1997 - Donzi Marine

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Crafting alegend.
Among the boat
builders
powerboating forever.
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From the moment he put his first deep-V
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Donzi in the water 32 years ago, Aronow rede-
was known as The King. Racing legend Don
fined performance to the highest measure, setting
Aronow knew how to push the performance of
records and outpacing contenders . In 1995
his hulls to new predatory levels. Those "Damn
a prototype of a Z33 placed second in the
Donzis," as his boats grudgingly but
Cannonball Run, a
1200-mile, show-no-mercy
admiringly came to be
race from Miami to New York. Damned if that
known, changed
Donzi didn't beat out every high performer in its
class. Recently Fortune Magazine counted
Donzis among the top I 00 made-in-America
products. Clearly, Donzi is a legend.
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"The King" still reigns.
A messag
om Lee
tell, C.E.O.,
Mike Collinc;: President and Mac SnPnrer, C.O.O.
33 and 38. For the first time since their introduction the
16, 18 and 22 Classics are now also available with hot
new contemporary graphic styling.
Meanwhile, the LXC line continues its plans for
To own a Donzi today is to be part of a legacy that
expansion with new models for '97 designed to main-
remains unchallenged. Because as Don Aronow proved,
tain the tradition of offering a luxury performance boat
the race belongs not only to the swift, but to the one
for the family on the fast track.
that stays the course in quality and performance.
Will owning a Donzi make you The King, too?
At our plant in Sarasota, Florida, we now build
Look at it this way: If you're going to get out there and
16 models, ranging from 16 to 38 feet. For 1997, the ZX
push the envelope with the rest of them, why not possess
line has added two new trailerable models, the 22 and
the power and speed that make you feel like royalty?
25, and fresh new graphics for the
That can o nly be a Donzi.
The power of
peak performance,
the allufe of
total luxury. .
Thirty-years of race-proven hulls has given
Donzi quite a heritage. Peak performance
and top speeds are expected from such a
commanding history. The ZX Series has
followed suit.
From the bullet-shaped 22ZX to the power-
ful 38ZX. you'll be in total command of the seas.
Wtth award-winning 22 degree deep V-huUs.
you'll have the utmost confidence that she will
respond to all of your wishes.
The luxury and comfort of these boau
are enhanced with a deep interior freeboard, state-of-the-art liner construction,
and through-bolted hardware throughout.
Amenities ranging from luminous etchedglass bulkheads, cabin accent lighting, fully
appointed galleys and enclosed heads, add
to the appeal of total luxury.
Come and join the ZX family and see why
year after year, decade after decade, the Donzt
allure keeps getting stronger and stronger.
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of the blue. As proud and powerful as the tiger,
as dynamic and sleek as they come. The Donzi
38ZX puts adventure into boating.
Lightning quick and graceful, the 38ZX puts a new
stripe on things, from the etched glass bulkheads, to
accent lighting, to full stand-up headroom.
There is a
high-fidelity stereo
CD system and state-of-theart cockpit, with a custom
burled dash that encases
VDO gauges. The Mcleod
custom powered seats, with
lumbar
support
system,
adjusts to cruising or racing modes at the touch
of a button.
It doesn ' t matter if it's a jungle out there
when you ' re the one in charge. When you're
through prowling the seas, you can relax in
the comfort and luxury of the large 38ZX
interior. Come feast your eyes on this flagship of the ZX fleet, and see for yourself
why Donzi is Hot! Hot! Hot!
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33ZX. Open the comp.anionway door and step 1nto a
richly appointed interior with
nearly 6' of headroom. The din-
ing area easily accommodates four adults , while
the fit-for-a-chef galley serves up every cu linary
convenience. The large enclosed head is outfitted
with a shower, so you
and your guests will
cruise in comfo rt.
Now
return
to
cockpit and expe ri ence
the legendary power of
Donzi. The
custom
burled dash is equipped with
analogue gauges.
Mcleod
custom
power seats conform to both cruising and raeing modes. Put your hand on the zero-effort
racing throttle, and put yourself in total control. Throttle up and feel the twin Big Block
power reach tantalizing speeds w ith the stability and tracking that have made Donzi famous.
No other 33 foot performance boat can make
these claims. But then, no other is a Donzi.
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The Donzi 27ZX is big on powe r and long on
speed, with a real spacious cabin . For sunning,
skiing or flat-out running, the 27ZX puts the
power and performance of our larger ZX 's in a
trailerable size. Now you can lay back in the
go-fast world.
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Hot bonv. Smooth lines.
From its triaxial fiberglass hull
to its premium gelcoat finish, the trailerable
25ZX is polished to performance perfection .
Calibrated for comfort, the 4-speaker stereo,
marine-grade carpeting and wraparound cockpit
seating make cruising an inviting adventure. It
doesn't hurt that the interior is the largest of any
in its class, either. Go ahead and strut your stuff.
After all, we're talking Donzi.
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macompact Size.
Big performance in a tight pacl<age.
Once in the water, this trailerable 22-footer
never looks back. Its 22-degree deadrise hull can
smooth the roughest waves. Twin captain chairs,
an oversized sundeck and an integrated swim
platform give you getaway freedom and
full-tilt fun, with plenty of room for five.
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sleek and styltsh.
was to rock nroll.
It can only be
the Donzi Classics,
the epitome of pure speedboat design. Built
to withstand the rigors of world-class racing , their deep-V
hull
designs
allow for
excellent maneuverability on both calm and
choppy waters. But performance is only part
of this
Classic tale. Quality construction
provides the rest of the story,
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these boats .
Talk about
detail:
Premium
rolled
resins
and
fiberglass
are
into
meticulously
molds. Cockpit upholstery is top-stitched for extra strength and
styling. Carpeting and seat cushions snap on
and off for storage. Cleats , grab rails and ski
tow eyes are all constructed from top-quality
stainless steel. Hatch hinges and cowl vents
are chrome-plated. Even
the
Phillips-head
screws are all turned to the same position on
the stainless steel rub rail. The Donzi
Classics, guaranteed to love you tender.
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strength &stg1ing
This unique line of Luxury Express
Cruisers delivers Donzi's famous lightning speed plus European styling that
steals everyone else's thunder. Starting
with Oonzi's proven performance technology the LXC's are designed to give
the best ride of any other cruiser on the
water. They feature more room. more
standard features and more conveniences that todays boater is looking for.
Cabin interiors deliver on the promise
of luxury. offering molded inner-liners.
fully appointed galleys, stand-up heads
and a host of top-line amenities. Low
maintenance means the livin' is easy... and
the boating even better.
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express cruiser, and you have one class
act of style , speed and performance : the
Donzi 3250 LXC. You'll find lots of standard amenities and not a
compromise .
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sophisticated machine .
A
spacious
and
private
berth
and
mid-berth.
telescoping
dinette
that turns into a sleeping
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area . A full 6'6" of headroom . When you
step up to the throttle , you ' ll discover
why Donzi leaves every other cruiser in
its wake . Speed and stability team up to
out-perform
even
the
highest
expecta-
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The
Donzi
3250
LXC
does
over
50
mph , it sleeps six .. . and blows everything
else out of the water.
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Hassle-Free Speed. Have it all
with
the
275
Luxury
Express
Cruiser. It's engineered to perform
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your expectations.Watch how effortlessly it accommodates both the speed you strive for and the comfort
you crave.The spacious cabin comes fully appointed and
with over 6 feet of headroom . There's a roomy
midberth, a pr ivate head with shower, and plenty
of storage. The galley comes generously
equipped with built-in icebox ,
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electric stove a nd freshwater sink, mak ing those
long weekend
excur-
sions a comfortable retreat .
on
deck,
the
custom
burled dash and raked back wraparound
windshield puts a new, European-inspired spin on
sleekness. Seating and storage are plentiful, the integrated swim platform has a transom door, and the
stereo cassette system is primed for music. There's
a lounge seat in the rear of the cockpit and the back
of the helm seat serves as a refreshment center.
Slide into th is easy-living brand of luxury and you
may neve r want to come ashore again . Let's face it,
the 275 LXC comforts are better than home .
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Start
with
our
largest
llWhe~e LXC, modify it
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it trailerable, and the 255 LXC is what you get, giving you over 26 feet of bow-to-stern luxury that
you can take with you anywhere. Take your friends,
too. The 255 LXC's spacious and comfortable midberth means plenty of room for everyone to have
fun. In fact, you'll find more room in both midberth and cabin than in any other
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boat in its class. The 255's
on-deck features trumpet a
hi-tech
custom
dash,
double bench helm seat,
top
and
much
more. From microwave to
freshwater sink
;o private head with
shower, you'll find plenty of creature comforts on
board--more than in any comparable boat. But this
shouldn't surprise you. After all it's a Donzi. You
can punch the throttle and really cut loose, and
still never skimp on comfort. The cruising is
truly carefree, as the 255's hull comes with a I 0year transferrable warranty. Go ahead and
chart your course. You're moving with the
speed and comfort of Donzi.
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Iyou in Scouts: how to turn a day on
the water into a weekend of fun . Start by boarding
your Donzi 210 Medallion.
full galley.
Cook dinner in your
Serve while the sun is setting on the
horizon. Stretch out on the cushions, and let the
sound of lapping water soothe you. Drift off into
peaceful slumber in the spacious plush cabin. Then
do it all again the next day.
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Soortsmanship With Style.
Put it through as many paces as
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you want - the 212 Medallion
will earn its stripes every time.
From a day of s kiing to an evening spent cruising, the racy styling and Donzi detail ing combine to put the sport back into boating. With
the dependab ility of quality construction and
the heritage of Donzi performance , this bow
rider is a winner wherever you go .
(A great value , too.)
How to make
the most of it.
Performance & Fun.
How do you make the good times
even better? You make the 182XL
Medallion your choice. This bow
rider is engineered from the hull up for your enjoyment. The
AM/FM stereo with cassette and the bench seat with ski storage will get you movin'. For skiing, diving or just running around,
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Whole we erl:teavor to be as accurate as possible, certain changes in standard equopment , o pt ions & t he like may have occurred whic h wo uld not be included in thos brochure . T his oncludes, but is not lim1ted to, infor mat oon rela tong to fu el capacoty. weights. speeds,
fuel consum~tion and ove rall performance as they are estomates a nd could/will var y w it h each vessel and w ith each apploca toon. Donzi also reserves t he right to modify our optio ns offerings as necessary for q uality a nd pe rformance. Your Donzi Deale r is your
best SOUrce ror up~to · date InfOrmation or SpeCifiC details about your vessel.
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