Crownline 270 BR

newbie · 10-05-2010, 08:14 AM

have an opportunity to buy a Crownline 270 BR with the V8 engine. If anyone has experience with Crownlines in general or if they have the 270. I would appreciate any and all comments. this would be a big jump up in size for me as I currently have a 20ft BR.

Thanks in advance

newbie

robmac · 10-05-2010, 08:34 AM

Crownline is a good brand, friends had a 270br and loved it. With 23 degrees of deadrise it makes it very comfortable in the rough. But with any used boat try it out and have her checked before you buy. JMHO

Dave R · 10-05-2010, 09:23 AM

Sure hope it's a big block V8. I'd think it would be a slug with a small block. It's big, heavy, and has a very deep-V and seats a huge crowd. Combine that with a small block and it's likely a recipe for slow holeshot. I could be wrong though, be sure to test drive it with a big load, if at all possible.

NHBUOY · 10-05-2010, 11:13 AM

...Tho I agree the big block is a "smarter" choice for that particular Crownline...The Bravo 3 lower unit is the smart choice either way...The Bravo 3 is the great "equalizer"...especially in a small block powered boat...The 270 is a great boat...nice choice...Bravo 3 & a small block is not a bad thing in a 270...

cowisl · 10-05-2010, 11:22 AM

nice boat..perfect for the lake

VitaBene · 10-05-2010, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave R

Sure hope it's a big block V8. I'd think it would be a slug with a small block. It's big, heavy, and has a very deep-V and seats a huge crowd. Combine that with a small block and it's likely a recipe for slow holeshot. I could be wrong though, be sure to test drive it with a big load, if at all possible.

I second Dave's thoughts, a big block V8 is needed for this size boat and definitely test with a group of people!

I like the Crownlines, best of luck.

Highlander · 10-05-2010, 12:46 PM

On our second Crownline. Overall we have been very happy with the. Above average quality fit and finnish, the hull and all the interior fit are excellent and have held up very well. I would suggest a big block as well in a 27' boat as they being well built are generally a heavy boat.

crowsnest · 10-06-2010, 07:39 AM

I had a 02 crownline 26 cabin cruiser best boat i ever owned
very well built

cowisl · 10-06-2010, 09:37 AM

Take it for a test drive and see what you think. I think you will be pleased. I used to test drive them for Channel Marine.

The Big Kahuna · 10-06-2010, 11:05 AM

Had my Crown for 7 years, had zero problems with it. Really good boat, the motor is probably a Merc 454, great dependable motor.

bobio · 10-06-2010, 11:12 AM

Our first boat was a 21' SeaRay Bowrider. We went from that to a 27' Crownline bowrider and it was the best thing we did. Its been a great boat. For a boat that size and quality the price is very reasonable. I was skeptical about the 300hp smallblock at first but it has performed very well even with 9 or 10 people on board. Its the best boat for the money on the lake.

NHBUOY · 10-06-2010, 11:39 AM

...I am intimately familiar with all of Crownline's products and the 270 is my "personal" favorite... Crownline makes a great boat..Construction, fit & finish, performance, etc...are tops for an "assembly line" boat...With regards to power...bigger is ALWAYS better...BUT...the Merc Bravo 3 is the great "equalizer"...A 270 with a small block & a Bravo 3 outdrive is a great choice...If it's a big block with a Bravo 3 outdrive you have hit the jackpot...Good luck with your search...Billy @ Channel Marine probably has a couple or three to look at...

Guiness · 10-07-2010, 07:24 AM

Newbie - sounds like a winner! I would take it for a test drive. Good luck.

CL 240 LS · 10-07-2010, 06:24 PM

Hi Newbie
We love our Crownline and it's been trouble free since we bought it in 2006. FYI Channel is no longer a CL dealer, Winnisquam Marina is the new area dealer. Also Crownline has new owners after a reorganisation last year and they have modified some warranty terms.

I will also echo others and say it would be a better power package with a bigger engine. I sometimes miss the big block of my last boat of similar size but the 350 Mag with the Bravo III is great. Good luck with the test drive.

meredith weekender · 10-08-2010, 02:42 PM

We have an 07' Crownline 270 BR and it is absolutely AWESOME!!!!!!!! This is the fourth boat that I have owned and it is by far the best. We have had it for 3 1/2 seasons now and have logged approximately 275 hours. The boat has had little to no problems. The only problem that I now have is that there is NOT an on the water dealer on the big lake, hopefully when I am ready to change that situation will have changed. Good Luck!!!!!!

VtSteve · 10-09-2010, 07:24 AM

The Crownie is a good solid boat. I'd opt for the big block on that monster as well, very heavy boat.

If it's not new, I'd get a very good survey. Warranty is not as it was when it was the previous Crownline company. I have no idea what the new ones are like since they reopened under new ownership sometime in late 2009?

Winnipesaukee · 10-09-2010, 07:41 PM

The 270BR is the quintessential Winnipesaukee boat.

Big enough for the rough stuff and the family, yet small enough to fit into the little coves and sand bars. Any bigger, in my opinion, and you belong in salt water.

10-05-2010, 08:14 AM	#1
newbie Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Just North of Boston Posts: 108 Thanks: 61 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts	Crownline 270 BR have an opportunity to buy a Crownline 270 BR with the V8 engine. If anyone has experience with Crownlines in general or if they have the 270. I would appreciate any and all comments. this would be a big jump up in size for me as I currently have a 20ft BR. Thanks in advance newbie

10-06-2010, 11:05 AM	#10
The Big Kahuna Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Gilford Posts: 148 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Good Boat Had my Crown for 7 years, had zero problems with it. Really good boat, the motor is probably a Merc 454, great dependable motor.

10-06-2010, 11:12 AM	#11
bobio Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: South Shore, Ma./ South Down Shores, N.H. Posts: 60 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	270br Our first boat was a 21' SeaRay Bowrider. We went from that to a 27' Crownline bowrider and it was the best thing we did. Its been a great boat. For a boat that size and quality the price is very reasonable. I was skeptical about the 300hp smallblock at first but it has performed very well even with 9 or 10 people on board. Its the best boat for the money on the lake.

10-07-2010, 07:24 AM	#13
Guiness Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 63 Thanks: 25 Thanked 11 Times in 7 Posts	Go for it! Newbie - sounds like a winner! I would take it for a test drive. Good luck.

10-09-2010, 07:41 PM	#17
Winnipesaukee Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 233 Thanks: 14 Thanked 16 Times in 12 Posts	The 270BR is the quintessential Winnipesaukee boat. Big enough for the rough stuff and the family, yet small enough to fit into the little coves and sand bars. Any bigger, in my opinion, and you belong in salt water. __________________ Sail fast, live slow!

10-05-2010, 08:34 AM	#2
robmac Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Nashua,Meredith Posts: 951 Thanks: 213 Thanked 106 Times in 81 Posts	Crownline is a good brand, friends had a 270br and loved it. With 23 degrees of deadrise it makes it very comfortable in the rough. But with any used boat try it out and have her checked before you buy. JMHO

10-05-2010, 09:23 AM	#3
Dave R Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 2,985 Thanks: 246 Thanked 744 Times in 444 Posts	Sure hope it's a big block V8. I'd think it would be a slug with a small block. It's big, heavy, and has a very deep-V and seats a huge crowd. Combine that with a small block and it's likely a recipe for slow holeshot. I could be wrong though, be sure to test drive it with a big load, if at all possible.

10-05-2010, 11:13 AM	#4
NHBUOY Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Loon Mtn. winters...Meredith Neck summers Posts: 398 Thanks: 288 Thanked 94 Times in 60 Posts	...Tho I agree the big block is a "smarter" choice for that particular Crownline...The Bravo 3 lower unit is the smart choice either way...The Bravo 3 is the great "equalizer"...especially in a small block powered boat...The 270 is a great boat...nice choice...Bravo 3 & a small block is not a bad thing in a 270...

10-05-2010, 11:22 AM	#5
cowisl Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Cow Island Posts: 168 Thanks: 6 Thanked 20 Times in 12 Posts	nice boat..perfect for the lake

10-05-2010, 12:46 PM	#7
Highlander Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Alton Bay Posts: 74 Thanks: 1 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	On our second Crownline. Overall we have been very happy with the. Above average quality fit and finnish, the hull and all the interior fit are excellent and have held up very well. I would suggest a big block as well in a 27' boat as they being well built are generally a heavy boat.

10-06-2010, 07:39 AM	#8
crowsnest Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Whitman Ma / Weirs Beach Posts: 94 Thanks: 42 Thanked 25 Times in 19 Posts	I had a 02 crownline 26 cabin cruiser best boat i ever owned very well built

10-06-2010, 09:37 AM	#9
cowisl Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Cow Island Posts: 168 Thanks: 6 Thanked 20 Times in 12 Posts	Take it for a test drive and see what you think. I think you will be pleased. I used to test drive them for Channel Marine.

10-06-2010, 11:39 AM	#12
NHBUOY Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Loon Mtn. winters...Meredith Neck summers Posts: 398 Thanks: 288 Thanked 94 Times in 60 Posts	...I am intimately familiar with all of Crownline's products and the 270 is my "personal" favorite... Crownline makes a great boat..Construction, fit & finish, performance, etc...are tops for an "assembly line" boat...With regards to power...bigger is ALWAYS better...BUT...the Merc Bravo 3 is the great "equalizer"...A 270 with a small block & a Bravo 3 outdrive is a great choice...If it's a big block with a Bravo 3 outdrive you have hit the jackpot...Good luck with your search...Billy @ Channel Marine probably has a couple or three to look at...

10-07-2010, 06:24 PM	#14
CL 240 LS Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 98 Thanks: 25 Thanked 16 Times in 12 Posts	Hi Newbie We love our Crownline and it's been trouble free since we bought it in 2006. FYI Channel is no longer a CL dealer, Winnisquam Marina is the new area dealer. Also Crownline has new owners after a reorganisation last year and they have modified some warranty terms. I will also echo others and say it would be a better power package with a bigger engine. I sometimes miss the big block of my last boat of similar size but the 350 Mag with the Bravo III is great. Good luck with the test drive.

10-08-2010, 02:42 PM	#15
meredith weekender Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Meredith / Manchester Posts: 373 Thanks: 87 Thanked 84 Times in 57 Posts	We have an 07' Crownline 270 BR and it is absolutely AWESOME!!!!!!!! This is the fourth boat that I have owned and it is by far the best. We have had it for 3 1/2 seasons now and have logged approximately 275 hours. The boat has had little to no problems. The only problem that I now have is that there is NOT an on the water dealer on the big lake, hopefully when I am ready to change that situation will have changed. Good Luck!!!!!!

10-09-2010, 07:24 AM	#16
VtSteve Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1,320 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 230 Thanked 361 Times in 169 Posts	The Crownie is a good solid boat. I'd opt for the big block on that monster as well, very heavy boat. If it's not new, I'd get a very good survey. Warranty is not as it was when it was the previous Crownline company. I have no idea what the new ones are like since they reopened under new ownership sometime in late 2009?