hi-lo dining table.

• Theforward stateroom features a full-size pedestal

  bed with innerspring mattress, pillows, sheets, and coordinated spread.

  Hanging lockers with lights and port side shelves ensure storage space.

• Witha

  convertible sleeper/sofa, the mid-stateroom provides an intimate

  conversation area during the day and extra sleeping quarters at night.

• Thegalley is as efficient as it

  is beautiful. The under counter refrigerator and freezer stocks plenty

  of food for an extended cruise. Theres also a recessed two-burner

  stove, microwave oven, and coffeemaker.

WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT THE 44 SUNDNCER

This could quite possibly be the most stylish Sea Ray weve seen so far. A totally new model and full of creature comforts, performance, and styling that would be right at home on the Riviera. But the curved lines dont end with the hull. Graceful lines are featured throughout the boat below as well as on deck.

Up at the bow was a windlass with a plow anchor and foot switches flush mounted in the port side deck. But in case you lose power, a hand crank is affixed to the underside of the starboard rope locker hatch. And for the captain that cant be bothered to walk forward to watch the anchor line slip overboard, there are also controls at the helm. As for the previously mentioned hatch, she has two of these, one on either side of the windlass. The lockers are spacious and have gas assisted cylinders to lift and hold open their hatches. You can always tell when a been there done that boater has been in on the design. As with this boat, it has a wash down faucet located in the rope locker for cleaning the anchor before being brought onboard. Just forward of the port rope locker was a remote control search light with double bulbs for additional power and light. There were two large smoked glass hatches on the foredeck in addition to two stainless steel handrails with a roomy sunning pad made to fit between; the ladies will love it.

Moving aft on either side of the raked aluminum windshield were comfortably wide decks with ample stainless steel handrails. The lower center windshield opens and closes remotely and does a good job allowing air into the helm area. Well protected behind the windshield is the console and helm. From radar to GPS this baby is dressed to kill. Most of these fancy electronics are options, but you can equip yours as you please. The console is well laid out with rocker switches and large, easy to read gauges. The dash and console are a series of curves and angles that creates not only a very functional control center, but an eye pleaser as well. Wisely, Sea Ray has separated the throttles and transmission on either side of the adjustable helm. This test vessel was equipped with a full canvas enclosure that really helped on the day we tested the boat, a bit cold and raw.

When following the 340 out of harbor, the 44 seemed to gain so quickly that I kept checking the GPS to see just how fast she moved at idle. She was doing seven mph at idle with both engines ahead. This is not a problem but something to keep in mind when in a busy marina. Just alternate engines so only one is in gear the majority of time with the other in neutral. As for her handling at speed (up on plane) it was not very responsive. I tried to get her into a gunwale turn and it just wasnt going to happen. This gal needs turning room. What Im really saying is that she looks great and runs like a sport boat but handles like a 45-foot motor yacht.

I found power to be a bit soft in the low end when doing the 0 to 30 mph sprints. But hang onto something at about 1800 rpm because the turbos kick in and she really rocks. All this power came from a pair of big six cylinder Cummins diesels fitted to ZF, V drives and transmissions. As for the engine room, it was a bit tight between the engines, but access was relatively good to all areas. The engine room hatch is the whole cockpit area and I mean all of it. Needless to say, electric power is needed to open such a large hatch but there is near full-beam access once opened. This test boat had a Glendinning synchronizer installed, also an option.

The aft cockpit was definitely party central, having a plush wrap around seating arrangement on the starboard side. But to really make it complete, a wet bar is installed on the port side with an icemaker below. Getting to the oversized swim platform is easy for this area through the wide transom door. The transom cleverly has a storage locker built in that you can get to from the swim platform with just about enough room to climb in and shut the hatch behind you. So no more dragging lines and fenders through the cockpit, everything is out of the water and out of sight. Theres also a handy place for shore power cords, phone cords, skis, and boogie boards as well.

Down below, the continental influence is seen in the beautifully curved wood cabinets and plush leather furnishings. There are sleeping accommodations for six in three separate compartments, not bad for her size. Forward, is a large berth with storage below and richly finished cabinets. This master stateroom has its own head on the port side and totally separate shower compartment on the starboard side. There is also a hanging locker, entertainment center, hatch and portholes not to mention loads of storage in draws. Aft are the salon and galley areas just loaded with rich wood and soft leather. A beautiful couch on the port side has a long graceful curve and thick padding but wait, the seat pulls out to reveal two additional cushions and fillers boards that makes for a full size comfortable bed for two. The galley on the opposite side has all sorts of curved wood and solid surface counters along with an entertainment center not to mention all the appliances found in a very well equipped kitchen.

Just aft of the galley and on the other side of two wooden siding doors was the second head. It was smaller but still had a shower and a drain in the fiberglass molded sole (floor). This head is part of the aft stateroom that is also an entertaining area with a plush leather L-shaped couch that easily converts into a great bed for two more. It has its own head and entertainment center with TV/VCR.

In the salon was a very large sky light with shade that just flooded the area with tons of natural light. Forward was a hatch that did the same for the master stateroom. This particular boat was equipped with a built-in vacuum cleaning system located below the companion way stairs to the cockpit.

Quite a vessel all in all. Just looking at her profile gives you the indication of style and grace not to mention speed, and she has that for sure. She has big open areas, like her cockpit, which are usually only found on larger vessels. Here is uncluttered comfort with plenty of room to move around and not step over each other with style and curved lines at every turn. All this and the time tested quality of Sea Raywhat could be better?(BoatTest)

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St. Petersburg, Russia

Klaipeda, Lithuania

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Valencia, Spain

Le Havre, France

Athens, Greece

Izmir, Turkey

Istanbul, Turkey

Delivery to Asia, South America, and Central America,

and other destinations is also available. We are licensed and bonded by

the Federal Maritime Commission as an NVOCC meaning that we have

in-house control of shipping with exclusive contracts which means no

middlemen i.e. very competitive shipping prices.We offer competitive rates on nationwide delivery to your door. Please contact us for an immediate quote.

EUROPEAN CUSTOMERS. PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DETAILS ABOUT

CE-CERTIFICATION

TERMS & CONDITIONS

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Deposit of $1,000 isrequiredwithin 2 days from end of auction. If you are planning to finance the boat, youMUSTpre- qualifybeforebidding. Boat sold as is where is and must be paid in full and funds available in our accounts within 7 days from end of auction. For Florida residents we collect sales tax and tag/title/registration fee of $350. Items are listed locally and internationally and we reserve the right to end listings early with or without bids. All boats are sold as is where is. Inspect BEFORE bidding. All boats located in Pompano Beach, FL 33060. We ship worldwide please contact for freight quote.

Payment methods:$1,000 deposit within 2 days of closing of auction. Balance should be paid within 7 days and must clear our accounts prior to boat leaving our store.

Shipping:Nationwide delivery is available as well as shipping worldwide. Please contact us for quotes on shipping.

Contact:Boats International, Inc. 771 W Atlantic Blvd. Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Phone: +1.phone or email

Welcome toBoats International Group!

Headquartered in Pompano Beach Florida, Boats International Group is the operating enterprise behind the following brand names:

BOATS INTERNATIONAL BOATS.DE(Boats International, Inc.) AAA-rated boat dealership located in the heart of the Fort Lauderdale metropolitan area the undisputed Yachting Capital of the World. With close to an acre of prime real-estate showroom just off South Floridas main artery I-95 and with easy access to the Intra-Coastal Waterway, the boat dealership displays a wide variety of brand name powerboats such as Sea Ray, Regal, Chaparral, and Monterey.

Boats International carries predominantly new, pre-owned, and trade-in powerboats and cabin cruisers in inventory. The company recently doubled its showroom capacity which paved way for the introduction of the in-house brokerage & consignment division all under one roof. Larger vessels and yachts are docked with direct Intracoastal access for easy showings and sea-trials.

BOATEXPORT.COM(boatexport.com, inc.) U.S. premiere provider of boat & yacht export solutions for domestic and international buyers & sellers. Boatexport.com is a full-service export company that is licensed by the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) as a Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC). Boatexport.com has exclusive shipping contracts with some of the worlds largest shipping lines and offers competitive rates on RORO-shipping of boats & yachts worldwide.

BOATLOGISTIC.COM(Boat Logistic, Inc.) Domestic & Continental transport facilitator that provides aggressive rates on inland road transports of boats & yachts. Boat Logistics offers competitive pricing on pre-export and pre-transport preparation of boats & yachts including shrink-wrapping service, shipping cradle construction, CE-certification (through Germanischer Lloyd and CEproof), as well as fumigation of vessels/cradles and de-gassing of refrigerants to comply with international import regulations.

Importing a Boat to Australia

We have some of the best rates for RORO-shipping to Australia in the U.S. and we serve the ports of Brisbane, Adelaide, Port Kembla, Fremantle, and Melbourne. Whether you are a repeat customer or a first-time buyer, heres a few tips and reminders about buying, shipping, and importing boats and yachts to Australia from the U.S.

Finding the right boat.Buying a boat from another country often means dealing with people that you never met or dealt with in the past. Theres tons of free classified ads and Craigs list-type re-advertisers on the internet with deals just too good to be true. If it sounds too good, then, youd guessed it, it probably is a scam.

Do your research. Be realistic. Partner up with a Pro (like us).

We suggest you deal with us. Each week we get shipping, export, and certification inquiries from some of the countrys well respected marine dealers. We work in close cooperation with country-wide brand name retailers such as Marinemax and with the brand stores of Regal, Chaparral, Monterey, Bayliner, Larson just to mention a few.

We are a fully licensed Non Vessel Operating Common Carrier by the Federal Maritime Commission and as such we operate our own in-house shipping company. We have exclusive contracts with some of the largest steamship companies in the world. As one of the rather few NVOCCs we have the authority to buy and resell space on ocean-going cargo ships and issue our own bills of lading. What does this mean for you? As an individual? Well, by contacting us directly you are likely to save considerable time and money by dealing directly with the contract holder (as opposed to a string of middlemen).

Buying a boat directly from us or through our brokerage divisionBoats International, Inc. is our own in-house discount boat dealership. We buy bulk trade-ins from the big retailers but we also buy from banks and individuals as well. For the past 20+ years our focus have been to absorb distressed inventory and floor-plan boats from cash-strapped dealers and resell these locally and overseas. As we now are completing our store expansion project (September, 2011) we will be able to take on even more inventory then in the past and also have space over to showcase brokerage and consignment boats.

Most of our international buyers rely on our reputation and expertise as a key player on the U.S. domestic and international boat market and they seek our help to source the boat(s) that they seek. If we do not have what they seek in stock well be sure to find it through our network of dealers and banks for the right money.

Whether your buying a stock boat from us or one from another dealer we are well equipped to assist you with every step from inspection to final delivery of your boat or yacht to Australia. For example we can help you or your client with:

Finding a Boat or Yachtthat meets (or exceeds) your requirements in terms of condition, equipment, and of course price

Negotiate the Deal(including but not limited to title searches, accident reports, previous owner status, etc)

Survey & Physical Inspection(we have a longstanding partnership with a number of accredited marine surveyors, mechanics, and experts in most regions of the country)

Closing the Dealwe often act as intermediary for international buyers as most of our overseas clients prefer only to work with one turn-key partner

Pre-shipping Logisticsonce the deal is done and the boat paid for we assist in coordinating haul-outs, marina loadings, boat ramp pickups and inland U.S. land transport/trucking through our in-house logistics company Boatlogistic.com, Inc.

Pre-Export Preparation Sanitation, Fumigation, De-gassing of refrigerants.Australia has (as you probably know already) very specific and strict import restrictions for boats and vessels. The governing body is the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS) which is part of the Australian Governments Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. Depending on the geographical location of the boat and the required preparation of the vessel we can either prepare the boat for export to Australia while underway, or we can have it completed at our marina in Pompano Beach, Florida.

Australian Shipping Services Teamour Australian Shipping Services Team assist with Sanitize boats & yachts prior to port delivery AQIS will stop all boats that are dirty and soiled to check for insect/parasite infestations

Fumigation of boats and cradle according to AQIS-standard (Methyl Bromide 3.0 lbs / 1,000 cubic feet / 24 hrs) De-gassing of

Air-conditioning Systems (AC) Refrigeration HVAC HFC HCFC Providing HVAC Customs Certification

With our certificates our customer are NOT REQUIRED to obtain the otherwise very expensive Australian import licenses.

Trailer Import Permit AssistanceThe Australian Governments Department of Infrastructure and Transport requires that all imported boat trailers have an Import Approval. You can read more about the approval at the Departments website or you can download the .pdf-application Import a Small Road Trailer here.

Import Duties and Goods and Services Tax (GST)If youre buying a US-made boat, according to the United States-Australia Free Trade Agreement, you arent required to pay the 5% duty (as well supply the required waiver forms). You must, however pay 10% GST on all costs associated with the purchase of the the boat, ocean freight, duty, wharf charges, customs broker fees, and destination port fees..

ISPM-15 No Worries Mate We Fumigate All Wooden Cradles & Provide Proof of FumigationInternational Standards For Phytosanitary Measures No. 15 (ISPM 15) is an International Phytosanitary Measure developed by the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) that directly addresses the need to treat wood materials of a thickness greater than 6mm, used to ship products between countries. Its main purpose is to prevent the international transport and spread of disease and insects that could negatively affect plants or ecosystems. ISPM 15 affects all wood packaging material (pallets, crates, dunnages, etc.) requiring that they be debarked and then heat treated or fumigated with methyl bromide and stamped or branded,[1] with a mark of compliance. This mark of compliance is colloquially known as the wheat stamp. Products exempt from the ISPM 15 are made from alternative material, like paper, plastic or wood panel products (i.e. OSB, hardboard, and plywood).Customs Broker Fees & Destination Charges in AustraliaTheres tons of websites out there claiming to be the know-it-all for import questions concerning boats & yachts to Australia. Fortunately, we are not one of them. While we can recommend quite a few competent companies in Australia it is ultimately up to you to pick a customs partner in your home port. As is true for all facets of our business we believe that there are no shortcuts to sustained success in business (or life for that matter). That said we recommend that you seek the advice of an Australian Customs Broker who is licensed by the Customs Brokers and Forwarders Council of Australia Inc CBFCA-Australia Website to inquire about recent legal and import changes pertaining to your planned import.