I have been looking to jump into a new boat for some time and had a real hard time figuring out what would be the best fit for the family and brands and type of boat etc. Narrowed it down to Cobalt, Mastercraft and I have TIGE. I ruled Cobalt out because they seem to be chasing the wake surf boats with retrofit surf systems and a hull made for a cruiser and the local dealer did not respond to my request to slip fit the boat in question... Mastercraft is a nice boat but comparing apples to apples I would have to get an X model to match the ZX from TIGE and there was a huge price gap that was not justifiable when looking at features, lay out etc. The TIGE boats are truly a premium boat. Looking in the same class, priced much more aggressively new. Honestly, this was all background work on how I ended up with a TIGE and not as relevant to the review of TIGE and Eagle marine in FW...it really boiled down to my experience with Shawn and Eagle marine.
As you know boat inventory is limited and I had slip size issues. I called Eagle marine at 5:50 pm after a long day and asked what they had in inventory...Shawn stayed late showed us everything they had in stock. We decided on a boat, he planned and drove it out 2 hours to our property for a slip fit a few days later and to our surprise WE COULD FIT A BIGGER BOAT! So a few days later he drove another boat out there and it fit nicely as well. You might think perseverating over a boat would matter but, every single TIGE he showed us was a show stopper so it didn't matter. We ended up with prob. one of the coolest boats I have seen anywhere and essentially looks like a custom boat.
Smooth transaction, no pressure sales, honest insight into do's and don'ts you may not be thinking about.
My ask was a white glove dealership that will take care of anything I may need as I don't have time to deal with it (as most people buying these types of boats don't have time to deal with issues related to boat ownership, moving them trailering them, servicing them, fixing things etc)
The boat is fantastic, rides nice, lay out is perfect, surf system is simple, storage is great, motor is a beast, but did have some manufacturer related snafu's - my alternator was bad coming out of the factory, which is nearly unheard of but Eagle Marine got it fixed in 1-2 days, they drove out ot the lake diagnosed it and were additionally prepared to fix anything in the system that may have needed it.
Boat cover had a small rip...they replaced it. Some stitching on the vinyl is problematic, but they are on order and getting replaced when I bring it in for service at the end of the season.
You might think these are major issues but it is a boat, if you've ever owned a boat you know, and if you have not, then you will learn. What is most important is your dealer and support you get from them. So far Eagle Marine and the boat have exceeded our...
   Read moreOur experience with NXT Level Marine in Fort Worth, particularly with Hayden, was nothing short of outstanding. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with professionalism and a genuine commitment to customer satisfaction. Hayden's knowledge and expertise in marine services were truly impressive. He took the time to understand our needs and provided valuable insights, ensuring we made the right choices for our boat. His attention to detail and dedication to quality workmanship were evident in every aspect of the service. Not only did Hayden deliver on his promises, but he went above and beyond to exceed our expectations. The level of care and precision demonstrated during the maintenance and upgrades on our boat was exceptional. NXT Level Marine in Fort Worth has earned our trust and loyalty, thanks to the outstanding service provided by Hayden and the entire team. If you're looking for top-tier marine services and a remarkable customer experience, look no further than NXT Level Marine. We highly recommend them and will be returning for all our marine needs in the future. Thank you, Hayden and NXT Level Marine, for making our boating experience truly...
   Read moreIn March after the hard freeze, I dropped the boat in the water to start looking for damage. Turns out the stern freeze cap had popped despite my efforts to keep heat on it before the power went out. Boat sat at a local shop untouched for 2 months. I happened to be going to DFW for an event so out of frustration, I called eagle, explained the situation with the tige and they said bring it with you. Kyle and Trey kep every promise made. I was told what was going on and how much it would cost every step of the way. When the boat was done, Kyle told me he needed to have the mechanics clean up after themselves. I get there to pick it up yesterday and the boat has been detailed and literally lake ready.
The 150 mile one way trip was worth it to me. Eagle marine has definitely earned my business and is my go to.
Thank you Kyle...
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