1998 Maxum 2300 SC Boat in Sterling Heights, MI 48313 US
Built in 1998
2300 SC
1 Engine (MERCRUISER)
23 feet
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Fiberglass/Reinforced
1998 MAXUM 2300 SC CUDDY CABIN - MERCRUISER 5.0L V8 220 HP - TANDEM AXLE TRAILER INCLUDED!GRAND POINTE MARINA - USED BOAT SPECIAL!
SALE PRICE: $8,950 - BOAT, MOTOR & TANDEM AXLE TRAILER INCLUDED!
AFFORDABLE 23-FOOT CUDDY CABIN CRUISER WITH OVERNIGHT SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS, PRIVATE HEAD, BIMINI TOP & V8 POWER!
Looking for an affordable family boat that offers the excitement of a sport boat with the comfort and convenience of a small cruiser? Check out this 1998 Maxum 2300 SC Cuddy Cabin, powered by a MerCruiser 5.0L V8 220 HP stern drive engine!
This versatile 23-foot Maxum delivers an excellent combination of performance, spacious cockpit seating, overnight accommodations, and practical cruising amenities. Whether you're enjoying an afternoon on the lake, entertaining friends, swimming, tubing, or spending a weekend aboard, the Maxum 2300 SC is designed to do it all.
Featuring an attractive burgundy fiberglass hull, comfortable cockpit seating, enclosed cuddy cabin with sleeping quarters, private bathroom compartment with portable toilet, and a Bimini top for shade, this boat offers exceptional versatility at an affordable price.
BEST OF ALL - A TANDEM AXLE BOAT TRAILER IS INCLUDED IN THE $8,950 SALE PRICE!
BOAT HIGHLIGHTS
Year: 1998
Manufacturer: Maxum
Model: 2300 SC Sport Cuddy
Boat Type: Cuddy Cabin / Sport Cruiser
Length: Approximately 23 feet
Beam: Approximately 8 feet 6 inches
Hull Color: Burgundy
Hull Construction: Fiberglass Deep-V
Engine: MerCruiser 5.0L V8
Horsepower: 220 HP
Drive System: Inboard/Outboard Sterndrive
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Fuel Capacity: Approximately 70 gallons
Sleeping Accommodations: Convertible V-Berth
Bathroom: Enclosed Head Compartment with Porta-Potti
Canvas: Bimini Top
Trailer: Tandem Axle Trailer Included
Condition: Pre-Owned
SALE PRICE: $8,950
POWER & PERFORMANCE - MERCRUISER 5.0L V8 - 220 HP
This Maxum is equipped with a MerCruiser 5.0-liter V8 gasoline engine producing 220 horsepower, providing the power needed for family cruising, watersports, and exploring Michigan's inland lakes and larger waterways.
Engine & Mechanical Features:
MerCruiser 5.0L V8 gasoline marine engine
220 horsepower
Inboard/outboard sterndrive propulsion
Power trim and tilt system
Remote throttle and shift controls
Marine engine compartment ventilation
Electric bilge pump
Full helm instrumentation
Fuel level gauge
Engine temperature gauge
Oil pressure gauge
Voltmeter
Tachometer
Speedometer
Trim position indicator
Engine safety shutoff system
The V8 engine provides a desirable combination of torque and performance, making this boat suitable for recreational cruising, pulling water toys, and enjoying time on the water.
CUDDY CABIN - OVERNIGHT SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS
ONE OF THE BIGGEST ADVANTAGES OF THE MAXUM 2300 SC IS ITS SPACIOUS CUDDY CABIN!
Unlike a traditional open bowrider, this boat offers an enclosed cabin below deck where you can relax, escape the weather, store your belongings, or spend the night.
Cabin Features:
Enclosed cuddy cabin with forward sleeping area
Convertible V-berth sleeping accommodations
Cushioned lounge seating
Sleeping space for approximately two adults
Cabin privacy from the main cockpit
Cabin ventilation through deck hatch
Interior cabin lighting
Storage compartments for personal belongings
Convenient cabin access from cockpit
The convertible cabin arrangement provides a comfortable place to relax during the day and sleeping accommodations for overnight adventures.
Perfect for couples who want to enjoy weekend boating without purchasing a much larger cruiser!
PRIVATE BATHROOM / HEAD COMPARTMENT
A GREAT FEATURE NOT FOUND ON MANY BOATS IN THIS PRICE RANGE!
This Maxum includes an enclosed bathroom/head compartment equipped with a portable marine toilet.
Bathroom Features:
Dedicated enclosed head compartment
Portable marine toilet (Porta-Potti)
Convenient onboard restroom facilities
Additional privacy for passengers
Ideal for longer boating excursions
Eliminates the need to return to the marina for every restroom break
Having an onboard head is a tremendous convenience for families, children, and guests spending an entire day on the water.
SPACIOUS COCKPIT & ENTERTAINMENT AREA
The Maxum 2300 SC features a comfortable cockpit layout designed for entertaining family and friends while providing convenient access to the water.
Cockpit Features & Standard Model Equipment:
Captain's bucket-style helm seat
Comfortable passenger seating
Back-to-back passenger seating arrangement
Convertible passenger sun-lounge arrangement
Full-width aft bench seating
Wraparound windshield
Walk-through windshield access to forward deck
Ergonomic helm station
Tilt steering wheel
Woodgrain-style instrument panel
Convenient beverage holders
Cockpit storage compartments
Marine-grade upholstered seating
Cockpit carpeting
Stainless steel and marine-grade deck hardware
The combination of cockpit seating and the enclosed cuddy cabin provides separate areas for entertaining, relaxing, and sleeping.
BIMINI TOP - ADDED COMFORT & SHADE
INCLUDED BIMINI TOP!
This boat comes equipped with a Bimini top, an excellent feature for sunny summer days.
Bimini Top Benefits:
Provides shade over the cockpit
Helps protect passengers from direct sunlight
Makes extended cruising more comfortable
Provides shade while anchored or relaxing
Folding design for convenient storage
Adds comfort during hot Michigan summers
SWIM PLATFORM & WATER ACCESS
The Maxum 2300 SC is designed for enjoying the water, whether you're swimming, tubing, or relaxing at your favorite anchorage.
Standard Model Features:
Integrated aft swim platform
Boarding ladder
Convenient access to the water
Aft transom storage compartment
Non-skid deck surfaces
Deep-V hull design for confident handling
The aft swim platform provides a convenient staging area for swimming and watersports.
TANDEM AXLE TRAILER - INCLUDED!
NO NEED TO PURCHASE A SEPARATE TRAILER!
This boat includes a tandem axle boat trailer, allowing you to transport the boat to different lakes, launch ramps, and boating destinations.
Trailer Features:
Tandem axle configuration
Four-wheel trailer layout
Boat hull support system
Trailer winch and bow stop
Trailer tongue and coupler
Safety chain connections
Trailer lighting system
Designed for transporting a boat of this size
A tandem axle configuration provides improved weight distribution and towing stability compared with a single axle trailer of similar capacity.
BOAT + MERCRUISER V8 ENGINE + TANDEM AXLE TRAILER = ONLY $8,950!
FACTORY STANDARD EQUIPMENT & INCLUDED FEATURES
The Maxum 2300 SC was designed as a premium sport cuddy cruiser, offering a range of amenities commonly associated with larger boats.
Hull & Deck:
Deep-V fiberglass hull construction
Fiberglass deck and cockpit liner
Bow railing
Walk-through windshield
Anchor storage area
Stainless steel marine hardware
Integrated swim platform
Boarding ladder
Aft storage compartments
Helm & Cockpit:
Captain's helm seat
Passenger lounge seating
Rear bench seating
Tilt steering
Engine instrumentation
Cockpit beverage holders
Storage compartments
Marine upholstery
Cockpit carpeting
Cabin & Accommodations:
Enclosed cuddy cabin
Convertible sleeping berth
Cushioned cabin seating
Cabin storage
Cabin ventilation hatch
Cabin lighting
Compact galley-style sink area
Cooler storage area
Portable marine toilet
Mechanical & Electrical:
MerCruiser V8 propulsion
Sterndrive system
Power trim and tilt
Marine battery electrical system
Navigation lighting
Bilge pump
Engine blower
Horn
Helm gauges
Standard equipment descriptions are based on published Maxum 2300 SC model information. Individual equipment and operating condition should be verified on this used boat.
INSTALLED EQUIPMENT & ACCESSORY VALUE GUIDE
The following are estimated replacement or comparable accessory values, not verified original 1998 factory option prices. These items are included in the advertised boat package and are not additional charges.
Equipment / FeatureEstimated ValueTandem Axle Boat Trailer$2,500-$4,500Bimini Top with Frame$600-$1,000Portable Marine Toilet$150-$250Cuddy Cabin Sleeping Cushions$500-$900Swim Ladder$150-$300
These estimated accessory values are provided for general comparison only and are not added to the $8,950 sale price. The cuddy cabin, head arrangement, and swim access are part of the model's original design rather than necessarily being extra-cost factory options.
APPROXIMATE BOAT SPECIFICATIONSSpecificationDetailsManufacturerMaxumModel2300 SCModel Year1998Boat TypeCuddy CabinHull MaterialFiberglassHull DesignDeep-VLength OverallApprox. 23'-23'11"BeamApprox. 8'6"Dry WeightApprox. 4,188 lbs.Fuel CapacityApprox. 70 GallonsFreshwater CapacityApprox. 10 GallonsEngine ManufacturerMerCruiserEngine Displacement5.0L V8Engine Horsepower220 HPPropulsionSterndriveFuelGasolineSleeping CapacityApprox. 2HeadPortable ToiletHull ColorBurgundyTrailerTandem Axle - IncludedWHY BUY THIS MAXUM 2300 SC?
Finding an affordable 23-foot boat that combines V8 performance, comfortable cockpit seating, a private bathroom, overnight sleeping accommodations, and a tandem axle trailer can be difficult.
This Maxum offers many of the features buyers look for in a weekend cruiser without the expense of purchasing a much larger boat.
GREAT FOR:
Family boating and cruising
Weekend getaways
Overnight stays on the water
Swimming and relaxing at anchor
Watersports and tubing
Exploring Michigan's inland lakes
Cruising Lake St. Clair and other Great Lakes waterways in suitable conditions
First-time cuddy cabin buyers
Boaters upgrading from a smaller bowrider
GRAND POINTE MARINA - SPECIAL USED BOAT PRICING!ONLY $8,950!
1998 MAXUM 2300 SC CUDDY CABIN
MERCRUISER 5.0L V8 - 220 HP
BURGUNDY HULL - SLEEPING CABIN - PRIVATE HEAD - BIMINI TOP - TANDEM AXLE TRAILER INCLUDED!
Don't miss this opportunity to own a spacious 23-foot cuddy cabin cruiser at an affordable price!
CONTACT GRAND POINTE MARINA TODAY!
Grand Pointe Marina has been serving Michigan boaters since 1968. Our experienced sales team can help you find the right boat for your family's boating adventures.
CALL TODAY TO SCHEDULE A SHOWING!
Pre-owned boat offered subject to prior sale, price changes, or withdrawal without notice. Boat and trailer are sold in their existing condition, subject to the terms of the purchase agreement. All specifications, equipment, and accessory information should be verified before purchase. Taxes, title, registration, and applicable fees are additional.
GRAND POINTE MARINA - YOUR MICHIGAN BOATING HEADQUARTERS SINCE 1968!
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/12/26 | Price decreased | $8,950(-34.9%) |
| 6/1/26 | Price decreased | $13,750(-87.6%) |
| 5/30/26 | Initial price | $111,111 |
1998 Maxum 2300 SC Video Tours
Overview from around the web 1998 Maxum 2300 SC
The 1998 Maxum 2300 SC has garnered positive feedback from customers who appreciate its blend of performance, comfort, and style
Many boaters praise its spacious cockpit design, which is perfect for entertaining family and friends on the water. The comfortable seating and ample storage make it a favorite for day trips and weekend getaways. Performance-wise, users often highlight its strong V8 engine, which delivers impressive power and acceleration. The smooth ride and responsive handling enhance the overall boating experience, making it ideal for both casual cruising and water sports. Owners also appreciate the boat's classic aesthetic, combining sleek lines with a well-thought-out layout. Features such as the integrated swim platform and convenient access to the cabin add to the overall functionality. While some users mention the need for regular maintenance typical of boats of this age, overall satisfaction remains high. Many customers describe the 1998 Maxum 2300 SC as a reliable and enjoyable vessel that balances performance with leisure, making it a valued choice among enthusiasts.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
Pros
Sleek Design: The 1998 Maxum 2300 SC features a sporty and aerodynamic design that not only looks great but also enhances performance on the water.
Powerful Performance: Equipped with a robust engine, this boat offers impressive acceleration and speed, making it suitable for water sports and leisurely cruising alike.
Comfortable Interior: The cabin is designed to provide a cozy space with ample seating, ensuring a comfortable experience for passengers during day trips or overnight stays.
Versatile Layout: The open bow and spacious cockpit allow for various configurations, making it easy to entertain guests, sunbathe, or enjoy water activities.
Affordable Option: As a used boat from 1998, the Maxum 2300 SC typically comes at a more accessible price point compared to newer models, offering good value for budget-conscious buyers.
Stable Handling: Known for its stable hull design, this boat provides confident handling in a variety of water conditions, enhancing safety and enjoyment while navigating.
Cons
Age-Related Wear: Being a 1998 model, some boats may exhibit signs of wear and may require maintenance or upgrades to ensure optimal performance and comfort.
Limited Storage: While the layout is versatile, some users may find the storage options limited for extended trips, potentially requiring careful packing and organization.
Less Fuel Efficiency: Older models like the Maxum 2300 SC may not have the same fuel efficiency as newer boats equipped with advanced engine technologies, leading to higher operational costs.
Fewer Modern Features: Compared to contemporary boats, the 1998 model may lack some of the latest amenities and technologies, which could be a drawback for those seeking state-of-the-art conveniences.
Availability of Parts: As the boat ages, finding replacement parts and accessories may become more challenging, potentially impacting maintenance and repairs.
Older Electronics: The navigation and technology systems may be outdated, which could necessitate upgrades to meet current safety and usability standards.
Made For
The 1998 Maxum 2300 SC is an ideal choice for boating enthusiasts who seek a versatile and reliable vessel. Perfect for families, couples, or individuals who enjoy day cruising, this boat offers ample space for relaxation and entertainment on the water. Its sporty design makes it suitable for those looking to combine leisure with an adventurous spirit, whether that involves water skiing, fishing, or simply enjoying a leisurely ride. Boaters who appreciate both comfort and performance will find the Maxum 2300 SC appealing. With its plush seating and thoughtful layout, it caters to those who value quality time with friends and loved ones. It's also well-suited for novice boaters, thanks to its user-friendly handling and straightforward features, making it a great choice for anyone looking to create lasting memories on the water. Overall, the 1998 Maxum 2300 SC is designed for individuals and families who want a reliable, spacious, and enjoyable vessel to enhance their boating experiences.
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| Price | $8,950 | $6,995 | $12,900 | $17,999 | $18,800 | $18,995 |
| Location | Sterling Heights | Clarklake | Spring Lake | La Salle | Spring Lake | Muskegon |
| Nominal Length | 23' | 20' | 25' | 26' | 24' | 23' |
| Engine Make | MERCRUISER | OMC Cobra | Volvo | MERCRUISER | MerCruiser | VOLVO PENTA |
| Total Engine Power | 220 hp | 240 hp | 300 hp | 220 hp | 240 hp | - |
| Days on Market | 153 | 470 | 178 | 192 | 100 | 29 |
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