The Mail-Journal, Volume 27, Number 1, Milford, Kosciusko County, 17 February 1988 — Page 33

Plaza Marina offers full service to area boaters

Plaza Marina, on the southeast side of Lake Tippecanoe, is a full service marina which has been serving the boating public in its location three miles west of SR 13, 4 miles east of SR 15 and just north of Armstrong Road since 1978. In fact, including the-present Plaza Marina ownership, a marina has operated in that location for 40 years, having been started by Ben Baker in 1948. While the marina is super busy throughout the summer months, Plaza Marina has a lot of activity in all seasons, as it participates in several large boat shows in the off season. A large selection of bass boats, ski boats, runabouts, deck boats and pontoon boats is on display at Plaza for winter shoppers to take advantage of discount prices. A feature at the marina is the offer of little down payment required and first payment not due until April. John Jansma, who purchased the business

CHAPARRAL XL. SKIERS ARE GOING OVERBOARD FOR THESE BOATS! XL is quick out of the hole, tight on turns, and a kick to slalom behind. Add a teak dive platform with fold down ladder, a stainless steel ski tow, lots of storage space, and XL might just be the hottest boat on the 'BB ski scene. Standard features are hot items, too. Like full instrumentation, AM/FM stereo cassette sound system, deluxe interior in bowrider or cutty. Best part is, XL is fun on the water, with no drain on the budget. So if you love boating you don't have to be rich to own a Chaparral. Just smart. 1988 Chaparral 17' 1.0.130 Mercruiser With Power Steering, Trailmaster Custom Trailer, > Custom Fit Travel Cover — — Special Mid-Winter Price n>e nes * *5 ’9850S Tax, Title & DNR Not Included Plaza Marina Sales • Service • Storage LAKE TIPPECANOE H C < X X LEESBURG, INDIANA ”NT V ■ W I

in September, 1986, comes from a boating background. His family owned a dealership in South Holland, Hl. and his brother, Jerry, operates a marina at Lake of the Ozarks. Jansma, whose son, Tim, works with him as parts manager, said he enjoys his association with boating equipment and, more importantly, with people. He continued with the comment that the company is probably best known for selling bass boats, specifically Smoker Craft and Dyna-Trak brands. Probably the next best seller is the Smoker Craft deck boat, an excellent combination of ski-boat and party boat. Also available are Ski Supreme and Chaparral, which ia a family type runabout. A large selection of motors is available as Plaza Marina is a dealer for Mercury, Mercruiser and Suzuki engines. Outboard and inboard/outboard Ebb Tide ski boats are also popular. A boating accessory store which handles a large line of boating items

is conveniently located by the large showroom at the marina. Plaza Marina has a nice, big boat ramp, convenient gas docks and a fine shop, which is managed by Dennis Whitaker, service manager. All mechanics are certified and take classes periodically to keep up their certification. The shop does all types of boat repairs, including engine rebuilding and fiberglass repair. Used boating equipment is all run through the shop to be refurbished before it is offered for resale.

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PLENTY OF BOATS AT PLAZA MARINA — The showroom at Plaza Marina, on the southeast side of Tippecanoe Lake, is well stocked with boats, motors and accessories as the service staff continues with its motor repair and tune-up jobs in the large service area. Anxious for summer to come again are, from the left, Mark Green, certified Mercury and Suzuki mechanic; Ruth Schacht, office manager; John Jansma, owner; and Dennis Whitaker, service manager.

Wed., February 17,1988 — PROGRESS EDITION

Large storage facilities, both on and off the premises, can handle up to 200 boats, which a - e all winterized before storage. A gas driven portable unit can be used to apply heat shrinking plastic to boats for storage. This can also be done at the customer’s site if requested. Plaza Marina will hold its second bass tournament on June 19, with proceeds going to Ronald McDonald’s Children’s Hospital in Indiai apolis. Last year this event earned $2,600 for the hospital.