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Premier boats

Premier builds pontoon boats, with 805 registered US hulls on record and a median length of 23.4 feet. The used market shows prices from $7500 to $28900, with a median of $21000 across 66 active listings. These boats suit recreational buyers looking for versatile family platforms in the pontoon segment.

Registered hulls805US registry
For sale now298$7K to $65K
Recalls2USCG / CPSC
Median length23 ftmostly gasoline

Premier used price range

median $21K
$7K$21K$65K

From 298 live listings in BoatVerdict's market data (10th, 50th, 90th percentile).

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Are Premier boats reliable?

Premier pontoons have 2 USCG recalls on record across the 805 hull registry. Most registered hulls come from model years 2008, 2014, and 2011, suggesting reasonable survival rates from that production period. Owner costs typically center on outboard maintenance, deck hardware corrosion, and pontoon tube condition as the fleet ages.

Common problems to inspect on a used Premier

  • Pontoon tube integrity and welds, especially on hulls over 15 years old
  • Deck surface delamination or soft spots from water intrusion
  • Outboard mounting transom condition and fastener corrosion
  • Electrical connections and wiring harness condition in older models

Registry footprint

Registered hulls (US sample) 805
Median length 23.4 ft
Most-registered model years 2008 (79), 2014 (59), 2011 (58), 2009 (53), 2005 (51), 2007 (45)
Fuel mix Gasoline 803 · None / NA 1 · Electric 1

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

Recalls (2)

  • ⚠ Recall241332024-02-29

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    Model:Vanilla Underground "Minecraft TNT" One-Piece PajamasUnits:1,570
  • ⚠ Recall950217T11/1/1995

    FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS; FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS

    Model:ALL MODELSYear:1995Units:370
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USCG MIC entries (8)

Frequently asked questions

Are Premier boats reliable?

Premier pontoons have 2 USCG recalls across 805 registered hulls, which is a low rate. Reliability depends heavily on maintenance of the pontoon tubes, deck, and outboard engine rather than systemic design flaws.

What is the resale value of a Premier boat?

Used Premier pontoons currently range from $7500 to $28900, with a median price of $21000 based on 66 active listings. Values track closely with age, condition, and outboard engine hours.

What should I inspect on a used Premier pontoon?

Check pontoon tubes for dents, corrosion, and weld integrity, then inspect the deck for soft spots or delamination. Verify outboard mounting transom condition and test all electrical systems thoroughly.

What years are best for used Premier boats?

Model years 2008, 2014, and 2011 are most common in the registry, indicating strong production and survival. Focus on individual boat condition and maintenance history rather than specific model years.

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