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Ha! I literally just ordered one of these this morning... https://thecapemarine.com/collections/gunwale-boarding-mats-1

All very good points. The 9'6" beam on the 285 and the twin 300s is the deal maker. The 275 just wouldn't be that much of a difference from the 235.

I did that. They just show the basic stuff right off the website. Length, beam, weight...

My ultimate "upgrade" boat is an Auqila 32. But not ready to drop half a mil on a boat yet.

I think that is a good call. After doing some research I have decided to stick with my 235 until a 285 comes along in my price range. I just don't think the 255 or 275 are that much different than the 235 (other than twin engines). The 285 is in a whole different category. If I am going to...

I am considering going from my 235 to a 275 and was wondering if there are any resources that diagram actual dimensions, not just overall length and beam. Would like to be able to compare the cockpits of both boats. My local dealership doesn't have any 275s right now so I can't go check one...

Interesting because a friend of mine who owns a 235 said when he was choosing between the 235 and the 255 he didn't notice any thing different other than the twin engines on the 255. Said the cockpit was the same size.

I don't fish, so I don't know if the platforms would impact anything. I just like to pull up to the sandbar and throw a cooler on the platform or just sit on the platform and watch the activities. Plus it makes washing the engine very easy. Turns my little 23' boat basically into a 26'...

I am currently looking to move up from my 235 to a 275. Have you spent much time on a 235 at all? Was wondering if the cockpit is significantly bigger on the 275. My dealership doesn't have any right now and won't for a couple months.

I would not get a 255 with a single 300. I have the 235 with a single 300 and I wish it was a 350 (it's a tad underpowered at 300). If you want the 255 get the twin 200s. Plus, with the 255 you don't have the swim platforms which is my favorite feature on the 235. 255 with a single 300 makes...

Also considering other 26-28' DCs like the Scout Dorado 277, Pursuit 266DC, and Blackfin 272DC.

Thanks. I was hoping to get some feedback from folks who have a 275, particularly anyone who moved up from a 235.

Here's an interesting placement for the name...

I considered the 255, but I have a feeling that I'll always wish I went with the 275. The next size up, the 285, is an entirely different boat and a whole different price category. I think the 275 is ideal...used. The used 275s in the 2021-2023 range cost about what I paid new for my 235...

I would like a slightly bigger boat with twin engines. Don't need it, but really want one.