2002 Sea Ray 280 Sundancer

Step aboard and you’ll notice how much usable space Sea Ray squeezed into this 28-footer. The cockpit feels big for the size, with a comfortable helm layout, wraparound seating, and a transom door that makes it easy to move from swim platform to salon with a full load of gear. Wide side decks and stout rails give you confidence when heading forward to handle lines or drop the hook. Below, the rich wood accents and thoughtful storage make weekend packing simple—everything has a home. The natural light from the deck hatches and ports keeps the cabin feeling open, not cave-like, even with the privacy curtains drawn for overnight guests.

This 280 Sundancer is an ideal platform for local waters where conditions can shift from glassy calm to short chop in a single outing. The deep-V hull softens the ride and tracks well through ferry wakes and afternoon wind waves, while the twin-engine setup gives you reassuring control around busy marinas and tight fairways. With a generator and climate control, you’re comfortable whether you’re tucked into a cool, misty anchorage or riding out a warm summer evening on the hook. The size is a sweet spot: big enough for multi-day cruising and entertaining, yet compact enough to fit in most covered moorage and keep operating costs in check.