2006 Sea Ray 280 Sundancer Sold Boat in St Petersburg, FL US
Built in 2006
280 Sundancer
2 Engines (2x Mercruiser)
31.1 feet
Gas
Fiberglass/Reinforced
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Port Engine replaced with New Block in Jan 2022
2 hours run time. New lower gearboxes on both drives
Starboard motor 450 hrs. Engines Services done
Key Features
Extended swim platform with concealed swim ladder.
Standard bimini top with full canvas enclosure.
Folding aft seat with hinged legs - lifts with engine hatch.
Aft-facing cockpit seat easily converts to sun pad by simply sliding the seat aft (no cushions or table to store
Gas-assisted engine hatch for easy bilge access.
Cockpit wet bar
Lockable fiberglass sliding cabin door with integral steps to foredeck.
Helm seat with flip-up thigh-rise bolster.
Full galley with fiberglass granite-colored countertops, recessed stove with cover, sink, refrigerator, and microwave.
Freshwater washdown, hot and cold transom shower, and dockside water inlet.
12V Satellite-ready AM/FM single CD stereo with six-disc changer, amplifier, six speakers and digital cockpit remote control
Sirius® satellite receiver with antenna, includes 6-months of activation on Sirius Satellite Radio
Two dining tables - one in the opposing dinette and one in the V-berth (with designated storage).
Illuminated weatherproof electronic switch pads with waterproof breaker panels.
VHF radio.
Standard carbon monoxide monitor.
CABIN FEATURES
Carbon Monoxide Monitor
Carpet, Deep-Pile BCF
Lighting, 12V
Outlets, 120V
Stereo, Clarion
Wood Interior Package
COCKPIT FEATURES
Aft Bench
Aft-Facing
Beverage Holders (7)
Bucket
Carpet Liner, Snap-In
Door, Cabin Entry
Door, Transom
Floor Liner, Fiberglass
Hatch, Engine Room
Lighting
Lounger
Outlet, 12V
Outlets, 120V
Sport Spoiler, Molded Fiberglass
Steps, Boarding
Storage, Side Panels
Table, Cockpit
Wet Bar
CONTROL STATION
Alarms, Engine
Alarms, High-Water
Compass
Horn
Instrument Panels
Shift & Throttle Lever
SmartCraft Diagnostics
Steering Wheel, Wood-Accent
Steering, Power-Assisted
Steering, Tilt Wheel
Switch Pads
Tilt & Trim, Power
DINETTE
Filler Cushions
Seating, Opposing Dinette
Storage, Drawer
Storage, Gunwale Cabinet
Table, Dinette
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Battery Charger/Converter, 120V/60 Cycle
Battery Switch, Dual
Battery Trays
Breaker Panels, Waterproof
Isolator, Galvanic
Panel, DC Main Breaker
Panel, Main Distribution - AC
Shore Power
Wiring, Color-Coded
ENGINE ROOM
Bilge Pump, 12V Automatic
Bilge Pumps, 12V Automatic High-Water
Blowers, 12V Bilge (2)
Fire Suppression System
Gel-Coated Engine Room
Insulated Engine Room
Lighting, 12V
Oil Filter
GALLEY
Countertop, Molded Fiberglass
Handrail
Lighting, 12V
Microwave, 120V
Outlet, 12V
Refrigerator
Storage, Upper & Lower
Stove, Butane
Trash Receptacle
HEAD
Handrail
Head
Head, Enclosed
Mirror
Vanity
HULL & DECK FEATURES
Anchor Chute
Bow & Stern Eyes
Bow Rail
Cleats, Custom Sea Ray 10" Thru-Bolted (8)
Deck Fill Plates
Drain Plug
Gel Coat, Arctic White
Graphics, Striping
Handrails, Stainless Steel
Hatch, Deck Vent
Light, Stern
Lights, Navigation
Portlights
Resin
Rub Rail, PVC
Shrink Wrap
Storage, Anchor
Storage, Transom Wall
Swim Platform, Extended
Three-Step Swim Ladder
Thru-Hull Fittings
Vent System, Engine Room
Windshield Wiper
Windshield, Tempered/Tinted Curved Glass
MID-STATEROOM
Bunk, Double
Curtain, Privacy
Window, Sliding
V BERTH
Filler Cushions
Hanging Locker
Mirrored Rope Locker
Seating, V-Berth
Storage, Gunwale Cabinets
Table, Nevamar Surface
WASTE SYSTEMS
Head System, (VacuFlush)
Holding Tank
Holding Tank Level Indicator
Sump Box
WATER SYSTEM
Freshwater Washdown Spigot
Pressure Water System
Shower, Cockpit
Water Heater
Water Inlet, Dockside
Water Tank, 28-Gal
Port Engine replaced with New Block in Jan 2022
2 hours run time. New lower gearboxes on both drives
Starboard motor 450 hrs. Engines Services done
Key Features
Extended swim platform with concealed swim ladder.
Standard bimini top with full canvas enclosure.
Folding aft seat with hinged legs - lifts with engine hatch.
Aft-facing cockpit seat easily converts to sun pad by simply sliding the seat aft (no cushions or table to store
Gas-assisted engine hatch for easy bilge access.
Cockpit wet bar
Lockable fiberglass sliding cabin door with integral steps to foredeck.
Helm seat with flip-up thigh-rise bolster.
Full galley with fiberglass granite-colored countertops, recessed stove with cover, sink, refrigerator, and microwave.
Freshwater washdown, hot and cold transom shower, and dockside water inlet.
12V Satellite-ready AM/FM single CD stereo with six-disc changer, amplifier, six speakers and digital cockpit remote control
Sirius® satellite receiver with antenna, includes 6-months of activation on Sirius Satellite Radio
Two dining tables - one in the opposing dinette and one in the V-berth (with designated storage).
Illuminated weatherproof electronic switch pads with waterproof breaker panels.
VHF radio.
Standard carbon monoxide monitor.
CABIN FEATURES
Carbon Monoxide Monitor
Carpet, Deep-Pile BCF
Lighting, 12V
Outlets, 120V
Stereo, Clarion
Wood Interior Package
COCKPIT FEATURES
Aft Bench
Aft-Facing
Beverage Holders (7)
Bucket
Carpet Liner, Snap-In
Door, Cabin Entry
Door, Transom
Floor Liner, Fiberglass
Hatch, Engine Room
Lighting
Lounger
Outlet, 12V
Outlets, 120V
Sport Spoiler, Molded Fiberglass
Steps, Boarding
Storage, Side Panels
Table, Cockpit
Wet Bar
CONTROL STATION
Alarms, Engine
Alarms, High-Water
Compass
Horn
Instrument Panels
Shift & Throttle Lever
SmartCraft Diagnostics
Steering Wheel, Wood-Accent
Steering, Power-Assisted
Steering, Tilt Wheel
Switch Pads
Tilt & Trim, Power
DINETTE
Filler Cushions
Seating, Opposing Dinette
Storage, Drawer
Storage, Gunwale Cabinet
Table, Dinette
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Battery Charger/Converter, 120V/60 Cycle
Battery Switch, Dual
Battery Trays
Breaker Panels, Waterproof
Isolator, Galvanic
Panel, DC Main Breaker
Panel, Main Distribution - AC
Shore Power
Wiring, Color-Coded
ENGINE ROOM
Bilge Pump, 12V Automatic
Bilge Pumps, 12V Automatic High-Water
Blowers, 12V Bilge (2)
Fire Suppression System
Gel-Coated Engine Room
Insulated Engine Room
Lighting, 12V
Oil Filter
GALLEY
Countertop, Molded Fiberglass
Handrail
Lighting, 12V
Microwave, 120V
Outlet, 12V
Refrigerator
Storage, Upper & Lower
Stove, Butane
Trash Receptacle
HEAD
Handrail
Head
Head, Enclosed
Mirror
Vanity
HULL & DECK FEATURES
Anchor Chute
Bow & Stern Eyes
Bow Rail
Cleats, Custom Sea Ray 10" Thru-Bolted (8)
Deck Fill Plates
Drain Plug
Gel Coat, Arctic White
Graphics, Striping
Handrails, Stainless Steel
Hatch, Deck Vent
Light, Stern
Lights, Navigation
Portlights
Resin
Rub Rail, PVC
Shrink Wrap
Storage, Anchor
Storage, Transom Wall
Swim Platform, Extended
Three-Step Swim Ladder
Thru-Hull Fittings
Vent System, Engine Room
Windshield Wiper
Windshield, Tempered/Tinted Curved Glass
MID-STATEROOM
Bunk, Double
Curtain, Privacy
Window, Sliding
V BERTH
Filler Cushions
Hanging Locker
Mirrored Rope Locker
Seating, V-Berth
Storage, Gunwale Cabinets
Table, Nevamar Surface
WASTE SYSTEMS
Head System, (VacuFlush)
Holding Tank
Holding Tank Level Indicator
Sump Box
WATER SYSTEM
Freshwater Washdown Spigot
Pressure Water System
Shower, Cockpit
Water Heater
Water Inlet, Dockside
Water Tank, 28-Gal
Sea Ray 280 Sundancer: BoatTEST Review
Overview
The Sea Ray 280 Sundancer is designed as an excellent transitional boat for those moving up from bow riders to a true cruising vessel. It offers a blend of comfortable accommodations, practical features, and solid performance, making it well suited for cruising enthusiasts seeking a versatile and well-equipped boat.
Interior Living Spaces
Below deck, the salon provides a generous headroom of 6 feet 2 inches, which tapers as you move forward toward the bow dinette area. The bow features wraparound banquet seating with a table that conveniently drops down to form a large double berth. Natural light fills the space through an opening hatch and a substantial 29 by 24-inch skylight, which also includes a blackout shade for privacy or late mornings. The galley is modestly sized but adequately equipped for the 280 Sundancer, accommodating standard appliances such as a stove, microwave, and refrigerator/freezer. The mid cabin offers 2 feet 2 inches of headroom, with a raised section under the helm seat increasing to 3 feet 2 inches. This area includes an opening port light that connects visually to the cockpit. The berth in the mid cabin measures 5 feet 11 inches long by 4 feet 1.5 inches wide, providing a comfortable private sleeping area.
Power and Performance
Powered by a MerCruiser 300 horsepower 350 MAG engine paired with a Bravo 3 outdrive, the 280 Sundancer achieves a top speed of 41.5 miles per hour at 5260 RPM. At this speed, fuel consumption is 23.4 gallons per hour, yielding a range of approximately 134 miles. The most efficient cruise speed was found at 3500 RPM, delivering 23.6 miles per hour with a fuel burn of 9.7 gallons per hour. At this pace, the boat can run for nearly 7 hours and 48 minutes, covering 184 miles while maintaining a 10% fuel reserve. Acceleration is brisk, with a time to plane of 4.8 seconds, reaching 20 mph in 8.3 seconds, 30 mph in 14.2 seconds, and 40 mph in 21.9 seconds. The boat exhibits a 12-degree bow rise during acceleration without compromising forward visibility, and cruises at a 5-degree bow-high angle with minimal trim adjustments. Handling is responsive, with comfortable 18-degree rolls into hard turns and only minor prop ventilation that is easily corrected by adjusting the drive. Despite its single-engine configuration, the 280 Sundancer is notably maneuverable in tight docking situations.
Cockpit and Exterior Features
The cockpit of the 280 Sundancer is well-appointed with a wet bar featuring a sink and space for an optional grill. Below the bar is a carry-on cooler that can be replaced with a cockpit refrigerator. Above, a sports spoiler supports a standard Bimini top equipped with side curtains for protection against inclement weather. The helm station is clean and functional, outfitted with three gauges including a SmartCraft gauge and a 4-in-1 gauge, with space below for an optional touchscreen chart plotter. A standard VHF radio is included, and the helm console is finished with a tasteful faux Burledwood fascia. The helm seat swivels and the seat back reverses, allowing up to seven people to comfortably face each other around the cockpit table, a design feature borrowed from larger Sea Ray models. The engine hatch is electrically actuated, revealing a gel-coated engine room equipped with a standard automatic fire extinguisher. Optional powerplants include a 283 horsepower diesel engine or a 380 horsepower gasoline engine. Access to the bow is via center-mounted steps leading through a walk-through windshield. The bow area is surrounded by non-skid decking and features a large skylight and opening forward hatch. It is molded to accommodate optional equipment such as a windlass, stainless steel anchor roller, and a 5-inch remote spotlight, with a hatch providing easy access beneath the windlass for anchor line management. At the stern, storage is available behind the aft cockpit seat, which also folds down to form a sun pad. A microswitch alerts the captain when the seat is reclined, ensuring safety by preventing operation while underway.
Conclusion
Overall, the Sea Ray 280 Sundancer presents itself as a well-rounded, transitional cruiser that offers nearly all the essentials needed for enjoyable cruising. It combines comfortable interior accommodations, thoughtful cockpit amenities, and respectable performance characteristics. The inclusion of several upgraded features and optional powerplants further enhances its appeal. This model is well suited for boaters seeking a capable and comfortable step up from smaller recreational boats.
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