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1998 Formula Thunderbird Boat in Spirit Lake, IA 51360 US
Thunderbird
1 Engine (Mercruiser)
28 feet
Gas
Fiberglass/Reinforced
1998 Formula 280 Thunderbird - Single MerCruiser - Turn-Key Performance Boat
NO TRAILER INCLUDED
Clean and well-maintained 1998 Formula 280 Thunderbird powered by a MerCruiser 7.4 EFI engine with 330HP with 809 hours. This boat has been fully serviced, including engine and drive, and has been thoroughly checked over to ensure everything is operating properly. It's a turn-key setup that's ready to hit the water today.
Formula is known for building high-quality performance boats, and this 280 Thunderbird delivers with a smooth, stable ride thanks to its deep-V hull. Plenty of power on tap with the big V8 motor, making it perfect for cruising, watersports, or just enjoying a fast, comfortable ride.
⚙️ Key Features
MerCruiser 7.4 V8 engine 330HP ( 809 hours)
Fully serviced engine & drive
Strong, reliable performance
Deep-V hull (handles chop great)
Spacious cockpit with plenty of seating
Swim platform for easy water access
Specs
Length: 28 ft
Beam: 9 ft 2 in
Fuel Capacity: ~120 gallons
Cruising Speed: ~30-35 mph
Top Speed: ~50+ mph
Highlights
This boat is a great mix of performance and comfort. Whether you're cruising the lake or hanging out with friends...looking for a solid weekend boat, this Formula is ready to go. With recent service already done, you can get on the water with confidence.
NICE CLEAN FORMULA!!
NO TRAILER INCLUDED
Clean and well-maintained 1998 Formula 280 Thunderbird powered by a MerCruiser 7.4 EFI engine with 330HP with 809 hours. This boat has been fully serviced, including engine and drive, and has been thoroughly checked over to ensure everything is operating properly. It's a turn-key setup that's ready to hit the water today.
Formula is known for building high-quality performance boats, and this 280 Thunderbird delivers with a smooth, stable ride thanks to its deep-V hull. Plenty of power on tap with the big V8 motor, making it perfect for cruising, watersports, or just enjoying a fast, comfortable ride.
⚙️ Key Features
MerCruiser 7.4 V8 engine 330HP ( 809 hours)
Fully serviced engine & drive
Strong, reliable performance
Deep-V hull (handles chop great)
Spacious cockpit with plenty of seating
Swim platform for easy water access
Specs
Length: 28 ft
Beam: 9 ft 2 in
Fuel Capacity: ~120 gallons
Cruising Speed: ~30-35 mph
Top Speed: ~50+ mph
Highlights
This boat is a great mix of performance and comfort. Whether you're cruising the lake or hanging out with friends...looking for a solid weekend boat, this Formula is ready to go. With recent service already done, you can get on the water with confidence.
NICE CLEAN FORMULA!!
Nominal Length
28ft
Length Overall
28ft
Beam
9.33ft
Dry Weight
6300lb
Fuel Tanks
51gal
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
deep-vee
Engine 1
Engine Make
Mercruiser
Engine Model
7.4EFI
Total Power
330hp
Engine Hours
809
Engine Type
inboard-outboard
Fuel Type
gasoline
Drive Type
stern
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/14/26 | Initial price | $19,995 |
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Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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