Sunchaser boats
Sunchaser builds recreational pontoon boats, with 227 registered hulls in the US fleet at a median length of 22.3 feet. The brand suits family boaters and casual lake users looking for affordable pontoon platforms, with recent production clustered in 2023, 2024, and the mid 2010s.
Sunchaser used prices from our data
Show the numbers by model year
| Model year | Boats | Middle half of asks | Median ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | too few to show | - |
| 2024 | 2 | too few to show | - |
| 2023 | 5 | $23,000 to $29,000 | $25,000 |
| 2022 | 2 | too few to show | - |
| 2021 | 5 | $21,000 to $26,000 | $25,000 |
| 2020 | 2 | too few to show | - |
| 2019 | 5 | $24,000 to $26,500 | $26,000 |
| 2018 | 2 | too few to show | - |
| 2016 | 1 | too few to show | - |
| 2015 | 4 | $13,500 to $18,500 | $14,500 |
| 2014 | 2 | too few to show | - |
| 2013 | 1 | too few to show | - |
| 2012 | 2 | too few to show | - |
| 2010 | 1 | too few to show | - |
| 2009 | 1 | too few to show | - |
| 2008 | 4 | $8,500 to $11,000 | $10,000 |
| 2007 | 2 | too few to show | - |
| 2005 | 2 | too few to show | - |
| 1991 | 1 | too few to show | - |
| 1989 | 1 | too few to show | - |
46 distinct Sunchaser boats, listed now or since taken down, newest seen 2026-11-14. Asking prices, not sale prices. Value change per year of age is fitted on 27 boats with a known length, holding length constant. Sunchaser values by model year.
Sunchaser recalls and USCG accident records
Of 28Sunchaser boats in USCG accident records: fire or explosion 0%, flooding or swamping 0%, capsizing 0%, total loss 4%, at least one death 18%. Accident records reflect how and how much boats are used, not only how they are built. Only accidents above the USCG reporting threshold are recorded. Personal watercraft are left out.
Are Sunchaser boats reliable?
Sunchaser pontoons have zero USCG recalls on record, a positive reliability signal for a fleet this size. Ownership costs center on outboard maintenance and pontoon tube condition, with all 226 fuel powered hulls running gasoline outboards that follow standard service intervals.
Common problems to inspect on a used Sunchaser
- Pontoon tube corrosion or dents, especially at welds and lower panels
- Soft spots in deck flooring from water intrusion through fittings
- Outboard service history gaps or deferred lower unit maintenance
- Corroded electrical connections at battery, bilge pump, andNav lights
Registry footprint
Sample = US state open-data vessel registries (currently Texas + New York, ~875k vessels). Treat as a representative slice of recreational US inventory.
Recalls (0)
No USCG recalls on file for Sunchaser.
USCG MIC entries (1)
Frequently asked questions
Are Sunchaser boats good quality?
Sunchaser pontoons offer entry to mid level construction with zero recalls across 227 registered hulls. Quality is adequate for recreational lake use, though not at the fit and finish level of premium pontoon brands.
Do Sunchaser boats hold their value?
Sunchaser resale values track below premium pontoon brands but remain stable in the entry level segment. Expect depreciation comparable to other value oriented pontoon builders, with well maintained examples holding better.
What size are most Sunchaser boats?
The median Sunchaser is 22.3 feet, putting most models in the family pontoon range suitable for 8 to 10 passengers and towing.
Are Sunchaser pontoons recalled?
Sunchaser has zero USCG recalls on record across its 227 registered US hulls, indicating no major safety defects requiring manufacturer remediation.
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