2005 Formula 280 Bowrider

Step aboard and you’ll notice how well the cockpit is laid out for a full day on the water. Deep, secure seating wraps around the bow and main deck, with bolsters high enough to keep everyone comfortable when the chop picks up. The double-wide helm seat lets a co-pilot share the best view in the house, and the aft sunpad converts quickly from lounge to swim-platform staging area. Stainless drink holders are right where you want them, and the sound system carries cleanly from bow to stern. Wide steps and a molded walkthrough to the bow make moving forward feel safe, even with kids and guests aboard.

This 28-foot bowrider shines in local waters where conditions can shift from glassy to lumpy in a single outing. The deep‑V Formula hull softens the ride through afternoon boat wakes and wind waves, while still being nimble enough for harbor hopping and sandbar runs. Generous freeboard keeps the crew dryer than many similar-sized day boats, and the wide beam adds welcome stability at anchor or on a mooring. With plenty of seating and storage, it’s ideal for packing coolers, water toys, and gear for a full crew, yet it’s still manageable for an owner-operator to dock and handle without extra hands.