Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe GRAND MARINER 270byHARRISis a 27-footmotor yachtin a modernpontoonconfiguration, built around a durablealuminum hulland powered by a single MERCURY outboard using unleaded fuel. Represented by Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales, it emphasizes straightforward ownership and easy day boating.
Selecting a GRAND MARINER 270
Choose this model if you want a 27 ft (8.23 m) platform with single-outboard simplicity and an aluminum build. The GRAND MARINER 270suits owners who prefer a low-maintenance setup, a clean-burning unleaded fuel system, and the social layout typical of apontoonwithin the broader class of amotor yacht.
Features of the Model
- Single-engine MERCURY outboard for simplified operation and service
- Aluminum deck and aluminum hullconstruction for robust, everyday use
- Classified as a pontoonwithin themotor yachtsegment
- Fuel type: unleaded for convenient refueling
- Hull configuration listed as “Other” per provided specifications
For personalized guidance, Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales can outline how this specification aligns with your use case and waters.
Technical Specifications
- Model: GRAND MARINER 270
- Builder: HARRIS
- Category: motor yacht/pontoon
- LOA: 27 ft (8.23 m)
- Engines: 1 x MERCURY
- Propulsion: Outboard
- Fuel: Unleaded
- Hull material: aluminum
- Deck material: Aluminum
- Hull configuration: Other
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and brokerage opportunities for the GRAND MARINER 270, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will confirm market status, discuss timing, and coordinate inspections or offers tailored to your timeline.
Questions and Answers
Q: What type of vessel is the GRAND MARINER 270? A: It’s amotor yachtin apontoonformat with a durablealuminum hull. This classification supportseasy ownershipandsocial day boating.
Q: What is the engine setup on this model? A: The specification lists a single engineMERCURYOutboardrunning onUnleadedfuel, offering straightforward operation and service access.
Q: How long is the boat? A: The LOAis 27 ft (8.23 m), delivering a practical footprint for marina slips and trailering considerations.
Q: What materials are used in construction? A: The deck is Aluminum, and the hull is categorized underAluminum Yachts. This combination supportsdurabilityandlow-maintenanceownership.
Q: How do I discuss pricing and next steps? A: Reach out to Andrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesforpricing,availability, andbrokerageguidance tailored to theGRAND MARINER 270byHARRIS.
Owner Experience Review
Owners use the GRAND MARINER 270fromHARRISfor family cruising, sandbars, and day trips; many call it a family-friendly platform for kids, grandkids, and dogs. On the water it delivers a stable, confident tritoon ride in typical lake and coastal conditions, and the helm feels responsive. With the optional joystick piloting, close-quarters docking and maneuvering are notably easier.
Performance is strong when paired with higher-hp Mercury Verado outboards. In a July 17, 2023 Mercury Boat House Bulletin, a GRAND MARINER 270with a 300 hp Verado ran about 43.6 mph, with 0–20 mph in 4.95 s and 0–30 mph in 8.98 s—pace that supports towing and watersports. Owners and listings also praise the lounge-focused layouts, helm ergonomics, and upgraded audio/entertainment for social cruising and sandbar sessions.
Ownership notes include maintenance and durability realities. Some owners report the pillow-top seats loosening or sagging over time. Verado outboards are generally regarded as reliable but can carry higher service costs, occasional electronic or supercharger-related limp-mode events, and dealer-level service intervals; the outboard mounting does keep routine access straightforward versus I/O setups. HARRIS’s longer warranty coverage (e.g., 10-year bow-to-stern and limited lifetime structural references in the 2022 catalog) can help with repair and ownership costs.
Pros and Cons
- Stable, confident tritoon ride with a responsive helm, and the optional joystick eases close-quarters control.
- Strong performance with a 300 hp Verado, tested around 43.6 mph with quick 0–20 and 0–30 mph acceleration.
- Spacious lounge layouts, plush seating, and upgraded audio suit family cruising and sandbar entertaining.
- Some owners report pillow-top seat material loosening or sagging over time.
- Mercury Verado outboards can involve higher service costs and dealer-level maintenance intervals.
- Occasional electronic or supercharger-related issues on Verado engines have led to limp-mode events for some owners.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAND MARINER 270 | 27' 0" (8.23 m) | - | - | - | - |
| Grand Mariner 250 | 27' 0" (8.28 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | 3' 7" (1.08 m) | - | - |
| 250 Solstice | 27' 0" (8.51 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | 5' 9" (1.75 m) | - | - |
| 250 Sunliner Sport | 25' 0" (7.87 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | 5' 9" (1.75 m) | - | - |
| 230 Sunliner | 23' 0" (7.14 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | 5' 9" (1.75 m) | - | - |
| 210 Cruiser | 22' 0" (6.73 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | 5' 9" (1.75 m) | - | - |
| Sunliner 230 Tritoon | 26' 0" (7.92 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | - | 21.2 kn / 30 kn | - |
| 210 Cruiser | 21' 0" (6.40 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | - | - | - |
| Solstice 240 SL Tritoon | 28' 0" (8.69 m) | 8' 0" (2.62 m) | - | - | - |
| Solstice 220 CWDH Tritoon | 26' 0" (8.03 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | - | 27 kn / 40 kn | - |
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