An expensive, high-performance speed boat is easily some of the most fun that you can have out on the water. While these boats are smaller and offer less features than larger mega-yachts, in terms of performance they cannot be matched. Speed boats are essentially the supercars of the water, and if you want to go fast on the ocean, then you’ve got to pick one up for yourself. Now while everyone tells you that boats are bad investments, they still are incredibly enjoyable and are a worthwhile purchase if you live near a body of water and can afford one. So we are going to take a look at the top ten most expensive speed boats that are out there on the market.
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10. The Chris-Craft Silver Bullet – $76,000
The Silver Bullet is a 20-foot vessel from the company Chris-Craft and it is a fairly standard speed boat. The boat not only looks really good, but it performs pretty well thanks to its large engine from Volvo that allows it to reach speeds of 60mph on the water. This American boat is also fairly limited as they company is only producing just 150 units in total.
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9. The MasterCraft x46 – $114,940
The MasterCraft x46 is all about performance and speed, as it is primarily used for water sports like wake boarding or waterskiing. The boat comes in at 24-feet in length and it can fit 15 people in total. Depending on what you choose, there are a variety of different engines that can come with the boat, however the base engine is a Ilmor 6.0 liter V8 that offers 382hp. This boat is all about having fun, and it certainly excels at that.
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8. The Formula 310 FX5 – $149,999 – $199,999
The 310 FX5 is a 31-foot speed boat that combines performance with relative levels of comfort and luxury. While the main focus is speed, there is also an interior cabin that you can relax in. While the MasterCraft x46 is just solely about power and fun, the 310 FX5 is a more balanced ship in terms of features, however it does cost a bit more and there are a few configurations that you can get.
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7. The Tiara 3100 Coronet – $300,00 – $500,000
Offering many different configurations at a variety of price points, the Tiara 3100 Coronet is the next speed boat that we are going to look at. This is another performance boat that also offers good levels of comfort and it can accommodate 10 people in total. The boat is powered either by two Crusader 6.0L Gas engines or two Volvo D6 Diesel engines that offer 375hp and 330hp respectively.
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6. The Regal 42 Sport Coupe – $564,000
At 42-feet in length, the Regal 42 Sport Coupe is a fairly large speed boat that is designed for performance, comfort, and as a reasonable means of transport. The boat comes with either two Volvo D4 Diesel IPS engines that offer 600hp or two Volvo D6 Diesel IPS engines that offer 740hp; either way, this boat is fast. Since the boat is larger than others, it has more room for people to relax in and even has a spot to sunbathe on.
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5. The Sabre 42 Salon Express – $640,000
Handmade in Maine, Sabre Yachts produces a range of quality aquatic vehicles and the 42 Salon Express is next up on our list. Part speed boat, part mini-yacht, the 42 Salon Express has much to offer users and it can accommodate six people in total. The boat also has a small bar, two staterooms, a TV, and more. The 42 Salon Express is also fairly fast due to the large Cummins QSB engine.
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4. The Cruiser 48 Cantius – $800,000
From Cruiser Yachts, the 48 Cantius is an ultra-premium speed boat that is luxurious, powerful, and comfortable. We are now at the point in our list where the speed boats are also mini-yachts, and the 48 Cantius is certainly that with its two bedrooms, a kitchen, and a small living room. The boat has either twin Volvo Diesel 500 IPS engines that offer 375hp or twin Volvo Diesel 600 IPS engines that deliver 435hp.
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3. The Tiara 4300 Open – $900,000 – $1 million
From Tiara Yachts, the 4300 Open is a truly exceptional speed boat that comes in at 43-feet or 45-feet depending on the model. The boat is spacious and powerful and has an interior cockpit that is complete with a lounge, a small bar, and plenty of storage room. Powered be either two Cummins QSC Diesel engines that offer 600hp or two CAT C13 ACERT Diesel engines that offer 715hp, the 4300 Open is fast and powerful.
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2. The Azimut 48 – $1.1 million
The Azimut 48 is a extremely large and luxurious boat that has much to offer those that can afford the premium price tag. The boat has two decks, 3 bedrooms, and a range of premium features. This is the perfect yacht for those that want to embark on a weekend getaway in the Caribbean as you can comfortably live on it for an extended period. All in all, this is a solid speed boat.
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1. The Sea Ray 540 Sundancer – $1.8 million
The 540 Sundancer is an extremely popular boat and it is also extremely expensive at $1.8 million dollars. The boat comes in at 55-feet in length and its powered by the ultra-powerful Cummins MerCruiser QSM11-715 engine that offers 1430hp in total. This is the Pagani Huayra of boats. It can fit six people in total, and it has a large and spacious interior complete with all the comforts you’d expect a boat like this to have. But above all else, it is insanely fast and powerful.
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