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1986 S2 Yachts 27
$21,500
Darien, Connecticut
Very good condition has not been used much in past years but is ready to go. The Yamaha 9.9 hp motor runs very well according to the seller. All sails are in good shape and do not need any repairs done to them. This boat has been well-kept by its owners they took pride in the boat being in its best condition at all times Stock #327121 Great Sailboat - Well cared for - They wish they could keep it - Ready to enjoy! Check out this 1986 S2 Yachts 27 sloop! This gently used S2 27 is a perfect vessel for a couple or a small family to enjoy a day sail, or to spend a few nights moored on the marina, or even on the lake. 2015 Yamaha 9.9hp 4-stroke engine will get you home if the wind doesn't blow. This vessel is equipped with a freshwater holding tank, a manual flushing toilet, and two built-in ice coolers to keep your food fresh. Nice features include an up-to-date Raymarine chart plotter and radar, Raymarine Autohelm, and a Doyle Stack-Pac main sail. The dining table neatly stows into the galley cabinet when not in use. The table can be quickly attached to either the mast in the salon or on the aft deck for alfresco dining. Roller furling jib, with all lines running aft makes for easy short-handed sailing. If the winds are light, the vessel comes with whisker and spinnaker poles. Race/cruise, the S2 27 is a great boat to get you on the water, without breaking the bank Reason for selling is not using enough.
1986 S2 Yachts 27
$8,900
Charleston, South Carolina
1986 S2 Yachts 27 “CURRENT PRICE” IS A GUIDE. ALL OFFERS RESPECTFULLY CONSIDERED. General Description The S2 27, built by Tiara Yachts, is one of the most responsive 27's ever produced by a US sailboat builder...perfect for cruising in a cove, daysailing and even overnight trips. Designed by G&S, this model demonstrates excellent quality and workmanship. Actual Condition This well-maintained S2 has been lovingly donated and is ready to sail. This is a fresh water boat and it appears to show extremely well. This is your opportunity to get a wonderful sailing vessel and help a great cause! Don't miss this one...make an offer now! EquipmentA trailer is not included in this sale. Engines Please read Motors and Machinery Disclaimer. Motors and Machinery DisclaimerNo statement of condition can be made regarding motors, engines or machinery, whatsoever. A photo may appear of the engine compartment and machinery, but it is entirely the buyers responsibility to inspect and determine their actual condition. * On occasion we receive unverified information regarding mechanical condition. "Ripple" LAM
1991 S2 Yachts Pursuit Express Sport Fishing Boat w/ tuna tower twin 250 Yahamas
$27,500
Trinity, North Carolina
Category Sport Fishing Boats
Length 28.0
Posted Over 1 Month
Boat is in very good shape Fighting lady yellow and white. has tower with buggy top. Also has queen birth with electric cooktop and sink with electric head and shower. Brand new bilge pumps and float switches and saltwater wash down pumps and live well pumps. @ Garmin GPS's and Furuno color bottom machine, double Sea star hydraulic steering. Has 4 blade stainless props along with 3 blade stainless props also. Engines have approx. 750 hrs. on them has new lower units on both now. Boat runs strong. Has two new group 27 heavy duty batteries. Has bait center and tackle center, 24 ft. out riggers 16 rod holders Boat is in water and ready for sea trial. It has a swim platform and bracket which makes it a 31 ft. boat fast and dependable with inter-grated trim tabs. If boat brings my asking price I will throw in a brand new zero hrs. never been fired yahama 250 engine as back up. This is a very rare boat S2 didn't build many like this Compare prices
1982 S2 8.5A 28 foot Sailboat with Inboard Yanmar Diesel - In Racine Wisconsin
$2,750
Racine, Wisconsin
**** PLEASE NOTE: Because of the relatively low BUY IT NOW price, payment will be due within 24 hours via paypal. I will send you a paypal invoice after a successful "BUY IT NOW" or an accepted offer. Please only buy or offer if you have positive feedback. Your buy it now or offer constitutes a binding agreement to purchase so please ask questions BEFORE clicking "BUY IT NOW" or making an offer. After receiving your payment I will overnight you the title or meet you in person depending on timing and my availability.**** Very Nice S2 8.5A (28ft) for sale in Racine Wisconsin. I'm expecting a second child soon and really don't want to sell this excellent great lakes cruiser. Clean and clear Wisconsin title.Tiller steering. (always my preference)Inboard Yanmar diesel is extremely clean and fuel efficient. Recent full Yanmar service checkout since boat was last launched.Furling headsail in good shape. Newer mainsail in excellent shape.New Raymarine autopilot professionally installed. Shore power and long power cable. Halyards in good shape.New marine head and holding tank (never used). Chainplates recently professionally rebedded by boatyard. Interior in excellent shape.Solid fiberglass hull. All tabbed in joinery in excellent shape. Cored deck with NO soft spots. Very large cockpit.Includes steel cradle as well. I looked at everything in this size and price range in the lower half of lake Michigan for two years and this is the nicest boat I could find by leaps and bounds. Solid turnkey value. Launch is all ready paid for with the boat yard. You can be in the water tomorrow. No better deal can be found on solid and ready to sail Great Lakes cruiser with a clean inboard diesel - it is just time for me to move it along. Currently out of the water at Racine Riverside Marina in Racine, WI. Summer storage is paid through the end of this month and a launch is included in the purchase. If you chose not to launch until next season the storage rates at the Marina for winter are extremely reasonable and the pre-paid launch will still be yours come next summer. Here is a Review from "Practical Sailor" S2 8.5 MeterThe 8.5 is good for cruising the coasts in comfort and style--as long as you like the modern look.When Leon Slikkers founded S2 Yachts in 1973, much of the attention to detail that had previously characterized Slickcraft powerboats—Slikkers’ earlier boatbuilding venture— traveled with him to the new boatbuilding company. In the 13 years S2 sailboats were in production (S2 still makes powerboats), the company produced a variety of modern cruising designs from the board of Arthur Edmunds, all characterized by longish fin keels, freestanding spade rudders, straight sheerlines, and a staggering variety of draft options and cockpit locations. In the early ’80s, S2 reached more for the performance market with the Grand Slam series of small boats, and the 10.3 “offshore racer-cruiser.” These higher performance boats were designed by Scott Graham and Eric Schlageter, well known for their MORC and smaller IOR designs.The S2 8.5 is a 28-footer cast in the company’s traditional mold. Her hull dimensions, sail area, displacement, and general design characteristics put her square in the middle of the modern 28-footers such as the Tanzer 8.5, Newport 28, O’Day 28, and the Pearson 28.The boat’s styling is conventionally modern. She has a fairly straight sheer, fairly high freeboard, and low, raked cabin trunk with dark tinted flush ports. Production of the 8.5 ran from 1981 to 1983. The boat was replaced by the similar S2 8.6, which continued until S2 stopped making sailboats in 1986.ConstructionThe hull of the S2 8.5 is a solid hand layup. Glasswork is excellent, and is noted by owners as one of the main considerations in buying the boat. Gelcoat quality is excellent.Slight roving printthrough is evident, but it is not objectionable. Minor hard spots are visible in the topsides, probably caused by the attachment of interior furniture and bulkheads.The deck molding is cored with end grain balsa, giving a solid feel underfoot as well as providing reasonable insulating properties.S2’s hull-to-deck joint is the basic type that we would like to see adopted throughout the industry. The hull molding has an inward-turning flange, onto which the deck molding is dropped. The joint is bedded in flexible sealant, and through bolted on six inch intervals by bolts passing through the full length slotted aluminum toerail. The joint is also through bolted across the stem.All deck hardware is properly through bolted, although pulpits, cleats, and winches merely use nuts and washers on the underside of the deck, rather than the aluminum or stainless steel backing plates we prefer.Another feature of the hull-to-deck joint is a heavy, semi-rigid vinyl rubrail at the sheerline, quite aptly termed a “crash rubrail” by S2. This will go a long way toward absorbing the shock of the inevitable encounters with docks and the other hard objects that seem to be attracted to the topsides of the typical sailboat. Although this rail is black when the boat is new, it had dulled to a chalky gray on older S2’s we examined.The builder advertises “bronze seacocks on all through hull fittings.” These are not traditional tapered plug seacocks, but are ball valves mounted directly to through hull fittings. A proper seacock—whether it uses a ball valve or a tapered plug—has a heavy flange to allow through bolting to the hull. This is an important safety feature. Should a valve seize, it may become necessary to apply a great deal of leverage to the handle in order to open or close the valve. The deeply threaded through hull stem can easily break under these conditions, and more than one boat has been lost in this manner.We also suggest that seacocks be installed on the cockpit drain scuppers and the bilge pump outlet, both of which may be under water while the boat is sailing. Light air performance would benefit by the fairing in of the through hull fittings, particularly the head intake and discharge, both of which are far enough forward to have a significant effect on water flow past the hull.Ballast is a 3,000 pound lead casting, epoxied inside a hollow keel shell. We prefer an external lead casting bolted to the hull for its shock-absorbing qualities and ease of repair. This preference was reinforced recently when we examined an old Bristol 27 just sold by a friend. The surveyor noticed dampness near the bottom of the leading edge of the keel, which showed slight external damage. Probing the loose putty revealed some abrasion of the glass keel molding. In order to sell the boat, it was necessary to grind away a large portion of the glass at the front of the keel, dry out the ballast, and reglass the lead—a job that took several days of work and cost our friend a fair chunk of money.Much of the boat’s interior structure is plywood, glassed to the hull. Fillet bonding is neat and workmanlike with no rough edges to be found.Chainplates are conventional stainless steel flat bar, bolted to bulkheads and plywood gussets in the main cabin. These are properly backed with stainless steel pads. Due to the fact that the hull is lined throughout with a carpet-like synthetic material, it is not possible to examine the bonding of the chainplate knees to the hull. The stemhead fitting is a stainless steel weldment, through bolted to the deck and hull and reinforced inside the hull with a stainless steel gusset to prevent deflection of the deck from the pull aft of the headstay. We’d like to see a metal backup pad behind this fitting rather than the washers which are used.General construction is thoughtful and well executed, with excellent glasswork, a strong and simple hull-to-deck joint, and reasonably installed hardware and fittings.Handling Under PowerAlthough some early models of the 8.5 used a seven horsepower BMW diesel, the 1982 version employs an eight horsepower Yanmar. These small Yanmars are quite impressive, light in weight and far smoother than the company’s older rockcrushers.Because of the high freeboard and considerable windage of the 8.5, the standard engine is the absolute minimum power plant for the boat. Recognizing this fact, the company offered a 15 horsepower, two-cylinder Yanmar as an option. For another 75 pounds and $1,150, we would want this option on the boat if the ability to get places under power is a real consideration.The extra fuel consumption of the larger engine will scarcely be noticed. The 18 gallon aluminum fuel tank will probably give a range under power of over 250 miles—more than adequate for a 28 foot cruising boat.The fuel tank is located under the cockpit and is securely mounted and properly grounded. There is an easily reached fuel shut off between the engine and tank. Unfortunately, the fuel fill is located in the cockpit sole. Spilled diesel oil turns even the best fiberglass nonskid into an ice skating rink. Fuel fills should be located on deck, where spills can be efficiently washed away.Engine access is via a large removable panel on the inboard face of the quarterberth. This panel lacks any kind of handhold to make it easily removable, which will discourage regular checking of the engine oil. The top companionway step also removes for access, but it’s a long reach to the dipstick.There is no oil pan under the engine. It will be necessary to be very careful when changing oil to keep the bilge clean. We have yet to see anyone change oil and filters on a boat engine without spilling something.With the quarterberth panel removed, access for routine service is excellent. The quarterberth has remarkable headroom over, so that the mechanic will not feel like a trapped spelunker after a half hour of work. Engine removal will require some joinerwork disassembly.Handling Under SailThe S2 8.5 is no slug under sail. Her PHRF rating of 174 to 180 compares very favorably to other boats of her size and type. The Sabre 28, for example, has a rating of 198. The Pearson 28 about 195, and the O’Day 28 about 198.Part of this is no doubt due to the fact that the standard sails on the boat come from the North loft. While North’s OEM sails may not be the vertical cut Mylar-Kevlar wonders that adorn custom boats, they’re a lot better than most.S2 now uses Hall spars. The simple masthead rig is extremely clean, with airfoil spreaders and internal tangs. The boom features an internal outhaul and provision for two internally-led reefing lines, with cam cleats at the forward end of the boom.The deck-stepped mast is mounted in a stainless steel deck plate incorporating plenty of holes for the attachment of blocks. Halyards and Cunningham lead aft along the cabin house top to a pair of Lewmar #8 winches. Lewmar #16s are optional, but hardly necessary.The main is controlled by a six-part Harken rig mounted on the end of the boom, and a Kenyon traveler mounted on the aft cockpit coaming. This will work fine with the tiller-steered version of the boat. With wheel steering, the mainsheet is likely to be a nuisance to the helmsman.Because of the end-of-boom sheeting, a boom vang will be essential for full mainsail control. Ironically, the boat’s drawings show almost mid-boom sheeting, with the traveler mounted on the bridgedeck at the forward end of the cockpit. This is probably a better arrangement, although it heavily loads the center of the boom and requires more sheeting force.Owners of 8.5s have little but praise for the interior of the boat. The cabin has a wide feeling, created by pushing everything outboard. The “chart area” on the plan is a myth, as far as we can tell.Despite the fact that the shrouds are set well in from the rail, the boat lacks inboard headsail tracks. Rather, you are limited to snatch blocks shackled to the toerail track. A six-foot piece of track set inboard of the rail would be a useful addition.Standard headsail sheet winches are two-speed Lewmar #30s. Options include both larger winches and self-tailers, both of which are worth considering for either racing or cruising. The cockpit coamings are wide enough for mounting larger primaries and secondaries.The high-quality rig and sails add to the price of the S2, but they are additions well worth the cost.Deck LayoutThe deck layout of the 8.5 is clean and functional, with no toe stubbers to catch you unawares. There are two foredeck mooring cleats, but no bow chocks. The necessity to lead an anchor line well off the boat’s centerline, coupled with high freeboard forward, is likely to result in a boat which sails around on her anchor or mooring. The 8.5 has a pair of wide stainless steel chafing strips at the bow which will greatly protect the deck from the chafe of the anchor line.The 8.5’s foredeck anchor well is one of the best we’ve seen. It is shallow—just deep enough to hold an anchor and adequate rode. There are double scuppers, which offer less likelihood of clogging. The lid is held on by a full-length piano hinge, and there is a positive latch.The shallow locker well above the waterline means that water is less likely to enter through the scuppers, which can be a real problem with a deep anchor well. When the bow pitches into waves, a deep anchor well can fill with water, and if the scuppers clog with debris, you can find yourself sailing around with several hundred pounds of extra weight in the worst possible position. There is no provision for securing the bitter end of the anchor rode, but a big galvanized eyebolt installed in the well by the owner will solve that one.The running lights leave something to be desired. Their location at deck level just aft of the stem makes them vulnerable to damage when handling ground tackle. We much prefer an international style bicolor mounted on the pulpit, another two feet off the water: easier to see, and out of the way. Wiring for the running lights is exposed in the anchor well, and should be secured out of the way.A recessed teak handrail runs the full length of the cabin trunk, serving the dual function of heavy weather handhold and cabin trim piece. Its shape makes it far easier to oil or varnish than the conventional round handrail, although the wide, flat section seems somewhat awkward after years of grabbing round rails.The 8.5’s cockpit is the maximum size we’d want to see on a boat of this size. The T-shape is designed to accommodate the optional wheel steerer, yielding a somewhat odd layout for the tiller-steered version. A bench seat spans the aft end of the cockpit. Although this makes good seating in port, we doubt that you’d want anyone sitting there under sail: too much weight in the end of the boat. It does make a natural helmsman’s seat for wheel steering.The engine controls and instrument panel are also located at the aft end of the cockpit, and are basically inaccessible to the helmsman of a tiller-steered version.There are two lifting lids in the aft cockpit bench, giving access to a cavernous space under the cockpit. To be useful, dacron bags should be fitted to the inside of these lockers. Then, they’ll be handy stowage for spare sheets and blocks.There are comfortable contoured seats along each side of the cockpit, with a huge locker under the port seat. Although plywood pen boards somewhat separate this locker from the engine space under the cockpit, it would be far too easy for deeply piled junk to get knocked over the board and into the engine. This locker should be partitioned into smaller spaces unless it is to be used exclusively as a sail locker.The battery boxes, fitted at the forward end of the locker, could benefit from plywood or fiberglass lids to keep battery acid off gear which might find its way onto the batteries. The box is designed to take two batteries—one battery is standard—stored in plastic containers. A single lid covering the whole box would be more efficient.The huge cockpit will accommodate up to six for sailing, and eight for in-port partying. The cockpit seat bottoms are contoured, and the cockpit coamings slope outboard for more comfortable seating. However, the seats are both too narrow and too short for sleeping.The forward end of the cockpit is protected by a narrow bridgedeck. However, the cockpit coatings extend a full foot above the level of the bridgedeck, To block the companionway to the level of the top of the coamings will require leaving two of the three drop boards in place when sailing.Although there is moderate taper to the sides of the companionway, making it easier to remove the drop boards, it is still necessary to lift each board about five inches before it can be removed. This is far safer than many tapered companionways, where boards practically fall out if you look at them wrong. The companionway slide is one of the best we’ve seen. It’s a contoured piece of acrylic fitted with a convenient grabrail. It slides easily in extruded aluminum channels, and is fitted with a fiberglass storm hood. As on many boats, the aft cabin bulkhead slopes forward, rendering it impossible to leave the drop boards out for ventilation when it rains.BelowdecksOwners consistently praise the interior design and finishing of S2 sailboats. From looking at the 8.5, it’s pretty easy to see why.There are no exposed interior fiberglass surfaces except the head floor pan molding. The hull and cabin overhead are lined with a carpet-like synthetic fabric. While this will undoubtedly cut down on condensation, we at first wondered how this fabric would hold up over time. Inevitably, the hull liner and even the overhead will get wet. In freshwater areas, this is no problem. The water will eventually evaporate. In salt water, however, wet fabric never seems to dry. Salt draws moisture like a magnet draws steel. Since first seeing this boat, however, we’ve had good experiences with the fabric. Be sure, however, to get a good wet-or-dry vacuum to keep it clean.Interior layout is fairly conventional, with Vberths forward, and immediately aft, a full width head. The head can be closed off from both the forward cabin and the main cabin with solid doors—a real luxury in a boat this size. There is a large hanging locker in the head, and reasonable storage space for toilet articles.The word for the main cabin is “wide,” with the settees pushed as far outboard as they can go. Décor is a little heavy on the teak for our taste, but it is one of the better coordinated interiors we have seen. S2 had a good interior decorator.A fold-down dining table seats four. When folded against the bulkhead, it is held in place by a single latch, which makes us nervous.Neither settee is full length. The foot of the port settee runs under the galley counter, making it long enough for sleeping, although your feet may feel a little claustrophobic in the tiny footwell.The starboard settee is an unusual configuration. The aftermost 12" of the settee folds up to form an arm rest, leaving a gap between the end of the settee and the head of the quarterberth.Inexplicably, this gap is referred to on the accommodation plan as a “charting area,” although there is neither a standard nor an optional chart table. It’s sort of like the designer ran out of energy before completing the interior design.Over the non-existent “charting area” is the best electrical panel we’ve seen on a 28 foot boat. The panel has a locking battery switch, battery test meter, and a panel with room for 14 circuit breakers, although only half are installed on the standard boat.The space is welcome, since with the proliferation of marine electronics most electrical panels are woefully inadequate.Most quarterberths tend to induce claustrophobia. That of the 8.5 is more likely to exacerbate any tendencies you might have to agoraphobia. At last, a quarterberth which will not give you a concussion when you sit bolt upright in the middle of the night after your neighbor drags down on you in a wind shift.The standard main cabin sole is carpet-covered fiberglass. For an additional $325, teak and holly was available for the traditionalist. We’d want it. Unfortunately there is no access to the bilge in the main cabin. None. This is inexcusable, and could be dangerous. A few hours with a saber saw should solve this rather basic problem.The galley is workable and accessible, with no awkward posturing required to do the dishes. The sink gets an A+. It is a full nine inches deep, is large enough to take a frying pan, and mounted close to the centerline.In contrast, the icebox gets a C-. It is larger than normal on a boat of this size, but it drains to the bilge, has a poorly insulated top, and a tiny, uninsulated hatch without a trace of a gasket. Boo.Because of limited counter space, the two burner Kenyon alcohol stove is mounted athwartships, rather than fore and aft. This means that the stove cannot be gimballed, and that it is necessary to reach across the inboard burner to reach the outboard one. Given the fact that countertop gimballed stoves are usually dangerous, the lack of gimballing doesn’t bother us much. What does bother us is that if you want to upgrade the stove to something more functional, the limited space allocated will stretch your ingenuity.A fold down table at the end of the galley counter gives additional counter space, but it must be left up in order to use the port settee for sleeping.Roominess, excellent execution, and good color coordination are trademarks of the interiors of all S2s, and the 8.5 fits well into this enviable tradition.ConclusionsThe S2 8.5 is a good boat for cruising the Great Lakes or any coast in comfort and a certain amount of style. Her appearance may be a little modern for traditionalists, with her straight sheer and European-style cabin windows.Pricey? Yes, but when you look at the things that go into the boat—the rig, good sails, and a comfortable, well finished interior—the price may seem a bit less painful. You still pay for what you get.
1990 TIARA PURSUIT S-2 YACHTS 268 EXPRESS CRUISER, 2x MECS, RUNS PERFECT 190 HRS
$12,500
Pompano Beach, Florida
Category -
Length 27.0
Posted Over 1 Month
HURRY, HURRY, HURRY, THIS WILL NOT LAST! HIT "BUY IT NOW" OR CRY LATER 1990 SLICKCRAFT/TIARA/2-S YACHTS/PURSUIT MODEL 268SC....9" BEAM!POWERED BY TWIN DEPENDABLE MERCRUISER V-6 4.3 WITH 190 HOURS ON THE CLOCKTHIS IS A STRONG BOAT, COMPARE TO SEA-RAY, COBALT, THIS IS A "YACHT"! HERE'S WHAT WE KNOW: COBALT BLUE HULL SIDES ARE SUPER SHINY, MOTORS BOTH HAVE NEW ALTERNATORS, 2 NEW BATTERYS, NEW DASH, NEW GAUGES, NEW DEPTH FINDER, NEW VHF, NEW SERVICE INCLUDING FLUID CHANGES, NEW OVER-SIZED BIMINI TOP W/BOOT, NEW STEREO, NEW COMPASS, WELL EQUIPPED WITH: Potty works, cabin lighting works, nav lights work, bilge works, ....RUNS, PUMPS AND SHIFTS AS IT SHOULD, EZ STEERING, large integrated swim platform with fresh water shower, trim tabs, solid floor, no soft spots, BRAND NEW SUN PAD, AND A FREE TRAILER! We are proud to offer this yacht, she is clean and really runs perfect. Go boating today. It needs: Cockpit side upholstery, cabin V-birth cushions, and captain barrel chairs re-upholstered to be perfect!We figure you will spend $800-$1000 on upholstery in your color and your design and then have an awesome "classic" yacht that maintains its value, and will be worth $25,000 EZ! The trailer is our "yard trailer", you CAN NOT take it on a long journey. We can meet you at the ramp and float it over to your #10,000 capacity trailer. Or you can drive slowly for up to 50 miles to unload it, but no more.......the trailer is way too small for the boat....we can figure that out. We will deduct $$ for the trailer, and we'll just keep it in the yard. We have a clear FL title for the boat, you must make immediate deposit with PayPal, balance to be paid in cash in full and boat picked up in 7 days, or $10@day storage begins, no exceptions. Sold AS-IS. We pride our 30 year success on being honest and accessible. If you have any questions call Capt Dan at 954-232-2246. You can come see her and hear it run with an appointment. Capt Dan has been selling Quality Pre-Owned Boats in S Florida since 1985, check out our feedback! Buy with confidence!...Inspections welcome, bring your mechanic, bring your microscope, bring your wife... THIS QUALITY YACHT IS SERIOUSLY FOR SALE.......IF YOU WANT A GREAT DEAL THEN BID OR MAKE A REASONABLE OFFER....WE'RE GOING TO SELL IT....MIGHT AS WELL BE YOU!.......CAPT DAN IS HERE TO GET YOU BOATING!!
1973 C&C Yachts 27
$8,000
Jacksonville, Florida
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Posted Over 1 Month
Private Seller (715) 557-0767 Photos Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Photo 5 Photo 6 Photo 7 Photo 8 Photo 9 Photo 10 Photo 11 Photo 12 Close Request Information * Name First Name * Email Telephone (optional) Best Time to Contact Anytime Morning Mid-day Evening Question/Comments (optional) Shop Safely: Protect Your Money. By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use. Contact Seller 1973 C&C Yachts 27--REDUCED PRICE Motivated seller considering all reasonable offers! Sail this boat home today! It's ready for you and your family! This yacht is named Desiderata. She has been a project for over 3 years now. There is nothing left aboard this yacht that has not been inspected and gone threw. My opinion is that overall the yacht is in great shape for its age and a shining example of the long term durability of a well built fiberglass yacht. Desiderata was re-launched on December 16 2013 in St. Petersburg FL following a 2.5 year refit in the town of Dresser WI at "Shipwreck Boat Works" a highly reputable boat service yard. Having also spent its previous 40+ years in the freshwater of the Midwest's lakes and rivers getting only seasonal use, the yacht has an air of crisp shiny newness about it despite its age. The deck paint and non-skid is "Awlgrip" brand put on under the supervision of the professionals at "Shipwreck Boat Works". The gelcoat on the freeboard is original, but was restored to a high gloss. The bottom was completely smoothed, faired, and then covered with "Interlux Epoxy Barrier Coat System" put on after at least 2 years of drying out on the hard- so there is no risk of sealing water under the barrier coat resulting in a practically blister proof hull. "Interlux Ultra" bottom paint was applied a week before wetting the boat in its new home of St. Petersburg Florida. This yacht sails great in light air, she is fast and nimble, but still behaves herself when the afternoon thunderstorms hit. We have sailed her to every corner of Tampa Bay as well as a 700+ nm journey from St. Petersburg to her current home in Jacksonville FL which took us threw the legendary Florida Keys. We have full faith this yacht could take you anywhere your willing to sail. But we personally have decided to move up to a bigger cruising yacht that is an opportunity we can't pass up. If you carefully examine our photo album of the yacht you will find that almost all of the photos were recently taken and that the descriptions of the photos tell more than we have space for in an ad. Copy and paste link to see Photo Album: _____ http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/TheOLScrew/library/Desiderata _____ She is faster and more capable boat than the Catalina 27 or Hunter 30. $8000, 7155570767 Be sure: Get a boat history report|Finance this boat|Get an insurance quote|
2013 BRAVADA YACHTS
$48,000
Page, Arizona
Year 2013
Make -
Model -
Category Houseboats
Length 75'
Posted Over 1 Month
2013 Bravada Tranquility is a 75' x 18' Bravada Houseboat located at Antelope Point Marina on Lake Powell. The annual maintenance fee is $1500 and the turnaround service fee is $750. There is on off season option of $100/day. Tranquility includes the following: AmenitiesDeluxe Accommodations for 10 (Sleeping for 18 adults)Central Air Conditioning (4.0 Ton) & HeatingComplete Instrument Panel & Captain’s ChairMicro Commander Electronic ControlsElectronic & Navigational EquipmentShip to Shore Marine RadioDeluxe 8 Speaker, 10 CD Stereo SystemSatellite Stereo/CD Combo with 4 speakers on top deckCustom Entertainment Center with 42? HD/LCD TV and Surround Sound SystemSONY BluRay DVD PlayerOpen Fly Bridge Design with Dual Seat Helm27? LCD TV/DVD Combo in Master Suite15? LCD TV/DVD Combo in Upper CuddysUpper Deck Complete Helm & ControlsRunning & Drive LightsSpotlightUpper Deck Hardtop Canopy with inset LightingUpper & Lower Safety Rail & CanvasDual Bars (mirrored) with Sink, Icemaker, Refer & (8) Barstools on Upper DeckRear Deck Slippery Slide with Water Pump(2) PWC Ramps w/Winches on back deckLong Range Main Fuel Tanks(400 gal)Auxiliary Gas Tank with Electric Pump(300 gal)Complete Galley with Service for 12Custom Summerlite Maple CabinetsCustom Granite countertops in Galley & BathroomsCoffee Maker/Toaster/Blender/Electric Can OpenerCustom Designed Interior with Complete Furnishings Full Carpeting Inside Cabin, Decks & StairsPrivate Master Suite with King Size Bed, under-bed storage and Full Bath2 Private Upper -level Suites with Queen Size Beds2 Private Cuddy Cabin with Queen Size BedsCustom Flooring in Galley and BathsCustom Drapery and Tinted WindowsCustom Sectional Sofa in Front SalonOutdoor Patio & Deck FurnishingsTables/Chairs/Lounge ChairsFront Deck BBQ Grill, Tank & AccessoriesFull Extended Swim PlatformSwim Ladder & Boarding RampsUVB Fresh Water Processing System
1980 C&C Yachts 34
$20,000
Annapolis, Maryland
Category -
Length 34'
Posted Over 1 Month
1980 C&C Yachts 34, "Spirit" stands out from the other C&C's of the early 80's with her shiny black Awlgrip hull. She has been professionally detailed inside and out. She has a yanmar 2GM20 diesel engine that runs like a top and is extremely fuel efficient, perfect for motoring around the bay on those windless days without breaking the bank! From the companionway facing forward, the navigation station and chart table are to port and the galley, with stainless steel sink, ice box, and 3 burner alcohol stove/oven, is to starboard. The folding leaf table is mounted centerline in the salon. Forward on starboard is the enclosed head with shower and hot and cold pressure water. The v-berth has a double bed with storage shelves underneath and drawer/locker storage to port. Between the v-berth and main salon there is a large wet locker with zip opening. Aft of the nav station is a double quarter berth. Galley- Stainless steel sink with hot and cold pressure water- Alcohol 3 burner stove and oven- Ice box- Ample storage in drawers and lockers Sails and Rigging- Main - has some years on it but not many hours! Very crisp - Harken above deck roller furling system- #1 155% Mylar/Dacron genoa- #3 110% Dacron jib- #4 85% Dacron blade- .75 oz triradial spinnaker- 1.5 oz gennaker- Aluminimum spinnaker pole- Harken traveler- C&C spars with rod rigging- 2 Barient 26 primary winches in cockpit- 2 Barient ST27 secondary winches in cockpit- 1 Barient ST17 control winch port cabin top at companionway- 1 Barient 16 control winch starboard cabin top at companionway- 2 Barient 16 halyard winches on coach roof- 1 Barient 10 outhaul winch on boom- Gross and fine tune main sheet system- Oversized 40" wheel- Main halyard and Cunningham led aft to cabin top clutchesElectrical and Electronics- 110 Volt shore power cord- 110 Volt battery charger- 2 105 AMP batteries- Datamarine speed and depth gauges- AM/FM/CD Stereo with speakers in cockpitAdditional Info- Danforth anchor with chain and rode- 2nd small Danforth anchor with chain and rode- 6 Coast Guard approved PFD's and coastal safety equipment- Racor filter in engine room- Black Awlgrip hull- Mast boot replaced 2013- Cockpit cushions- New upholstery in 2002- New Engine impeller, exhaust manifold, elbow and water lock system 2014- All new Engine seals and hoses 2014- New zinc 2016- Fresh bottom paint - 2 coats 2016- Dock lines and fenders $20000
2003 Cruisers Yachts 4450 Express
$168,900
Huntington, New York
Category Powerboats
Length 44'
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2003 Cruisers Yachts 4450 Express 2003 Cruisers 4450 Express, Newly Listed, Priced to Sell. Twin 480 Volvos, In water and ready to go! Don't miss this one. Cruisers Yachts hit a home run with the the Cruisers 4450 Express MY. This modern, nice looking yacht combines the interior comforts of an aft-cabin motor yacht with the open deck layout of an express cruiser—an “evolutionary step” in yachting design. Built on a beamy modified-V hull, the 4450’s condo-style interior accommodations and express-like cockpit layout are likely to attract buyers looking for something a little different in their boat. Her three-stateroom interior is a departure from most aft-cabin floor plans in that the salon, galley and dinette are all on the same level. The forward cabin, with a walk-in closet, is nearly as large as the owner’s aft stateroom. The aft head compartment includes a whirlpool tub in addition to a separate shower stall with doors that open to the master cabin! Topside, the tiered helm and cockpit area keeps the captain and passengers in close proximity. Helm visibility is excellent, and the helm seat is especially comfortable to sit or stand at. The side decks are wide enough for secure access to the foredeck or any moving about. A huge boat for her size, twin 480hp Volvo diesels cruise the Cruisers 4450 at 24 knots and reach a top speed in the neighborhood of 27-30 knots. Original Equipment to Include: Aft Hardtop and Enclosure, Deck Cushions, Bose Home Theatre Stereo System, HD TV/VCR Forward and Aft Cabins, Macerator, Cockpit Air Conditioner, Diesel batteries, Bow Thruster, 13KW Generator, Central vacuum. Electronics: Ray 2 kw 18" 24 Mile radar antenna, Ray RL80CRC-10" Radar/plotter, Ray 120 WAAS GPS Sensor, Ray ST6000 Auto Pilot, Ray 53 DSC VHF Antenna. Installed Locally: Fender and Lines, Refrigerator with Icemaker in Cockpit, L shaped sofa recliner, Portable Gas Grill, Carpet covers in salon. Not Included: Tender shown is not included. This is a brokerage boat so no trades please. Call for an appointment and showing today!
2003 Cruisers Yachts 3372 Express
$57,999
Stony Point, New York
Category Aft Cabin
Length 33.0
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I am offering for sale a 2003 Cruisers Yachts 3372 Express Cruiser. I have owned the boat for the past 5 years and kept it in the Hudson River during this period. This boat is an all-around great family cruiser with 3 separate sleeping areas with Heat and A/C. This boat is has a wide 11' 8" beam with a spacious cockpit for entertaining. The swim platform offers a tremendous area for kids to play while anchored out or an area to store some water sports inflatables while underway. Cruise speed is 27 MPH and top end of 38 MPH. The boat is still in the water and currently being used. She is powered by twin 6.2 Mercruiser Horizon FWC motors (320 HP) with V-Drives and around 450 Hours on the original motors. The props were just tuned in 2012, and impellers replaced in 2014. While away from the dock power can be provided by a Kohler 5e generator. This unit can power the entire boat including A/C, hot water heater and cooking appliances. Full tune up of the generator in 2014. The super clean cabin features all the creature comforts of home such decked out with maple wood trim. The cabin has full climate control with A/C and Heat. Entertainment is provided by 2 Flat panel TV's and DVD players new 2012 - One for the v-berth - One for the aft cabin. The galley has a fairly nice sized fridge, 2 burner electric stove, hot and cold water sink, and microwave. There are lots of cabinets for storage within the cabin as well as in the head. The head includes a stand up shower, sink and vacu flush fresh water toilet (Lines and duckbills replaced 2013). For electronics, she comes with a Lowrance HDS-8 color GPS w/ sonar as well as integrated Broadband Radar 18" Dome. Other electronics at the helm include Icom VHF radio, Clarion radio, and full Mercruiser gauges with fuel management system. •New Microwave and cockpit fridge were installed in 2012. •Cabin lighting w/ LED bulbs •Full camper canvas •Cockpit carpeting •Cabin carpet liners •Cabin carpet, upholstery, headliner, etc. are in excellent condition •Fiberglass and seats in excellent condition •Slip included for the remainder of the season (November) •The sale of the vessel will include all lines, shore power cords, life jackets, flares, etc. . . •The boat is turnkey as a complete offering Dimensions- LOA: 35 ft 6 in Beam: 11 ft 8 in Maximum Draft: 3 ft 0 in Bridge Clearance: 9 ft 3 in Headroom: 6 ft 4 in Dry Weight: 12500 lbs Engines- Engine Brand: Mercruiser Engine(s) Total Power: 640 HP Engine Model: Twin Horizon FWC 6.2's Engine Type: Inboard Year Built: 2003 Engine Hours: 450 Electrical Equipment- Kohler 5e Generator w/ 300 hours Dual 110v 30Amp Shore power inlets Three batteries (2 x 27 series, 1 x 31 series) Automatic Halon fire extinguishing system Galvanic Isolator Battery charger Dual Electric bilge pumps Electronics GPS/Plotter -- Lowrance HDS-8 w/ Platinum Northeast charts VHF - Standard Horizon Radar -- Lowrance Broadband 18" Dome Digital Mercury Smartcraft gauges TV sets -- 2 x 24" Flat screens w/ DVD's CD player Cockpit speakers Cabin Equipment- Air conditioning Heating Dual CO Detectors Hot water heater Microwave oven (New 2012) Dual burner stove Keurig Coffee maker Marine head - Vacu-flush (New hoses and Duckbills 2012/2013) Refrigerator Cockpit Equipment Cockpit carpet (not pictured) Cockpit cushions Cockpit table Cockpit Refrigerator (New 2012) Swimming ladder Cockpit shower Walk Through Windshield Maxell Electric windlass w/ 25' of chain
2003 Cabo Yachts (Outstanding Condition!!)
$345,000
Pensacola, Florida
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2003 Cabo Yachts (Outstanding Condition!!) FOR QUESTIONS CONTACT: PETE 850-572-7139 or DESCRIPTION: This 40 Cabo was special ordered at the CABO factory with an unbelievable list of factory and custom options. She was purchased and outfitted to travel, and the best of everything available was installed. She recently had the 1000 hour MAN service and has been maintained with the highest standards. Truly a SWEET boat in excellent condition! Super fast, fuel efficient (25/26 knots at 1750 loaded) and ready to go anywhere. PROPULSION: Number of Engines: 2 Engine Hours: 2000 Engine Make: Engine Model: Twin MAN D2876LE 401 Total Power: 700 Cruising Speed: 25/26 at 1750 Fuel: 600 OWNERS STATEROOM: Teak and Holey upgraded decks, plus carpet, with spare set of new carpet that goes with this boat. L-shape lounge to starboard that converts to upper lower bunks, hull side storage with SAT phone, CD/FM stereo system w/MP3 player SIR IUS ready Panasonic DVD to both TVs, New MAGNAVOX HIG DEFFINITION FLAT SCR EEN COLOR TV AND A/C SYSTEM W/ SMX COMPUTER CONTROLS, and additional lockers aft to starboard set up for even more rod storage for six 80s, twelve rods 30s and 50s, a tag stick and two kite rod and reels. The three step flip up providing even more storage PLUS, below deck is yet another removable storage tub, set up for f lying gaff handles and head storage. The storage tub is removable and outboard is full waist deep storage on both sides. ELECTRONICS: -#3 10 inch FURUNO NAVNET C-MAP NT W/ 72 MILE 12 kw RADAR W/ R EMOTE CONTROLS -Flir zoom night vision with joystick control -Raymarine 127 touch screen PLOTTER/GPS -Chrip down vision sonar -SIMRAD AP-22 AUTO PILOT WITH SEPARATE TOWER CONTROL -NERA WORLDWIDE SATILITE PHONE -iCOM 504 VHF RADIO -iCOM M-27 VHF RADIO -ACR R EMOTE CONTROL SPOTLIGHT -R ITCHIE F-82 COMPASS -SAT STEREO SYSTEM COCKPIT: New cockpit coaming padding, new matching cushions that go on the tackle centers, two giant below deck fish boxs, each with separate macerator grinder pumps Cockpit fresh water shower w/ hot and cold water. Fresh and salt water wash down, molded in live bait well with lights and llOvt upgraded pump. Tuna door and top hanging gate w/ transom mounted swim ladder, stored in below deck lazarette. Tackle locker with full length gaff storage, sink with fresh water and cutting board, top loading freezer, insulated drink box and two side fender lockers. Deluxe RELEASE MARINE TUNA chair w/ rocket launcher, cushions and cover, fiberglass step box and five flush mounted rod holders. ADDITIONAL FEATURES INCLUDE: -FULL COCKPIT COVER -PIPE WELDERS HYDRAULIC OUTR IGGERS W/DOUBLE SPREADERS- these adjust out, down fore and aft. -RUPP CENTER RIGGER -RUPP ANTENNA STAND-OFFS W/ALL SHAKESPIER antennas. -BOW PULPIT AND WINDLASS SIX MAN -SIX MAN LIFE RAFT ON HARD TOP -GLENDINNING CABLE MASTER S for shore power cord -TWO MIYA EPOCH US-9 remote control teaser reels -SPARE PROPS w/ PROP-SMITH TOOL -THREE UNDERWATER LIGHTS BOAT LOCATION: Pensacola, FL (32507) Make: Cabo Yachts Model: (Outstanding Condition!!) Length: 40 Dealer: Anglers Edge Marine ID: 218308 Ad provided by BoatingBay
2011 Ocean Yachts Billfish 37
$449,000
Melbourne, Florida
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Private Seller (321) 777-0068 Photos Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Photo 5 Photo 6 Photo 7 Photo 8 Photo 9 Photo 10 Photo 11 Photo 12 Photo 13 Photo 14 Photo 15 Photo 16 Photo 17 Photo 18 Photo 19 Photo 20 Photo 21 Photo 22 Photo 23 Photo 24 Photo 25 Photo 26 Photo 27 Photo 28 Photo 29 Photo 30 Photo 31 Photo 32 Photo 33 Close Request Information * Name First Name * Email Telephone (optional) Best Time to Contact Anytime Morning Mid-day Evening Question/Comments (optional) Shop Safely: Protect Your Money. By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use. Contact Seller 2011 Ocean Yachts Billfish 37, The best of both worlds! Fish it like an Express boat and cruise it like a Convertible. Ocean Yachts really got it right with the "Billfish"! Her pretty retro styling coupled with her awesome ride make this boat perfect for the Day Boat shopper. Reliable and economical Cummins QSC 5.9's provide a 30kt cruise and 34kt top end. Her interior provides plenty of comfort for those overnighters. This boat is immaculate and has full factory warranty for hull, engines, generator through 8/17; and full Garmin electronics warranty through 9/14. The Billfish is an "all weather boat" and with propeller pockets and shallow draft an "all waters" boat as well. ONLY 280 HOURS SINCE NEW! $449000, 3217770068 Be sure: Get a boat history report|Finance this boat|Get an insurance quote|
2008 Hunter 27
$42,500
Erie, Pennsylvania
2008 Hunter 27 Novice sailors and veterans alike appreciate a boat that is easy to sail, packed with extra value and offers plenty of performance. The exciting Hunter 27 delivers all that and much more, resulting in an exceptional weekend cruiser with all the comforts of home. The Hunter 27’s impressive interior incorporates a refreshing sense of spaciousness with its large salon and 6’2” headroom. This interior shares the same warm, elegant design and materials with the largest Hunters. Other interior highlights on the Hunter 27 include solid wood cabinets and bulkheads, an L-shaped starboard galley, forward V-berth, private aft cabin, plus a fully enclosed head. "Morning Light II", a 1-owner vessel, was sold to her owner in July of 2008 and has always been here in Erie’s fresh water. Principally used as a daysailor she has been lightly used and shows like new. She has been professional maintained by RCR Yachts and a local mechanic. Her owner has retired and moved south.
2009 Cruisers Yachts 420 Sports Coupe
$345,000
Port Clinton, Ohio
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Private Seller (419) 408-3344 Photos Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Photo 5 Photo 6 Photo 7 Photo 8 Photo 9 Photo 10 Photo 11 Photo 12 Photo 13 Photo 14 Photo 15 Photo 16 Photo 17 Photo 18 Photo 19 Photo 20 Photo 21 Photo 22 Photo 23 Photo 24 Photo 25 Photo 26 Photo 27 Photo 28 Photo 29 Close Request Information * Name First Name * Email Telephone (optional) Best Time to Contact Anytime Morning Mid-day Evening Question/Comments (optional) Shop Safely: Protect Your Money. By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use. Contact Seller 2009 Cruisers Yachts 420 Sports Coupe, 2009 Cruisers Yachts 420 Sports Coupe. "Latitude Adjustment" is a one-owner, fresh water boat that has been professionally maintained and stored inside in heated storage. Equipped with Volvo diesel IPS 600 twin 435 hp with joystick control. Full electronics package with dual screen E120's. Two staterooms and two heads. 419-408-3344 Be sure: Get a boat history report|Finance this boat|Get an insurance quote|
298 Sport Cruiser Miami Beach Edition by Cruiser Yachts
$99,000
Key Biscayne, Florida
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I Purchased my 30' Brand New Sport Cruiser 298 South beach Edition and got delivery May 1st of this year. The Boat has 380 Horse Power V8 Supercharge mercury engine and only 24 hours on the engine with original MSRP $138,900. The Boat is dry stored in Miami, Florida and has 10 year hull and 5 year engine warranty. The Boat is titles in Montana and buyer has the option to buy the LLC to be able to save to registration taxes. please call me with any questions you might have (310) 600-0636. Please see information below regarding this boat by the manufacturer. The Boat tested is with the V6 Engine and less HP, my boat is customized with MAG 8.2L V8 Engine 380HP. Brief SummaryThe Cruisers Sport Series 298 Bow Rider is a big water sportboat not only because of her freeboard, but also because of her hull construction -- which uses the same lamination schedule as the parent Cruisers Yachts, according to the builder. She has all-new hull graphics and her interior upholstery package is as upscale as any in class. It doesn't hurt that the fabrics and vinyls are the same as used in the company's 54-footer. The helm and companion seats have also gotten a new, improved design and are as comfortable as the seats in an up-market SUV.Key FeaturesImage premium gel coatMolded chaise in bowHelm and companion seats with flip-up bolsterDeluxe steering wheelHead compartment with sink and faucetAM/FM/CD stereo with USB port and 4 speakersCooler in bowStainless steel ski towExtended swim platformBimini top with bootSpecificationsLength Overall29’ 0'' 8.84 mBeam8’6'' 2.59 mDry Weight6,285 lbs. 2,851 kgTested Weight6,967 lbs. 3,160 kgDraft40.5'' 1.03 m- Draft UpN/A- Draft DownN/A- Air DraftN/ADeadrise/Transom21-deg.Max HeadroomopenBridge Clearance64.5'' 1.64 mWeight CapacityN/APerson CapacityN/AFuel Capacity68 gal. 257 LWater CapacityN/ALength on TrailerN/AHeight on TrailerN/ATrailer WeightN/ATotal Weight(Trailer, Boat, & Engine)N/APrices, features, designs, and equipment are subject to change. Please see your local dealer or visit the builder's website for the latest information available on this boat model.Engine OptionsStd. PowerNot AvailableTested Power1 x 380-hp MerCruiser 8.2L MAG MPIOpt. Power2 x 320-hp MerCruiser 377 MAG B32 x 380-hp MerCruiser 8.2L MAG MPI B3X2 x 430-hp MerCruiser 8.2L MAG MPI H.O. B3XThree Volvo Penta V8 engines from 320-hp to 380-hpTest Results - Change Measurement UnitRPM MPHKnotsGPHMPGNMPGStat. MileNMdBa650 3.93.41.42.92.5177154721000 6.05.22.22.72.4167145781500 8.77.64.32.11.8125109802000 13.311.67.31.81.611298852500 22.919.99.32.52.2151131853000 30.326.311.92.52.2156135863500 35.630.915.62.32.0139121884000 40.535.219.22.11.8129113894500 45.839.827.61.71.410188914800 49.042.628.91.71.51049093All fuel consumption numbers are the total for all engines in the boat. Speeds are measured with Stalker ProSports radar gun or GPS. Fuel consumption (gallons per hour) measured with Floscan digital fuel-flow meter or by on-board factory-installed diagnostic instruments. Range is based on 90% of published fuel capacity. Sound levels determined using Radio Shack digital decibel meter on A scale. 68 dBA is the level of normal conversation. Time to plane is measured from start of acceleration to formation of rooster tail behind boat.Performance ChartAcceleration Times & Test ConditionsTime To Plane3.5 sec.0 to 309.9 sec.RatioPropsLoad3 persons, 1/4 fuel, no water, 25 lbs. of gearClimate75 deg., 55 humid.; wind: 0-5 mph; seas: calmElevation562Captain's ReportMission StatementThe Cruisers Sport Series 298 Bow Rider was designed to be a luxurious and extremely comfortable small yacht that can accommodate friends and family on an upscale day of cruising or watersports. With the sleek hull profile and the aerodynamic sport arch, she looks fast even at the dock. The Cruisers Sport Series 298 Bow Rider has an overall length of 29’ (8.84 m) with the swim platform, a beam of 8’6” (2.59 m) and a draft up of 24.5” (62.23 cm). With 17 gallons (64.35 L) of fuel on board and 2 people aboard, we had an estimated test weight of 6,967 lbs. (3,160 kg).Distinguishing FeaturesFollowing is a list of features that set this boat apart from many others in class.• 4-step bow/stern ladder• 3-way stern seating, sun pad• Extended swim platform • Robust hull fiberglass lamination schedule • Style lines molded into the hull sides• Yacht-grade fabrics and vinyls used throughoutPerformanceThe Cruisers Sport Series 298 Bow Rider has an overall length of 29’ (8.84 m) with the swim platform, a beam of 8’6” (2.59 m) and a draft up of 24.5” (62.23 cm). With 17 gallons (64.35 L) of fuel and 2 people aboard, we had an estimated test weight of 6,967 lbs. (3,160 kg).Our test boat was powered by the MerCruiser 8.2L (502 cu. in.) Big Block V8, producing 380-hp powering the Bravo 3X outdrive. We took 3.6 seconds to reach planning speed and accelerated to 20 mph in 6.5 seconds, 30 mph in 9.8 seconds and 40 mph in 13.5 seconds.At WOT, the engine was turning 4800 rpm, producing 49 mph, providing us with a 28.0 gph, with a range of 104 statute miles.Best cruise speed for economical performance was at about 3000 rpm, providing us with 30.3 mph, burning 11.9 gph with a range of 156 statute miles, with a 10% fuel reserve.HandlingThe 298 Bow Rider was not designed to be as sporty handling as her little siblings, but rather to be a luxury performer with an exceptionally comfortable ride at speed in a chop. During our test she cut through wakes and waves with hardly a bump. And despite her considerable displacement, she was quick to respond to the helm. On acceleration, the bow comes up approximately 12-degrees, but there was no loss of forward visibility. Once on plane, just a minor trim adjustment and she settles into her proper cruising attitude and moves along quite gracefully. Her 21-degree deadrise at the transom provided us with a stable, comfortable ride and the 7 layers of mat, roving and chopped strand in her hull lamination contributes to the solid feel of this boat. Even with 380 horses in her engine room, at no time did we feel that the boat was out of control or that there was too much power for the boat. Because of her high freeboard and displacement, in addition to her 29', the CSS 298 Bow Rider is definitely appropriate for saltwater sportboat use. She leans 12-degrees into the turns and was fully under control at all times, even during hard over turns at high speed. Stem to Stern InspectionThe manufacturer offers a couple of design options and several optional colors for the boat. She can be built in the classic, standard white, or full hull gel coat color with stripe accent styling. Our test boat had a jet black hull with white accent styling. The white accent takes the place of a traditional cove stripe, and makes the boat look low and sleek despite a robust freeboard. When looking down the hull of this boat, note the style lines molded into the side of the boat and how they add depth and character to the overall look of the vessel. Cruisers Yachts has also added some other unique design features to the boat. For example, the air vents for the engine room are completely hidden by clever cowling on both the starboard and port side of the hull. It is mounted high to keep spray out of the engine room, something particularly important in saltwater. Check out the stylish raised fins at the deck in front of the windshield. Definitely a unique design element to add some flare to this area. The Cruisers Sport Series 298 Bow Rider has an inventive way to conceal the engine room air vents and make it look good in the process.The builder installed an aluminum sport arch on our test boat, with tow point and a Bimini top to add to the boats aggressive profile. The beefy tower is billet aluminum and the tower can be easily disconnected from its mounting bracket and folded down for trailering. At the bowthe horn is flush mounted at the top rail and the pop up cleats drop down flush with the top rail for a nice clean look. The forward bow compartment houses a 4-step stainless steel telescoping boarding ladder that deploys on the starboard side. Note the cut outs in the top rail to accommodate the beach boarding ladder as it deploys and to lock it into place. The deep seated chaise lounge on the 298 Bow Rider has a comfortable, form-fitting dip in the seating portion of the chaise lounge. This allows for a deep seating position and keeps the passenger safely tucked away. The interiorwas elegantly upholstered by Cruiser Yachts own craftsmen in the Latte color scheme and accented tones throughout the boat.The deep bow seating is contoured for the human body making it exceedingly comfortable and secure. A rounded foot well area measuring 27.5” (69.85 cm) provides plenty of room for people to sit, facing each other and not bang knees.Under the forward seat is an integral cooler which self-drains overboard. In this way the folks in the bow have easy access to cool beverages without having to move aft.We also observed the "hide-a-weld" finish detail under the seat cushions. This is a high-end finish covering the stainless steel staples used to hold the upholstery. Magnets are fastened to the bottom of the forward cushion to keep it from sliding off or flying away while underway. The hole by the magnet is to drain the cushion. The walkthroughopening between the windshields is a comfortable 20.5” (52.07 cm) wide. The head is located on the starboard side in the console in front of the companion seat. The latching head door extends to the overhead to make it easier to enter and exit. There is full sitting headroom in the optional Porta-Potti.The head is equipped with a solid surface countertop, sink and faucet wand that extends out for rinsing off. There is also an operational portlight for ventilation, a shelf for storing some towels and a courtesy light. Deck Storage.There are two under deck storage boxes in the cockpit. The mid deck box is shallow but long and wide. The forward compartment is more narrow, 17" deep. The forward compartment between the consoles is much deeper and held in the open position with a gas assist strut. At the HelmThe helm has an elegant uncluttered layout and is built with a stitched vinyl, non-glare brow and the white faced analog gauges at the dash panel give it a traditional look. At the lower left side of the dash, a premium sound system is easy at hand for the captain. On both sides of the padded Italian leather tilt wheel from Gussi are small storage compartments -- just large enough for keys or a cell phone. Below is the usual array of toggle switches and an optional 4” LCD navigation system is conveniently centered on the dash. The captain’s seat is an all new design with multi tone upholstery, side supports at the seat back with a soft cushion head rest. There is a bolster and the seat slides fore and aft and raises and lowers so all operators should be able to have optimum visibility. The bolster is in an accent color and raises up for leaning or sitting when the captain wants to see over the windshield header. We found the bolster a little uncomfortable to sit on but it did provide adequate support when standing and leaning against it. The inboard and outboard arm rests can be raised or lowered. Behind the helm seaton the starboard side is a wet bar. The hard surface countertop has a built in sink with stainless steel faucet, a stainless steel designer rail to keep things from sliding off, and a dual stainless steel beverage holder will come in handy. Whether it’s a wine bottle, mixers for happy hour or a couple of soda cans, the holder is a useful addition to the bar setup. Adjacent to the wet bar, on the starboard side is another bench seat, which has a latching lid with an insulated, self-draining cooler built in. The convertible sun padis located at the stern as we continue along the wrap around seating, here is a molded-in step, with the optional Sea Grass Mat carpeting that leads up to the stern gate, which doubles as a jump seat at the stern. Under the sun padarea is the engine hatch access. The whole seating assembly rises up on dual gas assist struts to keep it secure while performing the routine engine checks. At the base of the aft bench seat is a stainless steel mounting bracket for the pedestal table that can be installed here, at the aft seating area or at the bow seating area. At the port side, under the port quarter stern seating area is the access to the batteries and battery control switches. Forward, under the seat is a 48-quart portable cooler for the folks who like to load it up at home and bring it to the boat already filled. There is a well-designed compartment molded in under the seat that is both attractive and functional.This is one of the few sportboats on the market with three coolers aboard, two integral and one portable. Just remove the cushion, lift the latching stern gate, which is also the back rest for the jump seat, and walk out onto the swim platform. The aft seat easily converts from a bench seat that can accommodate 2 to 3 passengers in the cockpit seating area and one or two additional passengers at the swim platform area when the boat is not underway. The seating area then coverts to a chaise lounge with just the flip of a latch on each side……and then to a huge sun pad. The designers of the boat have made it much easier to get into the engine compartment to perform fluid checks with the addition of this molded-in step. It really makes a difference. The table is made of a high-density vacuum formed hard polyurethane with simulated wood grain that looks real. This table has a solid feel to it and the manufacturer tells us that it is waterproof, UV resistant and extremely durable. Look at the size of this cooler stowed under the port side bench seat. It’s a full sized 48 quart cooler that is kept in place by a raised edge. The swim platform areaincludes the aft facing seat and an added extended platform with its functional tapered design. These days more and more time is spent by boaters on the swim platform, and for that reason the designers have made this a special place by making it so large. Not only can two boarders get ready at once, but it also makes an ideal place to tie down inflatable water toys when going to and from the two areas. The platform is rakedin on each side so that when the boat pulls away from the dock bow first, the platform will not scrape along the dock. It is also raised about 13" off the water, higher than what we find on most boats. The reason for that is that when at anchor, people naturally enjoy sitting on the platform with their feet in the water. Because the platform is high, they don't have to worry about a wake or wake getting them wet. The integrated design of the sun pad, the color scheme and the SeaDek faux teak material at the extended swim platform give this 29 footer a much bigger feel and look.The faux teak material on the stern platform provides the classic look of a teak swim platform without the maintenance of real teak. The material is made from soft yet durable closed cell material with finish details that make it look like the real thing, yet it is soft to the touch. On the port side of the swim platform we found a remote stereo control and a trim tilt switch for the lower unit, in addition to water and fuel fill ports. Also on the starboard side of the swim platform is the access hatch to the 4 step telescoping stainless steel ladder. The platform also extends well beyond the lower unit for added safety and is at the same elevation as the molded stern so to eliminate a tripping hazard.EngineMerCruiser 8.2L, 502 cubic inch, MAG, 380-hp with the Bravo 3X sterndrive.Options to Consider• Cushion bow filler• Head, electric with holding tank• Porta-Potti with dock pump out• Full canvasPriceBase Boat (with Specified Engine)$106,825Manufacturer’s Options on test boat $26,237Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail$133,062ObservationsThe 298 Bow Rider is the second largest boat in the Cruisers Sport Series line up. Overall, the 298 Bow Rider proved that she can be used for all sorts of watersport activities, with plenty of amenities. But because of her size, we think she should be considered seriously by boaters wanting to engage in entertaining afloat. She has the seating capacity of many pontoon boats, but is a lot more fun to drive. Plus, given the expense of first-class pontoon boats, the vessel is not much more and is even more versatile. Most important, she was designed for big water -- either freshwater or saltwater. Her thick lamination, her considerable displacement, and her freeboard, all go to make this boat one of the most comfortable and capable in most any condition.Test Result HighlightsTop speed for the Cruisers Sport Series 298 Bow Rider (2015-) is 49.0 mph (78.9 kph), burning 28.90 gallons per hour (gph) or 109.39 liters per hour (lph).Best cruise for the Cruisers Sport Series 298 Bow Rider (2015-) is 30.3 mph (48.8 kph), and the boat gets 2.54 miles per gallon (mpg) or 1.08 kilometers per liter (kpl), giving the boat a cruising range of 156 miles (251.06 kilometers).Tested power is 1 x 380-hp MerCruiser 8.2L MAG MPI.Standard and Optional FeaturesMarine ElectronicsGPS/ChartOptional SystemsCD StereoStandard Head: PortableOptional Power SteeringStandard Trim TabsOptional Exterior FeaturesCarpet: CockpitOptional Swim LadderStandard Swim PlatformStandard Tower: WatersportsOptional Transom ShowerStandard Wet barOptional CanvasBimini TopStandard Camper BackOptional Cockpit CoverStandard Full CanvasOptional WarrantyHull WarrantyTransferable Limited 10-years structural Deck WarrantyLimited 10-years structural Blistering Warranty5-years
