Lake Lanier:678-725-3749
Lake Norman:704-574-2103
52 MPH Tritoons with 350 HP - Under $80K!
Carefree Boat Sales — We Make Boating Easy | Lake Lanier & Lake Norman
Welcome to Carefree Boat Sales
Your headquarters for Monterey Elite sport boats, Blackfin center consoles, Godfrey pontoons, and Hurricane deck boats — at both our Lake Lanier and Lake Norman locations. We also carry Veranda luxury pontoons at our Lake Norman location. Shop new and used inventory across two full-service dealerships.
4.9· 500+ families served
"Best boat buying experience I've ever had. David walked us through everything and we got on the water the same week."
— Mike T., Alpharetta GA
"The on-water demo sold us. 52 MPH on a pontoon is unreal. Carefree made the whole process easy."
— Sarah K., Cumming GA
🍂Fall / Winter Buyer Advantage
Buy Now. We Handle Everything. You Launch in Spring.
Buy any in-stock tritoon this fall and we'll cover winterization, covered storage through April 15th, and a full spring prep — so your boat is dock-ready the moment the season opens.
- Full winterization included — no out-of-pocket storage costs
- Covered indoor/outdoor storage through April 15th
- Spring commissioning & detail before delivery
- Lock in today's pricing before spring demand drives it up
- Godfrey Monaco 350 HP Tritoons from $79,995
Reserve Your Spring Boat Today
Limited in-stock inventory. Storage offer valid on purchases through December 31, 2026.
Call Lake Lanier: (678) 725-3749Call Lake Norman: (704) 574-2103View In-Stock Inventory →
Our Locations
Two full-service dealerships — choose your nearest location to browse current inventory.
Get Pricing on Any Boat
Tell us what you're looking for and we'll send you current pricing, available inventory, and any active factory incentives — usually within a few hours.
- No pressure, no obligation
- Same-day responses Mon–Sat
- Financing pre-approval available
Honda BF350 V8 power — priced at or below competing brands' 250 HP models. 2027 Godfrey pontoons with V8 performance starting at $79,000.
Factory rebates are available now on 2026 Honda outboards. Compare our engine pricing against every major manufacturer.
Engine Price ComparisonFeatured Inventory
A sample of what's in stock right now — two locations, always changing.
VerandaLake NormanLuxury Pontoon
Veranda V2275RCW
Premium tri toon pontoon with luxury upholstery, full enclosure, and Yamaha power. Available at our Lake Norman location.
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MontereyLake LanierSport Boat
Monterey Elite 270 OB
Precision-built sport bowrider with premium finish, performance hull, and a ride that earns every dollar. Available at Lake Lanier.
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GodfreyLake Lanier52 MPH Tritoon
Godfrey Monaco 255 ULC Tritoon
Honda BF350 V8 power on a Godfrey Monaco — the fastest production tritoon available. Tested at 52+ MPH on Lake Lanier.
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Carefree Boat Club Certified
1-Year-Old Tritoons with Warranty
Our used boats come from the Carefree Boat Club fleet — ~1 year old, ~100 hours, maintained by our own technicians, with ~4 years of Honda factory warranty remaining. No other dealer has this.
Brands We Carry
Monterey Elite Boats
Performance sport boats and bowriders built for serious buyers. Precision handling, premium finish, and a ride that earns its price.
Veranda Pontoons
Luxury pontoons with premium upholstery, twin-tube or tritoon hulls, and refined fit and finish. Available at our Lake Norman location.
Blackfin Boats
Offshore-capable center consoles with tournament-grade construction. Built for anglers who don't compromise on performance or fishability.
Godfrey Pontoons
Godfrey Platinum Dealer. We stock the full lineup — Sweetwater, Monaco, AquaPatio, and SanPan — with Honda V8 power available on every tritoon.
Hurricane Deck Boats
The versatility of a pontoon with the handling of a sport boat. Hurricane deck boats are a strong choice for families who want both.
Why Carefree Boat Sales
- We conduct rigorous on-water performance testing on every tritoon configuration we sell — prop selection, engine tuning, and real-world speed runs on Lake Lanier.
- We have hosted large-scale performance testing events with all major engine manufacturers and prop companies, and we publish the results so buyers can make informed decisions.
- Detailed walkthrough videos of every boat in inventory — so you can research from home before you visit.
- On-water demos available for serious buyers. Come to the dealership, get on the water, and make your decision with confidence.
- Complimentary Water Safety Orientation for every customer — so you hit the water with confidence from day one.
- Honda Marine Premier Partner since 2014. We know Honda engines better than any dealer in the Southeast.
What Our Customers Say
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Justin Zayas
October 15, 2026
David was great, phenomenal experience
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Chris George
September 28, 2026
I work with boat dealers throughout the region as a boat manufacturer, and Carefree Boat Sales is certainly among the finest in the business. Their new and pre-owned boats are always spotless, professionally presented, and ready to demo. They make the boat-buying experience fun, easy, and professional from start to finish. A first-class operation with great people and great boats.
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Davis Peek
September 27, 2026
Carefree Boat Sales makes getting out on the water such an easy and enjoyable experience! The staff is incredibly welcoming, attentive, and always goes above and beyond to make sure everything is taken care of. From the convenience of having the boats ready to go to the hospitality you receive every time you walk down to the dock, they really make the entire experience effortless. It's a great atmosphere with even better people, and I couldn't recommend Carefree Boat Sales enough!
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Laurie Cook
September 27, 2026
Always the greatest sales and service!!! Loving the weather too.
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Addison Pepe
September 25, 2026
We've loved our experience with Carefree Boat Club on Lake Lanier. Everyone has been kind and helpful, and they make it easy to enjoy time on the lake with family and friends. Highly recommend!
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Hayden Lake
June 27, 2026
Absolutely great experience with purchasing my new boat. David and Max are top tier! Will be back in the future!
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Honda Marine Premier Partner Since 2014
Carefree Boat Sales has been a Honda Marine Premier Partner since 2014 — one of the longest-tenured Honda Premier Partners in the Southeast. That means factory-direct support, priority parts allocation, and a team that has installed and serviced more Honda outboards than any other dealer on Lake Lanier.
Engine Partners
Honda Marine
Yamaha
Mercury Marine
Suzuki Marine
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about buying a boat at Carefree Boat Sales.
News About Our Brands
What the Industry Is Saying
Independent tests, industry awards, and performance data from the brands we carry — straight from the source.
PDB Magazine — Oct 2026
Godfrey Monaco 235 SFL: 43.2 MPH, $46K Base — Independent Test
Pontoon & Deck Boat Magazine tested the Monaco 235 SFL with the Back Porch package and Mercury 250 V8. Top speed 43.2 MPH, 4.5-second hole shot. Read our full breakdown — including why the Honda BF350 V8 goes even faster for less.
Read the full story
Godfrey Platinum DealerCarefree Is a 2026 Godfrey Platinum Dealer — The Highest Designation
Godfrey awards Platinum status to fewer than 5% of dealers nationwide. It reflects sales volume, customer satisfaction, and service excellence. We carry the full Monaco, AquaPatio, Sweetwater, and SanPan lineup — and we can put you on the water before you buy.
See Godfrey lineup
Honda BF350 V852 MPH on Lake Lanier — Honda BF350 V8 Real-World Test
We ran the Honda BF350 V8 on a Godfrey AquaPatio on Lake Lanier and documented the results. Top speed, fuel consumption, and handling data from our own prop testing events — not manufacturer claims.
Read the test results
2027 Pricing Insight — Carefree Boat Sales
Why Honda 350 HP for 2027?
Get a 350 for the price of a 200. For 2027, our fully loaded Honda BF350 V8 Monaco 255 sells for $108,936 — within ~$3,000 of what other dealers charge for the same boat with a 200 HP Mercury or Yamaha. More power, longer warranty, faster speed. Same money.
| 2027 Monaco 255 — Same Boat, Different Engine | HP | Carefree Price | vs. Honda 350 | Top Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda BF350 V8 — Fully Loaded✓ Our Pick | 350 HP | $108,936 | Baseline | 52.2 MPH |
| Mercury V10 350 | 350 HP | $123,314 | +$14,378 more | 49.0 MPH |
| Yamaha F350 V8 | 350 HP | $123,981 | +$15,045 more | 49.5 MPH |
| Suzuki DF350A | 350 HP | $117,026 | +$8,090 more | 44.3 MPH |
| Competitor Mercury/Yamaha 200 HP avg. | 200 HP | ~$106,000 | ~$3,000 less | ~32 MPH |
$14,378
You save vs. Mercury 350
Same boat. More speed.
$15,045
You save vs. Yamaha 350
Same boat. Faster.
5 Years
Honda factory warranty
Mercury & Yamaha: 3 years
52 MPH
Honda BF350 top speed
Tested on Lake Lanier
See Full Engine Comparison on Our Godfrey Page
Prices reflect 2027 Carefree Boat Sales actual selling prices on a fully loaded Monaco 255 · Contact us for current pricing