Pursuit S328: The Center Console That Outsold Everyone for a Reason

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Some boats earn their reputation through marketing. The Pursuit S328 earned its through word of mouth. For more than eight years, the original S 328 was the bestselling 32-foot center console on the market — not just among premium brands, but against every competitor in the segment. When Pursuit finally decided to reimagine it, they did not play it safe. They touched every inch of the boat from transom to bow, designed a new hull, and delivered a vessel that makes the already-legendary original look like a rough draft.

Who It’s For

The S328 is built for the owner who spends real time on the water — not the occasional weekend warrior, but the person whose calendar has a standing Saturday morning entry that simply reads “boat.” You fish offshore with purpose, host friends at the sandbar, and occasionally duck into the cabin for a quick nap between bites. You have owned enough boats to know the difference between flashy marketing and genuine build quality, and you are done compromising on either. If the Boston Whaler 330 Outrage, the Grady-White Canyon 336, or the Yellowfin 34 are on your list, the S328 belongs right alongside them.

Design and Layout

At 34 feet 6 inches overall with a 10-foot 10-inch beam, the S328 delivers the kind of interior volume that makes competitors in this size range feel cramped. The deep cockpit features 35-inch sidewalls and 22 inches of clearance between console and coaming — enough room to walk forward without turning sideways, a deceptively important detail that Pursuit engineered deliberately.

The cockpit converts from a serious fishing platform to an entertainment hub with minimal effort. Patented fold-down transom and aft-facing seats create a dining area when paired with two removable fiberglass tables, while the molded entertainment center integrates a sink with cutting board, drawer storage, insulated cooler with Corian lid, and an optional grill. The new insulated transom cooler with removable dividers handles beverages, food, or extra bait — a simple addition that owners will use every single trip.

Below the console, Pursuit has created one of the most impressive cabins in the 32-foot class. Over six feet of headroom greets you at the entry, and the forward settee converts to a full-length V-berth with a one-handed motion — no wrestling with cushions or fumbling with latches. The vacuum-flush marine head with 10-gallon holding tank sits discreetly behind a decorative panel that doubles as an upholstered seat when not in use. A Corian-topped vanity with ceramic sink and opening portlights for fresh air complete a cabin that genuinely invites overnighting rather than merely tolerating it. With the optional Panda generator, air conditioning keeps the cabin comfortable even on the hottest South Florida nights.

Performance

Twin Yamaha F300 V6 outboards come standard, with the F350 V6 Offshore as an optional upgrade. With the F350s, the S328 cruises at a comfortable 34.3 mph at 4,000 RPM and tops out at 51.2 mph. The boat achieves an optimal cruise of 30.2 mph at 3,900 RPM, returning 1.4 miles per gallon and delivering a range of approximately 420 miles — enough to make the Bahamas run with fuel to spare.

What the numbers do not capture is the hull’s composure in rough water. The S328 leans into turns with confidence, runs at a proper attitude without trim tab correction, and casts spray aside through pronounced chine flats that keep the deck dry in conditions that would soak passengers on lesser hulls. The 20-degree transom deadrise provides a balanced compromise between rough-water capability and stability at rest — a hull that handles a five-foot sea on the way out and sits comfortably at the dock when you return.

The helm station reflects Pursuit’s obsession with ergonomics. Dual Garmin GPSMAP 8616 displays sit recessed in a custom dash panel, with the VHF relocated to the front of the helm for easier access. A fold-down footrest converts to a raised platform for standing visibility — the kind of dual-purpose engineering that defines this boat. The PureTech Suite with SirenMarine connected monitoring brings app-based remote security and system tracking, while the optional Seakeeper 2 gyro stabilizer virtually eliminates roll at anchor.

Ownership

The S328 typically lists around $493,880 with twin F350s and a full complement of options. That positions it competitively against its nearest rivals while delivering a fit-and-finish level that consistently surprises buyers stepping aboard for the first time. Pursuit’s hand-laminated hull with vinyl ester resin and engineered fabrics, combined with their patented five-ply resin-infused composite transom system, creates a structure that is built to last. The 5-year hull/deck structural warranty, 5-year blister-free warranty, and 2-year limited warranty back that confidence with contractual commitment.

Pursuit’s resale values in the center console segment remain strong, driven by a loyal ownership community and a reputation for low-maintenance durability. The S328’s position as a market-leading 32-footer only strengthens that equation — boats with proven demand histories tend to hold value better than niche or first-generation models.

The Saturday Ritual

David, a wealth management advisor from Naples, bought his S328 after test-driving six center consoles in a single weekend. His wife had one requirement: whatever boat they bought had to be comfortable enough for her to spend a full day aboard without dreading it. His requirement was simpler — it had to fish. The S328 checked both boxes before they even left the dock. These days, Saturday mornings follow a predictable rhythm. They idle out of the marina by seven, run 30 miles offshore to a favorite ledge, and spend the morning pulling up grouper and snapper. By early afternoon, the fold-down seats come out, the tables go up, and the cooler yields sandwiches and cold drinks while the kids swim off the dive door. On the ride home, his wife stretches out on the bow seating with the electric backrests deployed while David cruises at 30 knots, the JL Audio system providing the only competition to the twin Yamahas. “It is the only boat we have owned,” David says, “where nobody asks to go home early.”

The Bottom Line

The Pursuit S328 did not become the bestselling 32-foot center console by accident, and the reimagined version makes the case even stronger. It fishes with purpose, entertains with ease, and rewards its owner with the kind of build quality that reveals itself over years, not minutes. For the buyer who values substance over flash, this is the boat.

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