1988 Sutphen Super Pacer | MerCruiser 434 Big Block

A true piece of American performance-boating history, this 1988 Sutphen Super Pacer combines classic offshore styling with the unmistakable sound and performance of big-block power.

Boat house kept its entire life and meticulously cared-for by a single owner.

Powered by a MerCruiser 434 cubic-inch big block, the Super Pacer delivers the raw, mechanical driving experience that made performance boats of this era so memorable. Its long, low-profile hull, deep cockpit and aggressive lines give it a timeless presence on the water that stands apart from modern production boats.

Sutphen has a long-standing reputation for building serious performance hulls, and the Super Pacer reflects that heritage. Designed for confident handling at speed, the hull offers the substantial, planted feel expected from a classic offshore-inspired performance boat.

The cockpit maintains the purposeful character of the boat, while the substantial engine compartment houses the 434 big block—the centerpiece of the Super Pacer experience. From the exhaust note at idle to the acceleration when the throttles are opened, this is a boat built around the enjoyment of driving.

For the enthusiast looking for something considerably more distinctive than a conventional bowrider or modern sport boat, this 1988 Sutphen Super Pacer offers classic styling, big-block performance and the pedigree of the Sutphen name.

Highlights include:

• 1988 Sutphen Super Pacer

• MerCruiser 434 cu. in. big-block power

• Classic offshore-inspired performance hull

• Deep, secure cockpit

• Iconic low-profile Sutphen styling

• Big-block performance and exhaust note

• Rare vintage performance boat

• Excellent platform for the enthusiast or collector

• • Make: Sutphen

  • Model: Super Pacer

  • Type: High-Performance / Offshore Sport Boat

  • Length: 20'

  • Hull Material: Fiberglass

  • Hull Type: Deep-V Performance Hull

  • Engine: MerCruiser 434 Big Block

  • Displacement: 434 cu. in. / approximately 7.1L

  • Fuel Type: Gasoline

  • Engine Configuration: Single Big-Block V8

  • Propulsion: Sterndrive / Inboard-Outboard

  • Drive: MerCruiser

  • Steering: Hydraulic/Mechanical Performance Steering*

  • Estimated Dry Weight: Approximately 2,800 lb*

  • Cockpit: Open performance cockpit

  • Construction: Fiberglass performance hull

  • Heritage: Classic American performance boat

  • Manufacturer: Sutphen Marine

  • Country of Manufacture: USA