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I am just curious. Are there any other 285 Sundowner owners out there?
I have not noticed any since I have joined this forum

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285 Sundowner w/Twin Mercruiser 5.0L MPI's
Yamaha FX/SVHO Waverunner
Yamaha VX Cruiser Waverunner

I think there was one other 285 owner who posted here a while back. I'm not sure how many they made but I'm guessing it's a small number.

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Terry
Current: 07 Crownline 255 CCR cuddy - 350 Mag MPI/B3 "Casi Cielo"

Previous:97 245 Sundowner 5.7GI/SX

Tow vehicle: 1986 GMC 2500 Camper Special 454/TH400

I've got a 2005 w/ twin VP 5.0GXi 270HP. I've only seen one other and it was in my neck of the woods, but it didn't have the arch like mine. Great boat - over 50 MPH.

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2005 285 Sundowner w/ twin Volvo Penta 5.0 GXi 270HP SX

Welcome aboard, it is great to have a fellow 285 Sundowner owner on this forum.

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285 Sundowner w/Twin Mercruiser 5.0L MPI's
Yamaha FX/SVHO Waverunner
Yamaha VX Cruiser Waverunner

I own a 2002 twin VP 5.0GXi 270HP. I bought it this winter and probably will have a few questions during the season...

Congrats on the purchase, you will enjoy owning this model.
If you have any questions, I will be happy to help.

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285 Sundowner w/Twin Mercruiser 5.0L MPI's
Yamaha FX/SVHO Waverunner
Yamaha VX Cruiser Waverunner

I have never seen a 285 in person. I love the looks of the early 2000's model. Can anyone comment on the size of the cuddy and how much room there is to sleep ?

I am curious how roomy the bed is with the head and lil countertop area.

I currently own a '93 SD215. Love the SD's but would love one a lil larger.


Corey

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1993 Sundowner 215
OMC Cobra 5.0 EFI
South Hadley, MA
Connecticut River Rat for life

I have never slept on my boat, but I would estimate that the sleeping area is similar in size to a full size bed,(taking into account the cabin reduction of the bow)
It is quite a bit larger than the Regal 2300 cuddy that I previously owned.

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285 Sundowner w/Twin Mercruiser 5.0L MPI's
Yamaha FX/SVHO Waverunner
Yamaha VX Cruiser Waverunner

SEA GAR, this is sort of a weird request but if possible could you post a pic of an adult laying down on the bed in the cuddy so I can get an idea of how large it is?

I love cuddys, even though they seem to be a dying breed but I also love camping on the boat. I do not want to go to a cabin cruiser (yet)

My GF and I are both hovering around the 6' mark so as you can imagine our '93 215SD is a little tight for sleeping.

Any help would be appreciated.

Corey

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1993 Sundowner 215
OMC Cobra 5.0 EFI
South Hadley, MA
Connecticut River Rat for life

Yes Corey, that is a weird request, if you are that curious you should look at one that is for sale. The Chaparral 285ssi and Formula 280ss are models that are
similar in size.

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285 Sundowner w/Twin Mercruiser 5.0L MPI's
Yamaha FX/SVHO Waverunner
Yamaha VX Cruiser Waverunner

Fellow 285 Sundowners. I bought my 2002 285 Sundowner used. It came with a cover, but it is very old and I need to replace it. I'm struggling to find a good place to buy one. If one of you has a good idea where to go, it would be much appreciated.

If you are looking for a cover that is made to fit your boat, try national boat covers, or boat covers direct they stock covers that range in price from $409.00 to $979.00 that are available in different colors and fabrics.

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285 Sundowner w/Twin Mercruiser 5.0L MPI's
Yamaha FX/SVHO Waverunner
Yamaha VX Cruiser Waverunner

Thank you very much

Finally at the point in my life i can afford my dream boat and im looking to purchase a 285 Sundowner, needs to have the Extended Platform and twins. If anyone has any leads let me know tdickson2500@gmail.com