Shown with optional radar arch
Specifications:
Length: 27'5" (8.36 m)
Beam: 102" (2.59 m)
Depth: 89" (2.26 m)
Weight: 6180 lbs (2803 kg) w/5.0 GL Volvo Penta
Cockpit Depth: 36" (.91 m)
Transom Width: 97" (2.46 m)
Transom Deadrise: 20°
Draft (drive down): 40" (1.02 m)
Fuel Capacity: 72 gallons (273 L)
Optional Features:
  • Additional vented cabin windows (2)
  • China head, electric pump-out
  • Dash mounted stereo remote
  • Dockside air conditioner/reverse heat
  • Electric anchor windlass
  • Extended swim platform
  • Flat screen TV w/DVD player
  • Grey water system
  • Radar arch
  • Stainless steel storage rack for docking fenders
  • Stern filler cushion & table
  • Westerbeke 5KW generator
Optional Canvas:
  • Canvas Package for Bimini top: side curtains, aft curtain, clear connector
  • Camper Canvas Package: Canvas Package less stern curtain, plus aft camper top, aft camper side curtains, aft camper stern curtain
  • Cockpit cover
Color Choices:
  • White/Blue w/Yellow Hull Stripe
  • White/Sand w/Black Hull Stripe
Power Choices:
  • 5.7L Alpha MerCruiser (250 hp)
  • 5.7L Bravo III MerCruiser (250 hp)
  • 350 Magnum MPI Bravo I MerCruiser (300 hp)
  • 350 Magnum MPI Bravo III MerCruiser (300 hp)
  • MX 6.2 MPI Bravo I MerCruiser (320 hp)
  • MX 6.2 MPI Bravo III MerCruiser (320 hp)

  • 5.0 GXi Volvo Penta (270 hp)
  • 5.0 GXi DP Volvo Penta (270 hp)
  • 5.0 OSi DP Volvo Penta (270 hp)
  • 5.7 Gi Volvo Penta (280 hp)
  • 5.7 Gi DP Volvo Penta (280 hp)
  • 5.7 OSi DP Volvo Penta (280 hp)
  • 5.7 GXi Volvo Penta (315 hp)
  • 5.7 GXi DP Volvo Penta (315 hp)
  • 5.7 OSXi DP (FWC) Volvo Penta (320 hp)
Glastron’s largest Sport Cruiser, the GS 279 is a tastefully-done combination of style, space efficiency and family-friendly features. This twin-cabin model is a perfect opportunity to escape from the ordinary. It’s all here and waiting for you. So what are you waiting for?
The GS 279’s cabin features a rich and attractive combination of leatherette and fabric upholstery, cherrywood cabinetry and plush carpet. They’re all examples of the distinctive design touches that you’ll notice the moment you come on board—and appreciate for years to come.
Standard Features:
  • Aft cabin
  • AM/FM/CD/Sirius satellite stereo w/4 speakers
  • Automatic bilge pump
  • Battery charger
  • Bow pulpit w/roller & rope locker
  • Cabin courtesy lights
  • Cabin throw pillows (3)
  • Cockpit refreshment center w/sink & ice box
  • Color-coordinated Sunbrella Bimini top w/boot
  • Compass
  • Deck hatch w/screen
  • Depth sounder
  • Dinette/V-berth
  • Dockside power (110V)
  • Dual battery switch
  • Galley with microwave, refrigerator, alcohol/ electric stove, sink
  • Head compartment with fiberglass shower, sink, manual china head
  • High/low dual helm seat
  • Hot water system
  • Hour meter
  • Hydraulic trim tabs
  • Integrated swim platform w/walk-thru transom gate
  • Portside chaise lounge seat
  • Remote control spotlight
  • Removable stern bench seat
  • Ski tow ring
  • Skid-resistant fiberglass floor
  • Snap-in carpet
  • Stainless steel deck rails
  • Stainless steel grab handles
  • Starboard windshield wiper
  • Telescopic 3-step boarding ladder
  • Tilt steering wheel
  • Transom shower
  • Vented cabin windows (2)
  • Water tank (18 gallons)
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