crownline sc 264 review
Yacht · 26 ft (8 m) · Canada
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Key specs
- Builder
- crownline
- Model
- sc 264
- Length
- 26 ft (8 m)
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 1
Verdict
The Crownline SC 264 is a compact express cruiser with a sporty hull, a practical 1-cabin layout, and enough space for dayboating or occasional overnights. It is strongest as a well-finished, easy-to-handle family cruiser, though cabin volume and range are limited by its size and single-sterndrive setup.
Pros
- +Compact 26-ft express-cruiser layout
- +Fiberglass hull with modified-V performance profile
- +Balanced 300 hp sterndrive package is well matched to the hull
- +Fits up to 8 guests for day use
- +1-cabin arrangement adds basic overnight capability
Cons
- −Cabin space is limited compared with larger cruisers
- −Single-engine sterndrive limits redundancy
- −Fuel and water capacities are modest for extended trips
- −Top-end comfort is more dayboat than true weekender
- −Beam and size constrain interior volume
The SC 264 follows the familiar Crownline express-cruiser formula: sporty styling, a fiberglass modified-V hull, and a practical deck plan built around family day cruising. At roughly 26 feet overall, it is small enough to remain manageable while still offering a proper cabin and enclosed head area on many examples.
On the water, the hull form and 18-degree deadrise point to predictable handling and a relatively soft ride for its size. Publicly listed packages show a 300 hp MerCruiser sterndrive as a common setup, with some boats configured up to 350 hp, so performance is generally in the brisk, mid-20s-cruise class rather than a high-speed focus. The boat should feel responsive at low speeds and stable enough for typical coastal and lake use.
Comfort is decent for a compact cruiser, but interior volume is naturally limited. The single cabin makes it suitable for couples or a small family, and the 8-guest rating is best understood as day-use capacity rather than overnight comfort. Storage, headroom, and galley space are more functional than generous.
Value depends heavily on condition and equipment level. The SC 264 offers a good mix of brand appeal, usable performance, and weekend-cruising capability, but buyers should not expect the space, tankage, or offshore range of a larger express cruiser.
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