Distinct Quality

There are many reasons why the center console has become so popular among anglers and leisure boaters alike, but one aspect that stands out among all other features is the versatility of the boats. Orientation of the helm in the middle of the vessel means that the boat can be used as a fishing vessel providing 360-degree fishability for anglers and their guests. Fishability is maximized by the ability to house multiple fish boxes in either the seats, transom, or deck along with live bait wells and updated tackle stations.

Leisure boaters will enjoy the multiple seating configurations for the vessels along with the ability to house options such as summer kitchens, table inserts, and full head compartments on the larger vessels. To add to the versatility of center consoles, manufacturers have begun integrating full cabins complete with full-size berths and storage into the boats in addition to the available head.

Engine Options

Center consoles are powered by outboard engines, such Yamaha or Mercury. Outboard engine options include single all the way up to quint engines with speeds up to 90mph on some of the more performance-driven models; such as the HCB 53 Suenos top speed. Engine options and horsepower can be limited by the length of the boat, but with LOAs ranging from 13’ to 65’, now with the new HCB 65 Estrella,  it is easy to find the perfect configuration and length for the needs of any avid boater.

About the Top

Tops for the center console come in two varieties. Most commonly, the top will be the hard T-top variety. This option provides maximum protection from the sun and elements for both the guests as well as the electrical components of the helm. Hardtops can last for the life of the boat with proper maintenance.

Some models maintain a canvas top option. These tops can come in a range of colors, adding personality to the vessel, and are much cheaper than the hardtop, but there are downsides as well. After a few seasons of use, canvas tops can crack from the weather and without proper storage may only last for a few seasons.

Center Console Brands

The basic structure of a center console boat for sale will remain constant across most brands, but there are some distinct differences depending on the brand. Some brands are marketed toward the higher-end buyer and feature luxury options for the interior while others focus more on a utilitarian style.

• 33rd Strike Group
• Belzona Marine
• Bluewater Sportsfishing Boats
• Boston Whaler
• Carolina Skiff
• Century Boats
• Chris-Craft
• Cigarette
• Cobia Boats
• Concept Boats
• Contender Boats
• Crevalle Boats
• Deep Impact Boats
• EdgeWater Power Boats
• Everglades Boats
• Grady-White Boats
• Hydra Sports Custom
• HCB Yachts
• Intrepid Powerboats
• Invincible Boats
• Jupiter Marine International
• Livingston Boats
• MAKO
• Midnight Express Powerboats
• Pacific Skiffs
• Pathfinder Boats
• Pursuit Boats
• Ranger Aluminum
• Regulator Marine
• Robalo Boats
• Sailfish Boats
• Scout Boats
• Sea Chaser
• Sea Vee Boats
• SeaHunter Boats
• Sportsman
• Striper Boats
• Triumph Boats
• Wellcraft
• World Cat
• Zodiac

Prices for center console boats for sale start at around $30,000 and because most of the options will not change from one season to the next, great deals on high-end center consoles are found on the pre-owned market. Always make Vessel Vendor your first stop when shopping for any style of boat to maximize your overall value.

Looking for Center Console Boats for Sale?

Choosing what type of boat to purchase is an important decision, but just as important is the choice of where to purchase your next boat. When searching for center console boats for sale, you are sure to have many choices, but not all sites offer the same benefits. It is always best to go directly to the top resource for boats to purchase and in Florida, that is Vessel Vendor.

We maintain an extensive inventory of available crafts of all designs and our inventory is always being updated with more models. Vessel Vendor keeps listers coming back again and again because we understand the value of seller’s ROI. On our site, boats are easily posted through an uncomplicated self-posting platform and sellers are able to see more of their profits with the cheapest posting fees of any comparable site.

Have questions and having difficulty finding credible answers? Vessel Vendor can help with that too. Our site is not just a place to buy and sell boats. We offer an expanding library of articles pertaining to all aspects of the boating industry. Boat reviews, boating tips, comparison articles, and many more educational tools are easily accessible on Vessel Vendor.

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