Sea Ray Sundancer 320: The Perfect Cruiser for Kiwi Waters

Sea Ray Sundancer 320: The Perfect Cruiser for Kiwi Waters

This 2005 Sea Ray Sundancer 320 offers the ideal balance of space, style, and practicality — whether you’re cruising Lake Taupō, exploring the coast, or entertaining friends at your favourite bay. With its roomy cockpit, comfortable cabin, and premium finishes throughout, it’s built for people who love being on the water but don’t want to compromise on comfort or class.
Powered by twin MerCruiser 4.3L 4 stroke petrol engines, each rated at 220hp, with logged hours of 548 and 550. These MerCruisers deliver confident acceleration, smooth cruising and reliable performance, giving you the reassurance of modern, serviceable engines and the flexibility to enjoy both short hops and longer runs.
This package does not include the trailer. A trailer suitable for this boat can be purchased as an extra.

Specifications:

Make / Model: Sea Ray Sundancer 320
Year: 2005
Engine: 2 x Mercruiser 4.3L 4 stroke (548 & 550 Hours)
Trailer: N/A
Length: 9.2m
Extras: Compass • Table • Toilet • Shower • Cooker • Fridge • Microwave • TV Monitor • Dining Table • Lowrance GPS • Raymarine VHF • Trim Tabs

Performance and Experience

This Sea Ray Sundancer is a well-regarded line of sport cruisers known for blending sporty and agile performance with a comfortable, well-appointed, and social experience ideal for day trips and overnight stays. Sundancers are generally described as lively and agile, handling with confidence and responding well to the helm. Sea Ray Sundancers also employ “Quiet Ride” technology (dampening vibration and noise) to ensure a smooth and quiet experience, making conversations easier and the ride more comfortable, even at speed. They feature a moderate to deep-vee planing hull design, which allows them to get on plane efficiently. Powered by twin mercruiser engines delivers plenty of power for activities like towing or cruising. Top speeds can reach over 40 knots, while a comfortable cruising speed is typically around 20-25 knots.

 Why buy this boat?

If you’re looking for a boat that delivers both luxury and performance, this 2005 Sea Ray Sundancer is an exceptional choice. With its sleek design, twin MerCruiser 4.3L 220hp engines, and beautifully finished interior, it offers the best of both worlds — the excitement of powerful performance and the comfort of home-like amenities. Perfect for couples, families, or anyone who loves to entertain, this Sundancer makes every trip feel like a mini holiday. The cockpit is spacious and social, while below deck you’ll find a well-appointed cabin complete with a galley, dining area, and overnight accommodation — ideal for long weekends away. Check out more of the specs https://bh.ninetyblack.com/boat/sea-ray-sundancer/

Development and design

The 2005 Sea Ray Sundancer series was designed as a line of elegant and athletic express cruisers and cabin cruisers, focusing on a balance of performance, comfort, and sophisticated styling. All 2005 Sundancer models feature a fiberglass (GRP) planing hull, and are known for durability and a stable, smooth ride. A key construction technique involved coating hull stringers with resin before installation and securing them with a structural bonding compound to create a unified and strong hull-to-stringer bond. The cockpit layout is widely praised for the efficient use of space, featuring seating arrangements designed for socializing and entertaining. This includes a wet bar with a sink and cooler/refrigerator, ample seating, a full canvas enclosure option, and integrated swim platforms. Molded-in steps provided safe and easy access to the bow, which includes a sun pad area.

History of the Sea Ray Sundancer

The Sundancer was first introduced in the 1970s, revolutionizing the cabin cruiser segment of the boating industry. These boats are known for their sleek, sporty designs and comfortable layouts, often featuring a deep-V hull for a smooth ride, and are designed for both day cruising and overnight stays. Construction and quality: As with all Sea Ray boats, models from 2005 were built with Sea Ray’s focus on quality materials and craftsmanship, a trait that helped the brand become a leader in the industry. Sea Ray boats are made in multiple locations in the United States, with manufacturing facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, and Merritt Island, Florida.

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Haines Hunter Taupo sell a range of quality new and used boats throughout NZ. We also offer repairs and servicing with a fully equiped workshop and experienced technicians. Book your boat in with us today https://bh.ninetyblack.com/services/services-form/

 Check out the Power Boat Magazine review of this boat also: https://powerboatmagazine.co.nz/boat-of-the-week-sea-ray-sundancer-320/