captrod28

new to performance boats, previously owned and operated albemarle, bertram and cary sportfishers. I am about to pull the trigger on a 1983 magnum sedan, twin 350's/volvo 280's. my question is what is the ride like? what can you compare it to that is currently being built. In the fishboat world the regulator 26 is the benchmark in that size range.what seas can you comfortably run in a mag 27? 2-3,3-5 etc. any input or likes or dislikes welcome to. thanks in advance.

h2oboater

Some time around 1983 the transoms were raised on sedans and are higher than earlier sedans. Most came with mercs that year, but two did come with Volvo's & small blocks for U.S. customs. Do you have the hull # , that will tell what hull it is for sure. Magnums have the best ride for a 27' boat, but I would not go out fishing in waters like on the deadliest catch.

27sedan

I have had my sedan since 1994. I have used it exclusively on Lake Erie so I can't comment on ocean performance. When it gets rough on Lake Erie the waves become steep and and relatively close together. my boat loves a good 2-3 foot chop.
It rides better, faster. In longer swells it flies relatively flat with a touch of tab. I have never stuffed this boat, unlike my previous 24 pantera or 18 donzi. Considering it's size, it is a great ride. 27 Magnums aren't legends because they're old, they're legends because of their hull design.

captrod28

thanks for the reply. Hey 27 sedan can you provide an email where I could possibly email a contact number. I have a few questions maybe you could answer before I purchase this sedan. Thanks in advance. Gerard

27sedan

I am reluctant to post my email address because we sedan owners are so popular. If you provide yours, I will contact you.

captrod28

here you go. email [email protected]