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Sea Ray

Premium Sport Boats & Cruisers Since 1959

Founded

1959 in Oxford, Michigan

Headquarters

Merritt Island, Florida (Brunswick Corporation)

Size Range

19–42 feet

Models Covered

6 models

Brand Overview

What Buyers Should Know

Sea Ray has been one of the most recognized names in recreational boating since C.N. Ray founded the company in 1959. Now a division of Brunswick Corporation, Sea Ray builds premium fiberglass boats across four distinct series: the Sundancer line of sport cruisers, the SLX luxury sport boats, the SDX sport deck boats, and the SPX entry-level bowriders. The brand has earned its reputation by consistently delivering boats that look good, ride well, and hold their value on the resale market.

What sets Sea Ray apart from competitors in the 19-to-42-foot range is the fit and finish. The upholstery, gelcoat work, and attention to detail are a step above most production builders. Sea Ray boats are built at scale, which keeps pricing competitive, but they do not cut corners on materials or engineering. The Sundancer line, in particular, has been a benchmark for sport cruisers for decades — offering genuine overnight capability in a package that is still manageable for an owner-operator.

For buyers in the Florida market, Sea Ray is a strong choice for day boating, weekend cruising, and entertaining. The brand has excellent dealer support through MarineMax, parts availability is never an issue, and resale values tend to hold well compared to other production builders in the same size range.

Typical Buyer Profile

Families, day boaters, weekend cruisers, and first-time boat buyers looking for a premium production boat with strong resale value and excellent dealer support.

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