Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson Cabrio 285 2013 vs Larson Cabrio 350 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Larson Cabrio 285 2013 against a modified vee Larson Cabrio 350 2008 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 Larson Cabrio 350 2008 measures 36,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 7,9 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Cabrio 285 2013 at 28,1 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Cabrio 285 2013 tips the scales at 665 lbs — 651 lbs more than the Larson Cabrio 350 2008 at 14 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The Larson Cabrio 350 2008 tops out at 330 hp. Engine specs for the Larson Cabrio 285 2013 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson Cabrio 285 2013 carries 76 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Larson Cabrio 350 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Larson Cabrio 285 2013 is rated for up to 8 people. Passenger data for the Larson Cabrio 350 2008 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Larson Cabrio 350 2008 at 36,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson Cabrio 285 2013 at 28,1 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
ModelCabrio 285
ModelCabrio 35
Model Year2013
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m)
Beam12 ft. 0 in. (3.66 m)
Beam - Meters2.69
Beam - Meters3.66
Beam - Inches106
Beam - Inches144
Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 2 in. (2.8 m) with arch 7 ft. 10 in. (2.39 m) without arch
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 10 ft. 6 in. (3.20 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.79
Bridge clearance - Meters3.2
Bridge clearance - Inches11
Bridge clearance - Inches126
Deadrise20°
Deadrise18℃
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail37 in. (94 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches37
Weight - Detail6,650 lbs. (3,016 kg) with base engine (350 Mag)
Weight - Detail14,000 lbs. (6,350 kg)
Weight - kg3016.39
Weight - kg6350.29
Weight - lbs.665
Weight - lbs.14
Length - Feet28.08
Length - Feet36
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 1 in. (8.57 m) with pulpit
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters8.56
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches337
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters11.1
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches4
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 36 ft. 4 in. (11.1 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialComposite
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail76 gal. (287.7 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail230 gal. (871 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters287.69
Fuel tank capacity - Liters870.64
Fuel tank capacity - Gal76
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeInboard/Outboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max330 hp
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m) in cabin
Headroom6 ft. 8 in. (2.03 m)
Water capacity19 gal. (72 l)
Water capacity46 gal. (174 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail12 gal. (45 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail37 gal. (140 l) Grey Water: 37 gal. (140 l) (optional)
Holding tank capacity - Liters45.42
Holding tank capacity - Liters140.06
Holding tank capacity - Gal12
Holding tank capacity - Gal37