Please make a 65/70 with more space in the galley and saloon. 85 is beautiful, but something in between that and the 60 would be ideal for couple owner-operators to have a large family or friends on board.
I think Grand Banks has evolved, the market requires bigger and better boats. The Heritage examples were created by a team of skilled workers and still hold their own as it were, it’s worth noting that Grand Banks chose to use fibreglass without any issues and the built quality was not effected. Technology has come along and so that features in part of the process too. I think the company are very aware that they have a great reputation and need to treat it with care. Mark Richard’s has injected a new lease of life into the company and it seems to be working well. I think the company has shown itself to be more than just a name, the attention to design and functionality is important. I don’t think Grand Banks just put any stuff on a boat for the sake of it, there’s usually a reason or purpose. You can buy bigger if you wish but I think they are on the money as it were. I’m a bit curious about the Eastbay 60, it’s not had the push or attention it deserves. They are a gem to ride on or to see a Grand Banks is probably design at its best.
I just wonder, if the 'heritage' series was so revered by cruising yachtsman, why was it dropped from production? Did new owners just require more speed? Taking that into account, Grand Banks are still a beautiful motor cruiser,
