See full version: Baja Lives Up to All Its Name Implies
A 2010 review by BoatTest.com summed up the Baja experience just right: "If you're having a mid-life crisis, but you're not overflowing with cash, Baja has just the boat for you: The 245 Performance is built like a big boat but has the price tag of a small one."
Baja began in 1971 when four determined owners built their first boat in an abandoned roller skating rink. Their product line grew with a lineup of 14- to 20-foot vessels, and by the late 1970s captured the attention of Powerboat magazine, which named the 1979 Baja Carrera SS Bowrider the "Boat of the Year." [links]
That's what's so genius about the North Carolina-based boat manufacturer Baja Marine, which has been creating some of the world's best high-performance boats since the 1970s. It's the ideal name for a company that currently produces two families of models: four Outlaw series and two Islander options: two more names that definitely fit the image of the boats. Just check out the super-sleek 2001 Baja 36 Outlaw Poker Run Edition pictured above, and currently listed with POP Yachts. It has a ton of options and upgrades paired with Baja's award-winning design and undeniable performance. here
Throughout the 1980s ad 90s, the company continued to expand, introducing the .38 Special, Outlaw, Islander and a sport fishing line, as well.
Funny thing about the English language - there are certain words that conjure up specific images. And when paired with the right concept, they can really say it all. A word like "Baja" for example elicits visions of the perfect vacation, beautiful sights, suntanned skin and a tropical breeze whipping through your hair. here
If you can relate to that, check out the 90 used Baja boats listed with POP Yachts right now. Give us a call at 941-257-0111, and we'll connect you with a sales representative who will help you find the boat you've been dreaming of. more
The company broke ground for a new $1 million facility in the Bucyrus Airport Industrial Center on Dec. 10, 1974. The new building was the first phase of a four-year expansion program which saw all aspects of the company's operation move to Issac Beal Road.
According to then Baja vice president Michael Scruggs said that the problem resulted from two missed loan payments. [links]
While still on Jones Street, the company suffered a series of fires in 1976, the first happening on Jan. 23 and the second Feb. 5. Both were small fires, causing little damage.
Baja boats has been built on an evolution of performance, our very first model was something special. In a bold display of drive and determination, four owner/employees assembled the original design in an abandoned roller skating rink in 1971. What they lacked in resources, they made up for in motivation — a single-minded mission to build the finest performance boats in the world. Over the next two years, Baja Boats was born, and a product line of 14- to 20-footers, including the classic CT 150 racing design, took shape.
We spent the next several years perfecting our nontraditional designs, further solidifying Baja’s styling and position as an innovator. The expansion of the line continued to include distinctively styled, world-class offshore boats like the 240 Sport and the 420 Sport.
We kept pushing the envelope — The new millennium has brought with it innovation and style unlike anything you’ve seen from Baja.
Over four decades of mind-blowing innovation, and Baja continues to blaze new trails and redefine the category of performance boats. We call it the evolution of performance. Now strap yourself in and get ready for a revolution in performance. . .the next generation of Baja.
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Baja's flagship 36 Outlaw is the ultimate value in high-performance boating. Phenomenal performance. Unmatched quality. Head-turning style.
Outlaws never follow. With the 24 Outlaw's bold look and MerCruiser power, you'll definitely lead the pack. Backed by Baja's forward-thinking design and optimum precision, you'll be in control. [links]
If performance is your game, the 27 Outlaw is your weapon. A roomy layout delivers plenty of cockpit space to move around so go ahead, bring your friends to the chase. Put yourself in the driver’s seat and make your dream a reality. The 27 Outlaw will not disappoint.