With their eye-catching sleek lines the latest Scout Boats to arrive in Bermuda are sure to turn heads wherever they go.

And that’s what Warren Roe and Lyle Douglas at Marine Locker are hoping for as they promote the stylish and versatile motor boats to island residents.

With the 2017 America’s Cup on the horizon there is a renewed buzz surrounding boats and all things nautical in Bermuda.

“We are seeing better signs, and with the America’s Cup coming we are hoping sales will take off,” said Mr Roe, service manager.

This month the 275 Dorado was one of the new models to arrive on the island from the Scout Boats’ headquarters in South Carolina.

“For Bermuda it’s the perfect fit. It has performance and style. It is attractive and our customers love them. It’s a trendy, trending boat,” said Mr Roe.

The Scout Boats range from entry level models to the type of vessel a more sophisticated boater would seek.

Marketed as unsinkable due to their design and largely fibreglass construction, the boats can be used for fishing trips or family fun outings, such as on-the-water picnics, pulling along a water skier or an inflatable, or even just cruising around and relaxing.

Perhaps not too surprisingly in the age of tablets and smartphones, the boats feature the latest touchscreen controls that give a spacey, uncluttered feel to the main console. As a back-up there are a few key controls that can be operated with push buttons. Additionally, there is a cabinet area where all other controls can be accessed should there be a touchscreen problem.

The 275 Dorado impresses with its versatility. The seating areas and tables that can fold away to make room on a fishing expedition for tackle and standing room. There is a lot of storage space for equipment and any prized catches of the day.

The 27.5-foot boat has a fully enclosed head, and has room for dining and lounging at the front and rear. It is powered by two Evinrude outboard engines, which are colour co-ordinated with the boat. There is an easy access platform at the rear of the boat for getting in and out of the water should you wish to go for a swim or scuba dive.

Mr Roe said the attention to detail found on Scout Boats differentiate them from other boats competing for the same market.

“There is a lot of innovation,” he said, pointing out handy pocket holders for keys and mobile phones and the subtle accent lighting that emits from the roof space.

Noting the stylish appearance of the boats, Mr Douglas, sales manager, added: “There is nothing in Bermuda with these lines.”

The Scout Boats are low maintenance and hard-wearing, according to Mr Roe. Depending on the specification, the prices start from around $55,000 and go up to the $400,000s range.

“We have something to fit all budgets,” he said.

As an added bonus, and in collaboration with the Hamilton Princess, buyers of a Scout Boat from The Marine Locker are eligible for a free month on an annual contract to berth at the hotel’s marina. The customer would pay for 11 months and enjoy 12.

The Marine Locker has been in business for more than 30 years and has seen trends come and go. Before the recession that started in 2008 the firm sold around 75 per cent of its boats to the guest worker community. Today it is “mostly Bermuda dollars” that are buying new boats, according to Mr Roe.

The company remains optimistic that an improving economy will bring with it a rising number of customers looking to go out on the water with a touch of style.

The Marine Locker store is on Gorham Road and its serving branch, Bermuda Marine Supply and Services, is on Pitts Bay Road, near to the Hamilton Princess. Currently the business has five Scout Boats in stock, representing a cross-section from the range.