This 2023 280 Vantage is very close to a brand-new Boston Whaler. She has been meticulously maintained in a covered dry slip and is ready for a new owner. This boat will not disappoint with her sleek design and family friendly dual console design. Expect exceptional stability, comfort and ease of operation with joystick piloting (skyhook and auto pilot). Powered by twin 300 hp Mercury Verado engines with only 40 hours, this Whaler offers exceptional performance and fuel efficiency. Whether you're into watersports or fishing, the 280 Vantage has you covered with its ample storage, integrated rod holders, and open layout. Luxury is not compromised, with premium upholstery, a state-of-the-art helm console, and panoramic views through wraparound windows.

Optional Equipment:

• Smartcraft Package which includes Outboard Docking System with Joystick, electronic steering, Skyhook/Autopilot Keypad and Functionality
• 300hp Mercury Verados (white) (40 hours) still under factory warranty
• Simrad electronics package with 12" display
• Simrad Radar HALO24 4 kw 24" high definition digital dome
• Electronic Sunshade - cockpit, hardtop mounted
• Light Blue hull sides (gel coat)
• Light blue underside of hard top
• Chrome graphics
• Beach boarding ladder
• Stainless steel anchor
• Anchor windlass
• Bow table with filler cushion
• Cockpit table, with dedicated storage
• Cockpit cover - bow and aft cockpit
• Vaccuflush head with overboard pumpout and discharge
• Raw water wash down
• Corian countertop at cockpit utility center
• Battery charging system
• LED Underwater lighting
• White rub rail with stainless steel insert
• VHF radio

Manufacturer Provided Description

The 280 Vantage builds on the legacy of the award-winning Vantage series, delivering exceptional stability, comfort and ease of operation. With its family-friendly dual-console layout and smart, convertible seating, the 280 provides plenty of space for everyone to stretch out and relax. Try a new activity, or try a whole range of them: The 280 Vantage is an all-access pass to everything your family wants to do on the water, from discovering remote beaches to finding thrills at the end of a towrope or fishing line.

• Sleek, redesigned bow available with both windlass and boarding ladder
• Convertible portside lounge seating adjusts to an array of configurations
• Easy access from the dock or the water via the standard portside dive door
• Integrated hardtop and windshield provide great weather protection and clear visibility
• Hardtop can be equipped with an electrically actuated cockpit Sureshade
• Dedicated fishing features include cockpit fishboxes, transom livewell and strategically-placed rod holders
• Cockpit grill station makes for easy entertaining and stows away when not in use

Standard Equipment

• All hardware 316-L stainless steel
• All rails welded 316-L stainless steel

Deck/Cockpit

• 28” Cockpit depth
• 8” Stainless steel cleats – bow (2), pop-up stern (2), pop-up spring line (2)
• Anchor windlass with 200’ of rode, chain and anchor
• Bow and stern eyes
• Cockpit coaming bolsters
• Cockpit courtesy lights – dual color blue/white
• Covered telescoping swim ladder with stainless steel grab rail
• Drink holders (12)
• Heavy-Duty rub rail
• Insulated in-floor fishboxes with pump-out (2) (located aft) (25 gallons)
• Livewell with light (19 gallons)
• Molded fiberglass port side dive/boarding door with removable stainless-steel dive ladder and deployable grab rail
• Motorwell drains
• Rod holders (gunnel-mounted, stainless steel) (3)
• Self-Bailing cockpit sole
• Stainless steel grab rails
• Transom door with stainless steel latch

Cockpit Utility Center

• Coaming pocket with courtesy light and drink holders (2)
• Sink with freshwater faucet
• Starboard aft facing seat with integrated cooler (11 gallons)
• Stainless steel grab rail
• Integrated storage (deleted with refrigerator)

Bow Area

• Bow bolster
• Bow cushions with backrests
• Bow walkthrough block off panel
• Drink holders (4)
• Fiberglass lids with latches (3)
• Integrated centerline bow cooler (12 gallons)
• Recessed storage / cup holder compartment
• Welded stainless steel forward side rails
• USB charging receptacle (dual)

Console

• 12V Receptacle
• Access panel to electronics
• Cast stainless steel steering wheel with urethane grip
• Compass
• Courtesy light
• Dash visor
• Drink holders (2)
• Electronics mounting surface
• Helm and companion footrests
• Electrical switch panel with circuit breaker protection
• Storage bucket
• Tempered bonded glass windshield
• Trash door
• Windshield wiper (starboard)

Head

• Dash visor
• Decorative floor inlay
• Interior light
• Gasketed lockable entry door with dual gaskets and draw down latch
• Molded fiberglass console liner
• Portable head with pump-out
• Sink with faucet and Corian countertop
• Stainless steel grab rail
• Stainless steel storage hooks (2)
• Storage locker
• Storage inboard with material keeper

Seating

• Aft facing seating at starboard prep station
• Bow seating area with lounge backrests and armrests (port and starboard)
• Convertible port lounge seat with gasketed storage
• Deluxe custom Boston Whaler helm seat with high/low pedestal
• Fold-out stern seat with backrest

Storage

• Bow anchor locker with drain and windlass
• Captain’s pocket storage with USB outlet below the dash
• Cockpit storage center
• Console storage with stainless steel latch
• Head storage compartment
• Insulated bow storage lockers (port and starboard with overboard drains)
• Centerline insulated cooler with overboard drain

Mechanical

• 250 V8 Black Dual Mercury Verado engines with hydraulic power steering
• Automatic bilge pump
• Battery trays (4)
• Electric horn
• Freshwater system (20 gallons) with bow and stern sprayers
• Fuel tank (185 gallons)
• LED navigation lights
• Livewell (19 gallons) (located transom, port side)
• Recessed electric trim tabs with indicators
• SmartCraft deluxe gauge package
• Stainless steel propellers
• Tilt steering
• Transducer mount area

Fiberglass Hardtop

• Grab rails (located on centerline, stainless steel) (2)
• Lighting – LED navigation lights
• Lighting – LED overhead courtesy lighting (blue) (4)
• Lighting – LED courtesy map light (red/white) (1)
• Rod holders (4) (white or black depending on frame color selection)
• Tow bit (white or black depending on frame color selection)
• Welded aluminum integrated frame with tempered glass windshield (white or black depending on frame color selection)

Vessel View Mobile

• Display key engine data on your smartphone (Android or Apple iPhone)
• Bluetooth connection via Vessel View Mobile app (compatible while connected to stereo)
• Troubleshooting assistance with dealer notification

Mechanical Disclaimer

Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

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.