$233,597 - (2026) Chris Craft 28 Sportster For Sale - Orlando Boat Show

The Chris‑Craft 28 Sportster is a modern 28‑foot bowrider / runabout built by Chris-Craft that was recently on display at the Orlando Boat Show. This model is part of Chris‑Craft’s “Sportster” line, a series designed to combine classic Chris‑Craft craftsmanship and style with contemporary performance, comfort, and usability. The 28 Sportster aims to deliver a versatile boat that works for cruising, social days on the water, watersports, and comfortable family/friends outings — all wrapped in a premium, polished Chris‑Craft package. 📏 Key Specs & Layout Here are the main specifications that define the Sportster 28’s size, capacity, and design. Attribute Value / Description Length Overall 28 ft (≈ 8.6 m) Beam (Width) ~8 ft 6 in (≈ 2.6 m) Draft (Engines Up) ~2 ft 1 in (≈ 0.6 m) Maximum Engine Power Up to ~430 HP depending on configuration Fuel Capacity 93 gallons (≈ 352 L) Fresh Water Capacity 16 gallons (≈ 61 L) Passenger Capacity ~12 people (depending on layout/configuration) Hull / Construction Fiberglass, deep‑V hull shape The layout is designed for comfort and social use: there’s a spacious bow seating/lounge area (often U-shaped), a well-appointed cockpit, optional amenities like a swim platform / pull‑down swim step for easy water access, and storage/compartment space under seats and in the transom for gear and essentials. ✨ Features & Amenities The 28 Sportster brings a level of refinement, quality, and modern convenience that reflects Chris‑Craft’s heritage and standards. Some of its standout features: Premium aesthetic touches — refined teak accents, stainless‑steel details, high‑grade marine upholstery, leather‑wrapped steering wheel, etc. A modern helm station/dashboard featuring a custom Chris‑Craft user interface (digital controls) for easier navigation and boat management. Comfortable seating and lounging areas: bow lounge, aft sunpad or lounge, convertible seating, potentially a sun‑pad with flip‑up backrest for lounging or sunbathing. Practical amenities: ample storage compartments (midship, port‑side, transom), optional swim platform + pull‑down swim step for easy boarding/swimming, optional head compartment with sink (on certain configs), freshwater system, etc. Leisure and entertainment options: premium audio package (e.g. with multiple speakers + subwoofer), ambient lighting (with optional hardtop/lighting package), and optional extras like underwater lights, bow docking lights, and more. 🎯 What the 28 Sportster Is Good For — Strengths & Use Cases Day‑boating & social outings: With a comfortable layout, lounge seating, and a refined interior, it’s ideal for a day out on the water with friends/family — swimming, sunbathing, relaxing. Versatile performance: With powerful engine options (up to ~430 HP), it offers enough performance for cruiser‑style boating, quick outings, and potentially light tow‑sports or general recreational use (depending on outfitting). Style + Comfort + Quality: For boaters who care about aesthetics, build quality, and onboard comfort, the Sportster 28 offers a “luxury‑meets‑function” package. Water access & flexibility: Features like swim platform, easy‑access swim step, storage, seating layout make it practical for swimming, snorkeling, or just casual cruising — not just high‑performance or “sport‑only” boating. Lifestyle‑oriented boating: Great for those who want a boat more like a water‑lifestyle platform — comfortable cruising, entertaining, marina‑life, weekend trips — rather than hardcore racing or specialized sports boating. 👀 Who the Sportster 28 Is Best For The 28 Sportster is especially suited for: Boaters who value style, comfort, and quality craftsmanship — whether for relaxing cruises, sunset rides, or days at the sandbar. People who want a versatile, all-around boat — not just one-purpose (like skiing or fishing), but a bit of social boating, leisure, and occasional sporty performance. Families or friend groups who enjoy group outings, entertaining, swimming, lounging, and casual water fun, without needing a massive yacht or highly specialized boat. Someone who wants a “do-it-all” premium boat — comfortable enough for lounging, equipped enough for water fun, with enough power and build quality to feel solid and refined. You can see more details on this boat at https://www.chriscraft.com/models/spo...