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2009-10-15 12:59:51 | 126 views | 0 Comments

BOAT REVIEW

Malibu Boats calls the Sunscape 247 LSV the “limo” in their lineup. With sleek lines, luxurious amenities and a cab-forward design that creates a reported 30 percent more lounge acreage than other ski boats in its class, it lives up to the nickname. Families looking for a comfortable day cruiser with performance wakes will appreciate the 126 cubic feet of carpeted storage, built-in 120-quart cooler that separates food from drinks and a hull designed to tame rough water for a smoother, safer ride.

INSIDE THE BOAT

High-quality ingredients like 38-ounce Duraguard upholstery, 5-inch bolsters and a walkover transom make this boat crowd-friendly. Bow seating comes standard with a filler cushion, two-way speakers and stainless grab rails. Drivers will dig the supportive, swivel seat and convenient LCD controls.

BEHIND THE BOAT

This luxurious family V-drive offers a nice balance of wake potential. While open-water skiers can enjoy laid-back sets at longer line lengths, the real action takes place when you fill the optional ballast tanks and deploy the optional Malibu Power Wedge. The wake is really sweet for wakeboarding and wakesurfing.

SPECS

Dry Weight: 3,900 lb.
Standard Engine: Hammerhead 383 6.2L, 400 hp
Storage: 126 cu. ft.
Passengers: 16
Load Cap.: 2,400 lb.
Fuel Cap.: 87 gal.
Ballast: N/A

BEST FEATURES

1. MaliView: The slick new digital control center is one option we wouldn’t consider “optional.”
2. Smart Sound System: The standard Rockford Fosgate rig offers 2 gigabytes of song storage.
3. Sport Seating: Optional twin captain’s chairs mean no seating jealousy from the observer.

TEST MEASUREMENTS

Length: 24 ft. 7 in.
Beam: 102 in.
Bow Width: 61 in.
Bow Length: 68 in.
Floor to Tower: 73 in.
Gunwale Height: 30 in.
Main Lounge: 90 sq. ft.
Sun Pad: 26 sq. ft.
Platform: 11 sq. ft.