The PSP Southampton Boat Show, 12th - 21st September 2008, Stand F18

Essex Boatyards, the UK's leading boat sales centre and authorised dealer of Glastron sports boats, is hosting the European debut of the spectacular Glastron GS289, the latest class leading addition to the popular GS sports cruiser range. Set to take the UK market by storm, the new Glastron GS289 builds upon the extremely successful GS279 and features the same superb craftsmanship, modern design, luxuriously appointed interior and excellent on-water performance that distinguishes the entire Glastron GS series.

At 8.79m (28'10"), the GS289 is Glastron's largest and most opulent twin-cabin cruiser to date, with 4 berths it can accommodate up to 4 passengers. Designed to take customers to a new level of comfort and sophistication, the GS289 offers a unique combination of elegance, power, fantastic handling and a host of standard equipment at a competitive yet affordable price.

Featuring a beautifully appointed and spacious interior with a large forward cabin complete with leatherette/ fabric upholstery and wood accents as well as a handing clothes locker, the Glastron GS289 is stylish inside and out. The well thought-out galley boasts the latest fixtures and fittings including a microwave oven, 12/110v refrigerator, coffee maker, electric stove and sink and water system. Owners also benefit from an aft cabin and an ample heads compartment with stainless steel transom shower and electric china head.

On deck the GS289 has a sizable cockpit area with a wet bar and sink, refrigerator, water system, removable stern seat and portside lounge seat. The dash equipment includes 12v adaptor AM/ FM/ CD/ Sirius satellite stereo with stainless speaker covers and MP3 remote jack, depth sounder gauges, switches for bilge pump, forward and aft blower and navigation and anchor lights. There is also ample space to move around the deck with a walk through curved full glass windshield. Additional features include a moulded swim platform with stainless steel telescopic three step boarding ladder, colour coordinated sunbrella bimini and ski tow.

Prices for a luxurious Glastron GS289 cruiser start from £59,950.00 including VAT.

Specifications of the Glastron GS289

LOA 28'10" / 8.79m

Beam 109" /2.77m

Fuel 318 L

Appropriate weight 2948 KG

Draft - drive down 41" / 1.04m

Cockpit depth 30" / 76m