What's new for 2017

[teamerickson]

1 hour ago, ctvandy23 said:

I'm not a fan of that glove box!!

I like it! It's retro!

[gordon20mxz]

1 hour ago, ctvandy23 said:

I'm not a fan of that glove box!!

I agree, but I do like having a cup holder up there.  I noticed that they put a cup holder up there on the 22 MXZ, but the glove box cover seems to be metal.

I talked to the guy at SMG Wake today that drove the 2017 22 MXZ over the past weekend.  He loved it.  He said that Malibu increased the length to 22'6" (I can't confirm that number), (last year it was 21'11").  But that would explain why the cabin space looked bigger to me in the pictures.  He basically said it looks like a 22'6" version on the M235.

I can't wait until Malibu updates their website.

Oh, by the way, the build sheet MSRP is $149,907.  But that includes 4 different metallic color areas at $1,050 each and a fancier trailer adding $3,134 and $3,863 fright and dealer prep.

Edited July 13, 2016 by gordon20mxz
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[Stevo]

28 minutes ago, hethj7 said:

Any concerns when the bow gets dipped and having the batteries up there?

Under the seats and with battery box covers I don't think it's an issue

[Fman]

With a 98" beam can I make it wake to wake now at 70'! 

[IXFE]

I got some 22 MXZ close up pics too!!

First the new color... I assume this is available across the line. It's pretty slick. It's a pearl white flake. 

Here's the MXZ glove box

Recessed gas cap

Rear facing lights are now integrated into the G4 tower (long overdue) as well as side tow points

 

Rear access to lockers

Top access to lockers

Engine hatch (similar to m235) with insulated top

[gordon20mxz]

3 minutes ago, IXFE said:

I got some 22 MXZ close up pics too!!

Yeah!  Post 22 MXZ pictures.  This new 22 MXZ looks great!  Did they really increase the length to 22'6", as I was told today??

[IXFE]

Reinforced side walls

 

Hard tank are 400lbs in each rear corner

Last pic I got of the MXZ...

Those are 8" Wetsounds  the billet grab handles are pretty cool too.  Also note the padded, vinyl lined panel behind the cup holders.  Very nice 

[ID AX]

I'm digging the direction Bu is going.  I think the 21VLX will fill a gap between axis and Malibu.  I know my dealer is stoked about it.  

The new MXZ's are pretty BA.  I love the flip up access to the lockers, walk thru transom and flip over wakeseat.  

I wonder how long it will be before the VLX and LSV get sub floor ballast upgrades?

[bamaboy]

The rear surf seats and the side tow points are blatant rips from MC.  

 

Not saying that I don't like them.  Just calling a spade ...well...ya know 

Overall sweet looking though 

Edited July 13, 2016 by bamaboy

[d.diddy_13]

Jut wondering if the 98" Beam is to suit the Australian Market...

1. Our max towing width is actually only 2.5m (~ 98.4") and we have had a big crack down on over width towing last summer

2. US parent company recently acquired Malibu Australia(In Late 14) so more influence.

3. 22VLX is getting a bit big for the oz market.

4. The AUD V USD

 

21 VLX is the perfect size boat for us and by 'stripping' it down will lower the cost and make it more viable.

 

Also was thinking they may fit in a container (so not roll on roll off an an angle in a cradle) which would save huge transport costs which may result in them no longer been made in oz (maybe this model only)

 

Edited July 13, 2016 by d.diddy_13

[skurfer]

Looks like Malibu is copying the battery placement of MB

[Dan Lee]

2 hours ago, gahvey said:

Yeah - Potential buyer.  I did call my local Malibu dealer....they don't have one in stock and are trying to get the information that I was looking for.  Then I saw this one and actually liked what I saw so I thought I would get info from them.  BTW - I bought my last boat from a guy that lived 1000 miles from me....I drove 1000 miles each way because it was what I was looking for and if the deal was right I would do it again.

Gahvey- I hope you received my voice mail.  Due to the limited amount of exact specs in print, we did in fact make an error in the beam & Malibu has provided us with some specs on this model, as well as one of the first boats in the country.  We haven't been through the boat top to bottom & the specialist who does our listings did not receive the exact specs, as Malibu has a system that doesn't distribute their dealer specific info out publically. 

 

I could talk specs & changes on this boat for hours as I'm excited about the 21 VLX, however, we'd like to reserve that for Malibu to debut, as well as their pricing program, that to the best of my knowledge, was already pretty well spelled out on this thread.  I've known things to change after what they are originally presented, so I certainly apologize for someone on our sales team to come across as dumb by directing you to your local dealer.  It wouldn't be the first time a boat builder reclassifies a hull's overall length, width or weight from what was originally put out to the sales force.  

  Once Malibu rolls out everything about this boat, I'm sure you & everyone will see that this boat will fit in well in their product lineup & we know it will perform well because it says Malibu on the side (yes, even a bit bigger & further forward).  

 

Feel free to contact me if I can be of further assistance.  I know your local dealer well & can makes sure we get you anything else you need.  I did happen to fly just yesterday from MSP to PHX in 2 hours & 49 minutes, so if you had a day free & wanted to see it first hand, even on the water, we certainly would welcome you to see what this boat is all about as we try to spend time getting familiar with the new models.  The new 24 MXZ just happened to be the boat that received time on the water this weekend as we have 2 current Malibu owners very excited about that boat after seeing it. If you spent a couple hours on the water, you would realize you won't find a crew with more passion & knowledge.

Dan- 

Boulder Boats Sales Manager

602.892.8990 direct

 

Edited July 13, 2016 by Dan Lee

[pkh]

Nice pics IXFE! That pearl flake is subtle, real classy. 

Wonder how big of PnP we can expect with some Wakemakers designs... 

 

[IXFE]

1 hour ago, skurfer said:

Looks like Malibu is copying the battery placement of MB

Funny... I lost track of where MB puts the batteries... It changes like every year. 

[skurfer]

There is so irony to my post. MB's are under the floor.

[Cory]

I think a 21', 98" beam boat is going to sell well.  It was what I wanted as IXFE mentioned, but I've gotten used to my 21'10" (102" beam) VLX now, so I'll probably not step down in size, particularly now that we have a third daughter on the way.

I don't much care for Malibu's pickle nose design, but I really do like the design and features of that new MXZ otherwise.  I may just be enticed to buy 1 more 22 VLX in a couple years.  Who knows...  I just need to hope for a PCM H6 as an upgrade option.

FYI -- Stock Ballast on the new 22mxz:

400lbs each rear

550lbs mid-ship

450lbs bow

[smooky]

1 hour ago, Cory said:

particularly now that we have a third daughter on the way.

 

Out of topic, but congrats Cory !!

4 hours ago, IXFE said:

 

First the new color... I assume this is available across the line. It's pretty slick. It's a pearl white flake. 

I'm not for white boat, but with this new color I will probably change my judgment :-)

Edited July 13, 2016 by smooky

[ahopkins22LSV]

8 hours ago, UWSkier said:

Wonder if they'll have it pulling the open here next month.  Doubtful unless they get it to a select handful of promo guys before they sell their '16s.  They had new models at the open last year though.

Hope the new rig has gunnel ski storage like the ProStar.  The current storage is kinda useless.

Probably won't be pulling the open because it wouldn't have had time to go through the approvals and such. With the new hull and my very strong gut feeling that the 5.3 DI will be available for the power plant it will have to go through the full approval process. And I was told the release will be this fall. 

[UWSkier]

Interesting.  It's only a matter of time before the 5.3L makes its way into a Response.  Rumor has it MC/Ilmor has had several delays getting it out for the Prostar though.  I know of one in existence out in the wild and supposedly you get yelled at if you try to lift the motor box...

[tncumminsguy]

Saw a brand new 2017 22 MXZ yesterday and all I have to say is WOW, I climbed through the entire boat and this thing is light years ahead of my 2011 23 LSV . They really put a lot of thought into storage and layout with this boat and it shows. This will be my next boat hands down

Edited July 13, 2016 by tncumminsguy

[catalac]

Thanks for posting the pics of 21vlx, we don't have a Malibu dealer in Alberta now so tough to get a look with out a 5 hour drive. Not liking the look of the interior in pics looks cheap, hopefully better in real life.

Edited July 13, 2016 by catalac

[REHinH20]

Not 

17 hours ago, IXFE said:

 

@Coryshould be happy with the new 21 VLX too!

 

 

AWS told me 21' 0" long & 98" wide

A few more shots...

 

Not that I will miss them, but the docking lights are gone.

[ahopkins22LSV]

17 minutes ago, REHinH20 said:

Not 

Not that I will miss them, but the docking lights are gone.

Are they just an option?

[tncumminsguy]

The thing that has impressed me most about the 22mxz is the bow sitting room, anchor locker, and the AMP/battery storage area IS HUGE. Honestly You could throw a couple of 12's in there is has so much room. I could easily keep my 40inch sky ski set up in there without a doubt. The new hardware they are using on the seats and everywhere just feels solid and beefy compared to previous years. Malibu is really stepping it up with all these boats I can say that. Nothing feels "cheap" or flimsy. I absolutely love the walkway with seadek like the G's have because it will allow the vinyl to stay nice.  Really hope an upgrade is n the cards for me.

 

Does anyone happen to know what amps they would have if the boat comes standard with rev 8's?

[mrnate450r]

Has there been a 2017 22 VLX or 23/25 LSV sighting yet?