2006 Azure 228 Boat in Sarasota, FL 34236 US

LAKE LANIER LEGEND FOR UNDER $12K!

2006 Azure 228 Bowrider | V8 Power | Freshwater Only | Includes Trailer

If you're looking for the cleanest, best-maintained boat under $12,000, stop scrolling. Seriously. This may be the best bang-for-the-buck boat on the internet.

Why This Azure Is Different

✅ Freshwater-use-only vessel

✅ Only 369 original hours

✅ 5.0L MerCruiser V8 (305 cubic inches)

✅ Includes trailer

✅ Dry-stack stored its entire life

✅ Two-owner boat

✅ Lake Lanier boat since new

✅ Religiously serviced

✅ Massive oversized swim platform everyone loves

✅ Bimini top included

✅ Deep-V hull that rides beautifully in rough water

The Story Behind The Boat

I purchased this boat from my Service Director at Toyota when he was trading it toward a new Crownline. Before it ever hit the dealership lot, I bought it sight unseen.

My thought was simple:

"Who better to buy a used boat from than a guy whose entire career revolves around maintenance and service?"

I took over his dry-stack storage at Habersham Marina and have enjoyed every minute with this boat on Lake Lanier.

Now I've relocated to Sarasota and my boating interests have shifted toward offshore fishing. As much as I love this Azure, I need less comfort and more room for fish guts.

Recent Maintenance & Upgrades

New starter

New hydraulic trim pump

Cooling hoses replaced

Fresh impeller

Serviced and ready for the water

$1,500 upgraded stainless-steel propeller

Concert-On-The-Water Stereo

This boat is equipped with an incredible $6,000 stereo system that sounds absolutely amazing. Whether you're cruising, anchoring in a cove, or hanging out at the sandbar, you'll have the soundtrack covered.

My Favorite Feature

The gigantic oversized swim platform.

Seriously.

People end up spending half the day sitting on it with their feet in the water. It's the feature that gets the most compliments every single outing.

About The Interior

A few months ago, I replaced the three rear seats because the originals were beginning to crack. The replacement color isn't a perfect match, but I'd much rather have clean, comfortable seats than cracked originals.

A Rare Opportunity

Azure boats don't come up for sale often. When they do, they typically sell anywhere from $20,000 to $50,000 depending on condition and equipment.

This is your chance to own one for less than $12,000.

The Azure brand was created by former Crownline executives, and anyone who has compared the two side-by-side can see the quality and craftsmanship similarities immediately.

Perfect For:

☀️ Family lake days

Sandbar hopping

Cruising

Entertaining friends

Sunset rides

Watersports

Fair Warning

If you come see it, there's a very good chance you'll buy it.

Bring your spouse, your mechanic, your boating buddy, or all three. I have nothing to hide and would encourage inspections.

Current registration in hand.

Message me for additional photos, videos, and a walkaround.