The Boston Whaler Vantage, "Searenity" is a versatile and stylish dual console boat that is designed to handle a variety of boating activities, from fishing and cruising to watersports and offshore adventures. The 28' model is a great choice for those who want a larger vessel with plenty of space for entertaining guests or bringing along family members.
Her exterior is sleek and modern, with clean lines and a sporty look. The boat features a deep-V hull design that provides a smooth, comfortable ride in choppy waters. The hull is constructed with Whaler's proprietary Unibond construction, which ensures that the boat is unsinkable.
The cockpit of the Vantage is spacious and well-appointed, with plenty of seating and storage options. The boat can accommodate up to 12 passengers, making it ideal for larger groups. The helm area features a captain's chair with a flip-up bolster for added comfort and visibility. The dashboard is equipped with advanced electronics, including a Raymarine Axiom 12-inch touchscreen display, digital switching, Mercury Active/Auto Trim Tabs and an excelent audio system.
The Vantage also has a large, fully-equipped outdoor galley area that includes a refrigerator, sink, and stovetop, as well as plenty of counter and storage space. There is a dinette area with seating for four, which can be converted into a double berth for overnight stays.
Other features of the 2020 28' Boston Whaler Vantage include a spacious head compartment with a sink and shower. Access to the water by a large swim platform with a telescoping ladder, and a transom door. The boat is powered by twin Mercury Verado 400HP engines, which provide excellent performance and fuel efficiency.
Overall, "Searenity" is a versatile and luxurious boat that is perfect for a wide range of boating activities. Its stylish design, advanced features, and superior construction make it a top choice for boaters who demand the very best.
Factory Upgrades
Deluxe Helm Electronics Package -
Combines premium electronics options with port and starboard acrylic dash and switch panels for an integrated look and functionality.
12” RAYMARINE AXIOM RV ELECTRONICS/NAVIGATION PACKAGE
- Raymarine Axiom 12
- RealVision 3D
- 12.1” screen (GPS/chart plotter/fishfinder)
- RealVision 3D
- DownVision, SideVision, and Chirp transom transducer,
- Dash surface – custom black acrylic on port and starboard dash areas
- Stereo system with Premium Audio
- Vessel View 4” Display
- Glovebox, the port console
- Custom black acrylic on port and starboard dash areas including switch panels
Summer Kitchen -
Includes:
- 12-V Refrigerator,
- 1500 Watt Inverter,
- Automatic charging relay for inverter battery bank charging from engines Battery Charging System
- Corian Counter-Top,
- Dedicated storage,
- Electric Grill,
- Shore Power with battery charger
- Galvanic isolator & Tool Holders
Upgrd-Dual White VERADO Engines - Joystick 300 CXL V8
- White Engines (outboard docking system with joystick,electronic steering, skyhook/autopilot keypad functionality)
- Stainless Steel Anchor
- Under Gunnel Storage Shelf
- Console Rod Storage
- Underwater LED Lighting
- Raw Water Washdown
- Sunshade Cockpit
- VHF Radio - Raymarine (RAY52)
- Full Blue Canvas Package
Standard Equipment
- All hardware 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
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 White 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
Engine Notes
Upgrd-Dual White Joystick 300 CXL V8 CMS - 280VA
White Engines (outboard docking system with joystick, electronic steering,
skyhook/autopilot keypad functionality) (not compatible with standalone
autopilot option) (includes vessel view and fuel/water separators)
330 Hours
All services are up to date
Extended Warranty
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 electric windlass and stainless anchor
- 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 is equipped with an electrically actuated cockpit Sunshade
- Dedicated fishing features include cockpit fish boxes, transom livewell and strategically-placed rod holders
- Cockpit grill station makes for easy entertaining and stows away when not in use
Key Features
Indoor stored since new
Mercury Active Trim System
Mercury Platnum Extended Warranty (7/29/2027)
All Service records available
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. Hours listed may vary from actual hours due to recent use. Purchaser is encouraged to verify hours prior to purchase. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
