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Builder · Luxury · Pulaski, Wisconsin

Marquis

Wisconsin luxury sport-yacht builder, 2002-founded. Express cruisers and flybridge yachts 42 to 72 feet.

Marquis sport yacht at coastal cruise
Founded
2002
Headquarters
Pulaski, Wisconsin
Ownership
Marquis Yachts (private)
Tier
Luxury
Website
marquisyachts.com

Marquis is the Wisconsin luxury sport-yacht builder, founded in 2002. Production stays at the Pulaski, Wisconsin facility. The lineup runs express cruisers and flybridge yachts 42 to 72 feet.

The brand argument is the Italian-design partnership (Nuvolari Lenard collaborated on multiple hulls) and the Volvo IPS rigging on the smaller flagship hulls. Marquis competes with Cruisers Yachts and the smaller Sea Ray Sundancer hulls.

Lineup

Current platforms.

Model breakdown

Each platform, what it does and where it falls short.

Marquis Express series (420 / 470 / 500 SC)

Express SC is the sport-cruiser line. Twin Volvo IPS or Cummins inboard, mid-cabin, premium fit-and-finish.

Things we like

  • · Volvo IPS rigging gives joystick docking
  • · Italian-design language on premium sport-cruiser layout

Things we don't

  • · Smaller dealer footprint than Sea Ray
  • · Pricing competes with Cruisers Yachts at equivalent LOA

Marquis Flybridge series (590 / 650 / 720)

Flybridge line. Twin MAN or Cummins inboard, master stateroom plus crew quarters on the larger hulls.

Things we like

  • · Italian-design flybridge layout
  • · Premium fit-and-finish at segment top

Things we don't

  • · Smaller production volume, used inventory thin
  • · Pricing competes with Princess F-Class at equivalent LOA

Buyer's guide

The Marquis story and what to know on the used market.

Origin and ownership

Marquis was founded in 2002 in Wisconsin. The brand emerged from the Carver Yachts portfolio and has stayed independent. Production has stayed in Pulaski.

Design philosophy

Marquis hulls use moderate-V planing form on the Express SC line. The Italian-design partnership influences the styling and interior layout.

Volvo IPS and Cummins inboard are the standard rigging options.

Used-market notes and known issues

Volvo IPS sail-drive seal pattern on 2017 to 2020 hulls warrants inspection.

Hull-side cosmetic gel coat on saltwater-stored hulls in UV-heavy markets shows oxidation.

Generator service is a 100-hour preventive item on flagship hulls.

Dealer network smaller than Sea Ray or Cruisers Yachts, concentrated in the Great Lakes.

Resale

Marquis holds resale at the upper-mid luxury sport-yacht segment. Three-year depreciation runs 16 to 22 percent. Five-year depreciation runs 28 to 35 percent.

Where Marquis fits

Buyers cross-shop Marquis against Cruisers Yachts, Sea Ray Sundancer, and the smaller Princess and Sunseeker hulls. The argument is the Italian-design language and the Wisconsin build discipline.

FAQ

Frequently asked.

Marquis vs Cruisers Yachts?
Both Great Lakes-bred luxury sport-yacht builders. Cruisers Yachts holds slightly tighter resale; Marquis gives the Italian-design language. Cross-shop on dealer proximity and styling preference.
What's the maintenance cost on a 470 SC?
Annual service on twin Volvo IPS800 runs $4,500 to $7,000. Bottom paint $1,200 to $2,500. Storage $5,000 to $15,000. Insurance for a $1.2M hull runs $7,000 to $12,000.
Where are Marquis built?
Pulaski, Wisconsin. Private facility.

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