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Centurion boats

Centurion manufactures wakeboard and wakesurf boats known for tournament level performance and specialized hull designs. With 866 registered hulls in the US and a median length of 23 feet, these purpose built tow boats command $12,000 to $27,000 in the current used market based on 148 active listings. The brand suits serious wakeboard and wakesurf families willing to invest in premium ballast systems and wave shaping technology.

Registered hulls866US registry
For sale now597$6K to $100K
Recalls1USCG / CPSC
Median length23 ftmostly gasoline

Centurion used price range

median $19K
$6K$19K$100K

From 597 live listings in BoatVerdict's market data (10th, 50th, 90th percentile).

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Are Centurion boats reliable?

The single USCG recall on record across 866 registered hulls suggests solid build quality for a specialized performance brand. Owner costs run higher than typical runabouts due to complex ballast systems, premium engine packages, and tower maintenance, with most boats concentrated in recent model years from 2018 to 2025. Budget for ballast pump replacements and gelcoat stress crack repairs as these boats age beyond their first few seasons.

Common problems to inspect on a used Centurion

  • Ballast tank leaks and pump failures
  • Gelcoat stress cracks near tower mounts and transom
  • Tower hardware corrosion and hinge wear
  • High engine hours from intensive wakeboard use

Registry footprint

Registered hulls (US sample) 866
Median length 23.0 ft
Most-registered model years 2022 (110), 2023 (92), 2021 (69), 2024 (59), 2025 (51), 2018 (36)
Fuel mix Gasoline 866

Sample = US state open-data vessel registries (currently Texas + New York, ~875k vessels). Treat as a representative slice of recreational US inventory.

Recalls (1)

USCG MIC entries (2)

Frequently asked questions

Are Centurion boats reliable?

Centurion boats show solid reliability for a performance wakeboard brand, with only one USCG recall across 866 registered hulls. The main reliability concerns are ballast system complexity and tower maintenance rather than hull or engine failures.

What is the resale value of Centurion boats?

Used Centurion boats currently range from $12,000 to $27,000 with a median price of $19,000 across 148 active listings. Resale remains strong for well maintained recent models but drops sharply with high engine hours or documented ballast system issues.

What should I look for when buying a used Centurion?

Inspect the ballast system thoroughly for leaks and pump function, check gelcoat around tower mounts and the transom for stress cracks, and verify engine hours against maintenance records. Tower hardware should move smoothly without excessive play or corrosion.

How much does it cost to maintain a Centurion boat?

Maintenance costs run higher than typical runabouts due to complex ballast systems, premium engine packages, and specialized tower hardware. Major expenses include ballast pump replacements, tower hardware servicing, and gelcoat repairs on heavily used boats beyond routine engine maintenance.

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