HydraSport Custom Boat Manufacturer Sold to the Largest HydraSport Dealership

HydraSport Owner changed to Dealership

HydraSport is known for their customizations and for their level of detail to creating boats which maximize comfort and leisure. As such, the boats offered by HydraSport have a definitive target market. And while the market on vessels has not diminished over the years, it has become more competitive. That is why in 2012 the company was sold to Plantation boats. The selling of the company was a strategic move by HydraSports to ensure that the company would have stability and the ability to create custom crafts for years to come. Here are a few things which benifitted Hydra Sport boats when it was purchased by Plantation Boat Mart.

HydraSport Owner transfer was given to the #1 HydraSport Distributor

It made sense that the acquisition of the HydraSport Custom boats would go to a company who has interest in selling the vessels. Plantation boats is the #1 distributor of Hydrasport custom boats in the world. This being the case, the company felt confident that Plantation Boat Mart would take up the mantle and continue to offer the products. They have done so and HydraSport has remained a top contender in the custom boat marketplace. In addition to the company continuing their legacy of being the top distributor in the world, by becoming the HydraSport Owner, Plantation Boat Mark was able to bring financial stability, minimizing the risk that HydraSport would need to merge with another manufacturer or distributor in the future.

The Unofficial Test Center becomes the official test center

While the name Plantation Boat Mart may not be familiar to boat enthusiast, does not mean that they have not been present in the boating industry. The company has acted on behalf of HydraSports for the past 17 years as the unofficial factory testing center. The center, located in Palm Beach Gardens, is now the official factory testing site. And while this is just a shift from having the test run by a third party to being run by the HydraSport Owner, there is some comfort in knowing that the tests have been conducted by the same facility for 17 years and that the testing is not going to a new facility where new protocols and procedures would be put into place.

Purchased by those who love boats

Floridians will know that the purchase of HydraSport Custom Boats by the largest distributor of Hydra Sport boats is from a company who loves boats. Plantation Boat Mart has been the host of the annual Hydra Sport Custom owners tournament, the Miami International Show, the Fort Lauderdale International Show, and the Palm Beach International Show for the past 17 years. Additionally, the company has been the host of the Bimni blast for the past decade.

What does this mean for the future of HydraSports and for Hydra Sport Owners?

The purchase of the company was done 5 years ago and the company has remained strong. The only thing which could be attributed to a negative is that the manufacturer and the ownership names do not match which may cause some confusion when trying to track down the appropriate department to contact. Other than that, the company has already shown that they are HydraSport oriented as they are the leader in sales worldwide, the company tests the boats, and the owners log thousands upon thousands of hours with engineers and designers. In all, the boats that you own will continue to be the best in the industry, they will continue to be made to a high standard, and because the HydraSport Owner is fiscally stable, they will continue to be in existence.

It is possible that due to the accusation of the company that the price margins may shift downward slightly. However, the shift will not be substantial. Those looking to find a deal on a HydraSport would be best to seek out a pre-owned vessel.

There is a possibility that the HydraSport Logo may change to state that it is a Plantation Boat Mart Company, but this would be the equivalent of Marvel stating that it is Owned by Disney (which it is). The brand is established and so the byline is not going to have much effect on the sales and the distribution.

Can you still purchase custom boats?

Yes, you can still purchase custom boats from HydraSport Customs. Those seeking a HydraSport Custom boat can also find HydraSport Owners who are looking to sell their vessel on Vessel Vendor. Vessel Vendor offers a large selection of boats from boat enthusiasts as well as boat reviews, location pages, manufacturer information, and more. Should you wish to find out more about HydraSport, or if you have a HydraSport boat for sale and wish to list the boat with Vessel Vendor, please contact Vessel Vendor through the appropriate form on the site.