New Lime Green LSV

[thtrog]

Nice, very close to a color combo I'm considering.

[jesutton3]

Now the real question. Where are the wake pics?

[IXFE]

Now the real question. Where are the wake pics?

It will be months (likely next season) before there's any kind of definitive verdict on the wake/wave.

[Cory]

^^^Agreed. The final verdict will not be known until after all of us that are considering purchasing one for next year have already outlaid our deposits. It's called FAITH.

Edited July 31, 2014 by Cory

[IXFE]

hope to see interior pics soon

Wish granted...

[Cory]

Be interesting to see how secure that is. Any idea what the deal is with the pin sticking out in the middle?

Don't they ship the towers with the gas strut disconnected? I think that pin connects to the tension cable that counter balances the tower when folded.

[Cory]

Christmas in July at AWS! I'm guessing the rear bench lumbar area will have speakers, since only one speaker on each side. Anyone know otherwise?

[Cory]

What is the shiny thingy on the seat base just below the port side Wakeview Seating?

[vaporbluebu]

Heater port in a logical place?

[08oregon v-rider]

thats a beauty i wonder what motor is in it and better yet price...

[Cory]

thats a beauty i wonder what motor is in it and better yet price...

Put another way...

Cousin Eddie: "Clark, ... it's a good quality item. If you don't mind my askin', how much did she set you back?"

Clark Sr.: "It's a beaut Clark. It's a beaut."

[wakebrdr94]

Just got off the phone with my dealer, he said there is approximately a 6k price increase over last year

[DatTexasBoy]

I hear malibu/Axis went up 6% across the board.

[Bawshogg]

Christmas in July at AWS! I'm guessing the rear bench lumbar area will have speakers, since only one speaker on each side. Anyone know otherwise?

It has two speakers in the combing pockets on each side, none in the rear.

Dang, it seems smallish in cabin space..,.... Or maybe it's just me?

[Cory]

It has two speakers in the combing pockets on each side, none in the rear.

Dang, it seems smallish in cabin space..,.... Or maybe it's just me?

The other set of speakers must be hidden by the upright wakeview seats. I like this news! I never liked the speakers in the rear bench! I think most of the six inches ended up behind the rear bench. That's my guess.

[Bawshogg]

Bingo. Can't see them in that pic. And they are 8" drivers now.

[Fman]

Wish granted...

The rear facing seats look great, along with the Malibu logo on carpet. I am not seeing much of a difference in space from my current 21. At least its not a "wow" factor, that looks bigger. I have a feeling they added the additional 6" in the rear sundeck area, the small little shelf that people are supposed to sit on. Not sure why they do this, I personally think the VLX sundeck is plenty big, I would want more space in the lounge area. Also looks like no locking ski lockers, and a soft pull handle now? Do they still offer the transom walk thru cover?

That touch screen looks much bigger in this pic, what size is it?

Edited August 1, 2014 by Fman

[skurfer]

It has two speakers in the combing pockets on each side, none in the rear.

Dang, it seems smallish in cabin space..,.... Or maybe it's just me?

Not just you, I noticed in the pic of the black and green flake one surfing, the sun pad looked too big, taking away cabin space...

[JoeA]

Does anybody else want the walk through transom back as an option? I cringe as I and others have to walk on the vinly.

[bamabonners]

Are the cheap vinyl pull loops a tripping hazard?

I think it looks good... nothing too over the top. Still looks like a Malibu interior, mostly. I like the rear facing seats and the drop in Igloo cooler. I also really like the bench seat on the back.

The 12" screen just screams GAUDY....compare that with the cheap looking all black tower. I prefer the previous G3.

Overall, I like it. My concern is still quality control.

[T-Squared]

I found this one on Boattrader this moring. http://www.boattrader.com/listing/2015-Malibu-23LSV-102313695

It has a close up picture of the new tower latch.

Edited August 1, 2014 by T-Squared

[23LSVOwner]

The clip is plastic? Eeek, does it say Igloo on it? Why would they not make a solid stainess clamping system?

The G3 tower lock is all metal from my understanding.

[nyryan2001]

I like it, it looks simple. looks to be a clip with a sliding pin.

[NorrisMike]

Sorry y'all but I am disappointed. DUDE!!! Seriously, WTF. It never stops! Cheaper, Cheaper, Cheaper appointments yet keep raising the price!?!?!? Enough is enough. I mean seriously. Is that an upgrade from previous years? Or a way to squeeze more juice from a rock? It's getting bad. I know others can see what I can. Go ahead and crucify me for posting this. That vinyl though.... What is up with the patterns? It looks like my 2009 Vride with LESS french stitching... I am willing to bet cheaper/softer foam and crappier vinyl. I could go on and on.... C'mon Malibu!

Question - Does everyone squint their eyes when look at these VLX pics? I just did it and I could see how a lot could be overlooked.

Below is a good example of a company going in the right direction.

[NorrisMike]

I am not a Supra lover by any means. Nor am I a brand loyalist. I am however a realist. Sorry if I offended any Malibu loyalists with that last one.