Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and ships260 SundancerbyMERCRUISERis a versatilemotor yachtpositioned within practicalcruisers. Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov provide trusted guidance from selection to closing for this model.
When choosing a 260 Sundancer, consider how its key parameters fit your plans:
To discuss current availability and pricing for the 260 Sundancer, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will coordinate viewings, negotiate terms, and manage documentation for a seamless acquisition.
Q: What type of yacht is the 260 Sundancer? A: It is amotor yachtin thecruisersclass, ideal for short cruising plans and harbor-to-harbor trips.
Q: Who is the builder of this model? A: The builder is MERCRUISER; specifications list a single I/O power setup withGasfuel.
Q: What are the key dimensions? A: LOAis 28 ft (8.53 m) andbeamis 8 ft (2.56 m), helping you plan marina slips and storage.
Q: What propulsion does it use? A: It has 1engine with anI/Oconfiguration;fuel typeis Gas and theengine manufactureris Mercruiser.
Q: What are the tank capacities? A: Fuel capacityis 84 gal andfresh water capacityis 28 gal, appropriate for typicalcruisersoutings supported by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov.
Owners gravitate to the 260 Sundanceras a trailerable pocket cruiser for family day use, marina-based weekends, and short overnights. The cabin’s V-berth convertible dinette and aft mid-cabin let two couples or a family of four sleep aboard, while the small galley and enclosed wet head cover the basics. On deck, the social cockpit and convertible helm/transom seating make it easy to switch between cruising, entertaining, and watersports; many owners carry wake/ski gear thanks to available storage.
On the water it rewards attentive trimming. Many report a tendency to lean when coming onto plane and recommend brief, anticipatory tab/drive inputs; once set, it tracks steadily for its size. The base 5.0 MPI (260 hp) feels underpowered, while higher-output MERCRUISERpackages—350 MAG (300 hp) or 6.2L—deliver markedly better punch, with about 25–26 mph cruise and roughly 44–46 mph top in tests on the 350 MAG. Seakeeping is solid for a 26-foot pocket cruiser with roughly 19°–21° deadrise; it stays composed at cruise when trimmed correctly, though it still feels like a small boat in chop. Some owners note outdrive noise or vibration as drivetrains age.
Fit and finish draw frequent praise for a boat this size, with cabinetry and hull windows lending a “big‑boat” feel, though mid‑cabin headroom is predictably tight. Routine ownership centers on sterndrive care: raw‑water impeller and seawater pump service, bellows/gimbal/U‑joints/anodes on older examples, and occasional fuel‑system items (pumps, lines, senders). A few owners also mention gear‑lube weeps and intermittent electrical/SmartCraft instrument glitches. Pre‑purchase diligence typically targets bellows and outdrive service history, bilge condition, and engine compression; minor impeller/drive jobs are relatively inexpensive, while reman engines or outdrive rebuilds can be significant on 15+‑year boats.
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 180 Sport | 17' 0" (5.18 m) | 7' 0" (2.13 m) | 9' 0" (2.75 m) | - | - |
| 340 Amberjack | 38' 0" (11.61 m) | 13' 0" (4.06 m) | 9' 0" (2.75 m) | - | - |
| 260 Sundancer | 28' 0" (8.53 m) | 8' 0" (2.56 m) | - | - | - |
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