G3Boats Review

G3 Boats manufactures affordable aluminum fishing and pontoon boats. The company concentrates on producing a quality product for an affordable price. G3 uses .100 gauge aluminum, welding, and a unihull design to achieve a solid, dependable result. The Riveted Jons series is the only group of G3 boats that are not welded. All G3 boats use Yamaha outboard motors.

Pricing

New G3 boats range from 25,000 to $45,000, and used models from $15,000 to $30,000.

Pros

• G3 is NMMA certified, which means their designs have consistently achieved a high level of quality and safety.
• From time to time, G3 offers significant rebates and savings on selected models.
• G3 Boats has a lifetime warranty on the hull, a lifetime warranty on marine plywood, a three year warranty on Yamaha motors, and a 5 year warranty on the other components.
• The company offers six different series of boats with a large number of sizes and options for each. Every model has extensive information available online, from technical specifications to pictures and video reviews.

Cons

• G3 hulls are aluminum, and are not available in fiberglass or other types.
• G3 has a partnership with Yamaha which limits engine options to theirs.
• All G3 boats must be purchased through dealers rather than factory direct.
• Besides the pontoon series, all the G3 boats are intended for fishing applications. If you are interested in water sports or cruising, you will need to look elsewhere.
• G3 does not offer boats that would be workable for ocean fishing.

Featured Models

G3 offers six different series, including the Eagle Mod-V and Angler Deep-V. These are the basic, versatile fishing boats.

The Sun Catcher pontoons are ideal for recreation and parties, though they can also be used for fishing.

The Gator Tough Jons, Gator Tough Deluxe, and Jon boats are similar in their basic design. All are square, one-piece hulls, with a very solid construction. The Deluxe Jons have finished interiors that make them much more comfortable.

Conclusion

Those who are looking for a basic, inexpensive but very durable boat may find G3 Boats to be ideal. What they lack in luxury amenities, they make up for in rigid construction. These are well-made, solid boats and they are designed to last.