For over 68 years, our family-run boat dealership has prioritized a personalized approach by maintaining a compact size, ensuring our focus remains on your unique needs. This boutique-style business model enables us to craft a tailored boating experience that aligns perfectly with your desires, hobbies, and personal flair.
We are an exclusive dealer of Grady-White boats, a trusted name in the industry to offer boat and yacht brokerage, an array of new boats available for sale, a selection of pre-owned used boats for sale, and a top-tier boat rental service that comes without the hefty fees typically associated with club memberships.
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The 2025 Grady-White Freedom 285 is the ultimate dual console boat for offshore adventures and family fun. Whether you’re fishing, cruising, or enjoying water sports, this 28-foot boat offers unparalleled versatility, comfort, and innovation. With a wide beam, an open cockpit, and plush seating, the Freedom 285 can accommodate up to 10 people in style and safety. The port side cockpit door with boarding ladder makes it easy to access the water, while the hardtop provides shade and protection from the elements. The Freedom 285 is also fully equipped for fishing, with a 32-gallon livewell, a 254-quart fish box, rod holders, and a rigging station. And with twin recently-redesigned 4.3L Yamaha F350 engines, you’ll get the power and performance you need to explore any waters. The Freedom 285 is built on Grady-White’s exclusive SeaV² hull, which delivers a smooth, stable, and dry ride in all sea conditions. The Freedom 285 is the perfect boat for anyone who wants to enjoy the best of both worlds: offshore fishing and family cruising. Don’t miss this opportunity to own the most versatile, luxurious, and reliable dual console boat on the market. Contact your nearest Grady-White dealer today and discover the Freedom 285 for yourself. You’ll be glad you did.
Included upgrades on this boat:
- Twin Yamaha F350 (4.3L) on Classic White color matching, with Full Maneuverability (Helm Master EX)
- Hull and underside T-top in Celestial Blue gelcoat color. Classic White bottom.
- Underwater lights (x3)
- Electric SureShade (Oyster)
- Refrigerator in bar
- Easy bow shade (ivory)
Call today to reserve your appointment to sea trial this boat.
Grady-White’s dual console offshore boats are truly the most versatile, luxurious boats on the market, and the redesigned 28-foot Freedom 285 is no exception. With its wide beam, open cockpit, and plentiful features including plush seating and a port side cockpit door with boarding ladder, the 285 delivers on both comfort and innovation. Fully outfitted for fishing, water sports, or just cruising the waterfront, this sleek and sporty boat is a pleasure to drive and reliable in all sea conditions because it sits on Grady’s signature SeaV²® hull.
Before you go on your demo of the 2025 Grady-White Freedom 285, start with thorough research to identify the type of boat that best suits your needs, whether it's for fishing, leisure, or water sports, you’ll want to select the right Grady-White for you.
When scheduling your sea trial, aim for a less busy time, such as a weekday, to ensure a more focused experience. Don’t forget to bring essentials like a boating license (if required), comfortable attire, and a notepad or digital device for taking notes.
Begin with a detailed inspection of the 2025 Grady-White Freedom 285 before going on your demo to ensure optimal condition.
Pay close attention to the handling of the Grady-White Freedom 285 handling, stability, and response to controls. Comfort is key, so assess the seating, layout, and visibility from the helm. Take note of the noise and vibration levels, and test all equipment and features like storage, live wells, and rod holders.
Begin with a detailed inspection of the 2025 Grady-White Freedom 285 before going on your demo to ensure optimal condition.
Pay close attention to the handling of the Grady-White Freedom 285 handling, stability, and response to controls. Comfort is key, so assess the seating, layout, and visibility from the helm. Take note of the noise and vibration levels, and test all equipment and features like storage, live wells, and rod holders.
LOVE MY GRADY FINALLY RETIRED HOPE TO GET TO USE IT MUCH MORE
December 11, 2023 - gradywhite.comThe perfect boat. Joy Stick technology is out of this world amazing! Docking at our favorite restaurant is a breeze and getting to the fishing spot is so much fun with the autopilot. Everything about the boat is luxurious from the leather seats, to bathroom finishes and fixtures. My husband bought the boat to fish but I bought it to ride in style. It's a perfect meet in the middle boat that goes beyond both of our expectations. We are so happy that we chose Grady and would highly recommend.
December 4, 2023 - gradywhite.comOur Freedom 285 , now our third Grady, delivers the same premium experience as our Tournament 22 did in 1994, and our 2020 Canyon 271 did in mid 2019! The ride, the quality parts, the thoughtful layout and a top notch dealer experience all contribute to days on the water with lots of smiles. Socializing, Fishing and enjoying the great blessings of being on the water are made easy with a Grady. We just returned from our annual 500 mile plus roundtrip to Marathon Fl. What a ride! Go Grady!
September 8, 2023 - gradywhite.com
