Your Pontoon Boat Buying Guide

Pontoon boats are an excellent family-friendly boating option. These boats are easy to operate, stable, and great for entertaining. However, it’s important to take some things into consideration when shopping for a pontoon boat to ensure you get the right model for your needs. Here’s what to think about before you select your pontoon.

Size

How large of a pontoon boat you buy will depend on how many people you want to host on it at any one time, as well as your budget and the storage space you have for it. The size of the hollow aluminum tubes (also called “pontoons”) is also something you can factor in, since it varies between 23” and 28”. Larger tubes allow the boat itself to be larger.

Horsepower

How powerful your pontoon boat is will determine how fast it can go and how much you need it to carry. For leisure cruises, 40 horsepower should be sufficient, but if you want to tow watersports, 150 to 300 horsepower will be necessary.

Features

Pontoon boats can also come with many different features, including canopies or sundecks for shade. Fishing features like swivel seats, rod holders, and livewells can come in handy. Wet bars can make entertaining easier.

Ready to check out pontoons in Missouri? Come see us at our dealership in Harrisonville to check out our great selection of new and used pontoon boats for sale. We can also help you out with financing options. Midwest Marine Boat Company serves the city of Raymore, MO.