Overview
2026 Sea Ray 280 SLX – Twin White Mercury 250 V8s with Joystick Piloting - 57 Hours - Inside Stored Since New - Factory Warranty
Experience luxury, performance, and innovation in one exceptional package with this like-new 2026 Sea Ray 280 SLX. Powered by twin white Mercury 250 HP V8 outboards featuring Mercury Joystick Piloting (JPO) and just 57 hours, this stunning sport boat has been inside stored high and dry since new, preserving its showroom-quality appearance and condition.
Designed for those who appreciate refined craftsmanship without sacrificing exhilarating performance, the 280 SLX delivers an incredibly smooth, confident ride with effortless handling and the power to cruise, entertain, or enjoy watersports with ease. The Mercury Joystick Piloting system makes docking and close-quarters maneuvering remarkably simple, giving captains of every experience level the confidence to slip into tight marinas with precision and ease.
Step aboard and you’ll immediately notice Sea Ray’s renowned attention to detail. Premium upholstery, upscale finishes, and a spacious, intelligently designed cockpit create the perfect environment for relaxing with family or entertaining friends. Generous wraparound seating, expansive sun lounges, abundant storage, and a thoughtfully appointed helm ensure every day on the water is both comfortable and enjoyable.
Whether you’re spending the day cruising the Intracoastal, anchoring at your favorite sandbar, or making unforgettable memories with family and friends, this 280 SLX is equipped to exceed expectations.
Highlights Include:
- Twin White Mercury 250 HP V8 Outboards
- Mercury Joystick Piloting
- Black Hull with Horizon Accent Stripe
- Anchor Bundle with Stainless Anchor, Electric Windlass, Rode & Chain
- Comfort Bundle with Bow Filler Cushion, Teak Cockpit & Bow Tables
- Entertainment Bundle with Inductive Charging Station, Premier Audio System Upgrade
- Essentials Bundle with Bow & Cockpit Black Canvas Covers, Fender Clips, Flag Pole, Sea Dek Swim Platform
- Lighting Bundle with RGWB Accent Lighting, Underwater Lighting, Docking Lights, and Illuminated Sea Ray Badge
- Water Systems Bundle with Bow Shower, Transom Shower, Pressurized Water System
- Dual 12" Simrad NSX Digital Dash with Smart Craft
- Power Tower with Bimini
- Cockpit Sea Dek Package
- 12V Refrigerator
- Side Entry Step
- Starboard Winshield Wiper
- Vacuum Flush Heas System w/ Holding Tank
- Bilge Storage Caddy
Seller’s Situation:
This is a genuine opportunity for buyers. The current owner has relocated due to employment, creating an unexpected chance to own an exceptionally clean, low-hour 2026 Sea Ray 280 SLX. Motivated by the move, the seller has priced this boat competitively and wants it to be the next 280 SLX sold.
Finding a late-model Sea Ray of this caliber with such low hours, joystick control, and all these premium upgrades is a rare opportunity. Skip the wait for a new build and enjoy all the benefits of a virtually new vessel today.
If you’ve been searching for one of the cleanest, lowest-hour Sea Ray 280 SLXs on the market, equipped with the highly desirable Mercury Joystick Piloting system, your search ends here. Don’t miss your chance to own this exceptional boat before someone else does—it is truly turn-key and ready for its next adventure.
Features
S T A N D A R D
FEATURES
BOW & COCKPIT
• Cup holders, stainless steel (14)
• Floor liner, fiberglass
• Lighting, LED (courtesy)
• Outlets, 12V accessory (helm & transom) – 2
• Outlets, USB-A & USB-C dual port (7)
• Self-bailing cockpit
DOORS
• Bow walkthrough with hinged windshield door &
fiberglass block-off door
• Hatch for bilge access, gas-assisted
• Transom door, fiberglass
SEATING
• Bow seating, U-shaped with foldable armrests
& hinged cushions
• Cockpit social area
• Aft L-shaped bench seating
• Opposing starboard bench seating
• Helm bucket seat, two-person with swivel, slider &
flip-up bolster
• Port companion bucket seat with swivel, slider
& flip-up bolster
• Sunpad
STORAGE
• Bow storage, gas-assisted
(in floor & under seating)
• Cockpit storage (under seating)
• Cooler storage (cockpit)
• Side panel tubs (cockpit)
• Ski & wakeboard storage, gas-assisted
(cockpit floor)
HULL & DECK
• Cleats, stainless steel through-bolted (8″) – 6
• Deck fill plates, stainless steel
• Drain plug
• Entry access (port & starboard)
• Eyes, stainless steel (bow & stern)
• Handrails, stainless steel (cockpit)
• Handrails, Chil Cool Technology vinyl-wrapped
stainless steel (bow & cockpit)
• Horn, built-in
• Light, removable (stern)
• Lights, navigation (stainless steel) – integrated
into deck
• Rub rail, PVC with stainless steel insert
• Stringer system, fiberglass
• Swim platform, integral with deck-mounted
stainless steel four-step swim ladder &
grab handle
• Thru-hull fittings, stainless steel
• Windshield, tempered tinted curved glass with
stainless steel header
STORAGE
• Anchor storage
• Glove box, lockable (port console door)
• Integrated cooler or storage, fiberglass with drain
(under sunpad)
• Storage (transom walkway floor)
• Storage with lockable door (under port console)
• Transom storage for gear & inflatables with
gas-assisted fiberglass lid (under sunpad)
TECHNICAL
ELECTRICAL
• Battery charger, 12V onboard (triple bank)
• Battery switches
• Electrical system, 120V 60Hz
• Fuse block
FUSION ® AUDIO SYSTEM
• AM/FM stereo (helm)
• Bluetooth™
• Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
• Wi-Fi audio streaming with Apple AirPlay® 2
• XS Series speakers (6.5″) – 2 pairs
HELM
• Digital Dash, dual (9″)
• Active Trim control & monitoring
• Chartplotter with preloaded charts
(North America only)
• CZone® digital switching
• Mercury Marine® SmartCraft® Connect
• Simrad® NSX® 9″ touchscreen displays (2)
• Transducer with depth, water temperature &
fishfinder
• Mercury Marine® Joystick Piloting for Outboards
• Mercury Marine® SmartCraft® Digital Throttle
& Shift (DTS)
• Active Trim speed-based automatic engine
trim system with integrated GPS
• Engine start / stop
• Parallel start system with battery parallel
• Steering, power-assisted with tilt wheel
• Switch panel with illuminated weatherproof
chrome switches
• Tilt & trim, power
MECHANICAL
BILGE
• Bilge lighting, 12V
• Bilge pump, 1200 GPH 12V automatic (aft)
• Bilge storage, finished (aft)
• Vents, integral
FUEL SYSTEM
• Evaporative emissions fuel system
• Fuel lines, USCG compliant
• Fuel tank with anti-siphon valve
& electric sending unit
UNDERWATER GEAR
• Propellers, stainless steel
• Trim tabs, electric with indicator
Specifications
Dimensions
Dimensions
- Length:28 ft
- Beam:9 ft
- Minimum Draft:1 ft 1 in
- Dry Weight:8053.0 lbs
Engine & Performance
Engine & Performance
- Engine Count:2
- Total Horse Power:500 hp
- Drive Type:Other
- Fuel Type:Gas
- Max Speed:44.0
- Make:MERCURY
- Model:WHT 250 JPO V8
- Engine hours:56
Capacities
Capacities
- Fuel Capacity:117.0 gal
- Fresh Water Capacity:20.0 gal
- Holding Tank Capacity:10.0 gal
- Head Count:1
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
- Hull Material:Fiberglass
- Condition:Brokerage
- Class:Bowrider
Location
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