Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Everglades Boats 290cc 2008 vs Everglades Boats 355T 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Everglades Boats 290cc 2008 against a deep vee Everglades Boats 355T 2013 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Everglades Boats 355T 2013 measures 35,3 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 7,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Everglades Boats 290cc 2008 at 28,0 feet (2008). At 48 lbs and 95 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 1 050 hp, the Everglades Boats 355T 2013 has a 450-hp advantage over the Everglades Boats 290cc 2008's 600-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Everglades Boats 355T 2013 carries 411 gallons versus 2 gallons in the Everglades Boats 290cc 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 14 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Everglades Boats 355T 2013 at 35,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Everglades Boats 290cc 2008 at 28,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeEverglades Boats
MakeEverglades Boats
Model Year2008
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. 9 in
Beam10 ft. 8 in
Beam - Meters2.97
Beam - Meters3.25
Beam - Inches117
Beam - Inches128
Deadrise37℃ Transom: 21℃
DeadriseAverage: 41° Transom: 25°
Draft [max] - Detail20 in
Draft [max] - Detail41 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.51
Draft [max] - Meters1.04
Draft [max] - Inches2
Draft [max] - Inches41
Weight - Detail4,800 lbs
Weight - Detail9,500 lbs. (no engine, approx.)
Weight - kg2177.24
Weight - kg4309.12
Weight - lbs.48
Weight - lbs.95
Height [transom]25 in
Height [transom]30 / 25 in
Length - Feet28
Length - Feet35.33
Length - Inches7
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 7 in
Length overall - DetailWithout Engine: 35 ft. 4 in. With Engine: 38 ft
Length overall - Meters8.71
Length overall - Meters11.58
Length overall - Inches343
Length overall - Inches456
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. 10 in. with hardtop 16 ft. 6 in. with upper station upright 11 ft. 3 in. with upper station collapsed
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters5.03
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches198
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail24 in
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.61
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches24
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialInflatable
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Max no of engines2
Max no of enginesnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail200 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail411 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters757.08
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1555.8
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Fuel tank capacity - Gal411
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max600 hp
Engine maxnot available
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower1,050 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity25 gal
Water capacity35 gal
Maximum capacity4,000 lbs
Maximum capacity6,630 lbs
Maximum people14
Maximum people14