mfilippa
New Member
- Aug 31, 2009
- 87
- Boat Info
- 300 Sundancer 2001, Raymarine C70
- Engines
- Twin 350 Merc V8 Bravo III
Genset + AC
Good afternoon,
I believe this is my first post here. I'm looking for a bit of guidance. I have just sold my '03 220 Select and decided to go for a cruiser. Main reason is that I'm going to a larger pond (St. Claire, MI) and wife DEMANDS a head.
So far we are torn between the 260 and the 280. Here is what we have gathered so far to help the decision:
For 260:
- Very good looking! Much nicer than 280 in two tone hull and two tone upholstery. Sea Ray did a fine job updating this Sundancer.
- It can be trailered, although not planning on doing it.
- Small enough for two persons, single engine, less maintenance
Against 260:
- Dealer claims a bit unstable due to narrower beam
For 280:
- More space in cabin, dining area seems really useful
- Twin screws, lots of power
- Larger boat, hence more stable in water
Against 280:
- Looks a bit dull compared to a 260
We would go to 260 for looks and simplicity, 280 for space and not having the need to upgrade to a larger boat in the near future.
Since we are 50/50 between these two, I have decided to weigh on the capability of holding value over time. Can someone give me some insight as to which one is a more popular boat? Which one is easier to sell in case of upgrade? Specifically comparing a '01 280 against a '05 260. Budget is $50k.
Thanks for your input
Mariano
I believe this is my first post here. I'm looking for a bit of guidance. I have just sold my '03 220 Select and decided to go for a cruiser. Main reason is that I'm going to a larger pond (St. Claire, MI) and wife DEMANDS a head.
So far we are torn between the 260 and the 280. Here is what we have gathered so far to help the decision:
For 260:
- Very good looking! Much nicer than 280 in two tone hull and two tone upholstery. Sea Ray did a fine job updating this Sundancer.
- It can be trailered, although not planning on doing it.
- Small enough for two persons, single engine, less maintenance
Against 260:
- Dealer claims a bit unstable due to narrower beam
For 280:
- More space in cabin, dining area seems really useful
- Twin screws, lots of power
- Larger boat, hence more stable in water
Against 280:
- Looks a bit dull compared to a 260
We would go to 260 for looks and simplicity, 280 for space and not having the need to upgrade to a larger boat in the near future.
Since we are 50/50 between these two, I have decided to weigh on the capability of holding value over time. Can someone give me some insight as to which one is a more popular boat? Which one is easier to sell in case of upgrade? Specifically comparing a '01 280 against a '05 260. Budget is $50k.
Thanks for your input
Mariano
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