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The Ultimate Guide to Small Boats and Best Options for 2024

Aug. 14 2024 News By Riva Motorsports Miami team

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Enjoy your days out on the waves in a boat that perfectly fits your lifestyle. Want to cut through the waves at high speeds, have plenty of space for sunbathing and coolers, and enjoy an unforgettable view of the sunrise all season long? A small motor boat gives you all the power and versatility of larger boats while giving you a more manageable, cost-effective watercraft that you can maintain and cherish throughout the years. At Riva Motorsport in Miami, we can offer a wide range of small boats from popular boat brands like Yamaha, Wellcraft, and Scarab. Visit our showroom to explore all of the options and see which sizes, features, and styles are the right fit for you. 


At Riva Motorsport, we have over 40 years of experience helping people select the perfect boat, maintain it, and enjoy their time out on the water. We offer friendly advice and expertise for every step of your boat-buying and boat-ownership journey. Start your search today by focusing on everything small boats have to offer and exploring different types of small boats.

Reasons Why You Should Invest in a Small Boat

Large boats aren't for everyone, and many boaters—from new boat owners to experienced fishers and boaters—love the convenience and versatility of smaller boats. Here are some key reasons to narrow your search to a small motor boat for your next boat purchase:

You're a New Boat Owner

Buying your first boat is an exciting adventure, and the experts at Riva Motorsport are here to help you find the right boat for your favorite hobbies, ideal boating lifestyle, and budget. Generally, we recommend new boat owners start with a smaller-sized boat. This simplifies boat ownership because smaller boats are much easier to handle. You can tow them behind your vehicle more easily, become more comfortable with the responsibilities of owning and maintaining a boat, and better manage the costs. As boats become larger, they often become more complex, needing more attention and more expensive equipment or services. Start small and work your way up.

You Love Boating Alone or With a Small Group

If you prefer to enjoy the open waves alone, with your spouse, or just with a couple of friends, don't buy more boats than you need. Today's models are smarter than ever about fitting plenty of seating, storage space, and premium features into smaller boats so you can enjoy all the perks without all the bulk. 

You Prioritize Cost-Effective Maintenance and Storage

Bigger boats simply cost more to maintain and store. Whether you prefer dry storage or storage at the marina, a bigger boat means renting a bigger space. More boats also have square footage below the surface that can leak, bigger engines that need more maintenance, and other cost-based considerations. Simply towing your boat can also be pricey if your boat is too big for your car. That doesn't mean big boats aren't worth the extra challenges! But when you prioritize budget-friendly maintenance and storage, opting for a smaller size is an easy way to reduce the bill.

You Want to Travel With Your Boat

South Florida is home to plenty of lakes and open ocean for boating. Small boats offer a clear advantage when you want to take your boat on the road. It's easier to tow lighter and smaller vehicles, get a smaller trailer, and save on gas throughout the trip. If you look forward to traveling often with your boat or even driving it out of state, consider small motorboat options that suit your style.

You Want a Budget-Friendly Option Without Sacrificing Features or Comfort

There are a lot of different factors that affect the total cost of a boat: the brand, the motor power, the features, the size, the maintenance demands, etc. Reducing the size is one of the easiest—and the most impactful—ways to jump down to a lower price tier. This is a great option for people on a limited budget who want to spend as little as possible while still getting a high-quality boat or who would rather use their boat budget on premium features and installations. A Riva Motorsports, we also have trade-in programs and convenient financing for your next boat purchase.

What Are the Most Common Types of Small Boats?

At Riva Motorsports Miami, we maintain many small new and used boats. Visit our showroom to see specific models, take them out for a test drive, or browse online to find your favorite. Some of the most common types of small boats you'll find in our showroom include:


Time to Choose a Small Boat for South Florida Use? Visit Riva Motorsports Miami

Enjoy the open ocean or popular South Florida lakes this season on your own private boat. Visit Riva Motorsports Miami, our family-owned boat dealership, to browse popular options. Our showroom has dozens of new and preowned small boats for you to explore. We provide friendly customer service, expert advice, professional dockside maintenance, and more. Visit us today to get started.


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