2000 Baja 272 – 7.4L MerCruiser | Classic Performance Cuddy

This 2000 Baja 272 is a classic performance boat that combines Baja’s unmistakable styling, deep-V performance hull, big-block MerCruiser power, and a surprisingly usable cuddy cabin into one great package. Powered by a MerCruiser 7.4L V8, this 272 delivers the sound and feel you expect from a true Baja while still offering enough cockpit and cabin space to enjoy a full day on the water.

The boat is in good overall condition for its age and represents a great opportunity for someone looking for an affordable entry into the performance-boat world. Whether you're cruising the lake, heading to the sandbar, or simply looking for something with considerably more personality than the average runabout, the Baja 272 checks a lot of boxes.

POWER & PERFORMANCE

At the heart of this Baja is a 7.4L MerCruiser big-block V8.

For the 2000 model year, Baja offered the 272 with a MerCruiser 7.4L MPI rated at 310 horsepower, paired with a Bravo I sterndrive and stainless-steel propeller.

The big-block MerCruiser provides the low-end torque, unmistakable V8 sound, and strong cruising performance that fits the character of the 272 perfectly.

The 272 was designed around performance, utilizing a fiberglass deep-V hull with approximately 24 degrees of transom deadrise. The aggressive hull design helps the boat cut through chop while providing the planted, sporty ride Baja became known for.

Powertrain:

• MerCruiser 7.4L V8
• Factory 7.4L MPI configuration rated at approximately 310 HP*
• MerCruiser sterndrive
• Factory 7.4L MPI package paired with Bravo I drive*
• Stainless-steel propeller configuration
• Power steering
• Engine compartment blower
• Automatic bilge pump

CLASSIC BAJA PERFORMANCE HULL

The Baja 272 isn't simply a conventional bowrider with a large engine. It was designed from the beginning as a performance boat.

The 24-degree deep-V hull gives the 272 its aggressive running attitude and helps provide a solid ride when conditions get choppy.

The long foredeck, low-profile windshield, performance graphics, wide stance, and sleek lines give the boat a look that is unmistakably Baja.

Even more than 25 years after it was built, the 272 still has the profile and presence of a true offshore-inspired performance boat.

COCKPIT & SEATING

The cockpit is designed around both the driver and passengers.

Up front are Baja's performance-style drop-down bolster seats, giving the driver and passenger the ability to sit comfortably while cruising or use the bolsters when running the boat more aggressively.

A full-width rear bench provides additional passenger seating while the large padded engine hatch/sun pad creates a great place to relax while anchored or hanging out at the sandbar.

Factory cockpit features on the 272 included:

• Aero drop-down bolster seating
• Rear bench seat
• Storage underneath rear seating
• Multiple cockpit side-storage compartments
• Performance-style helm
• Custom steering wheel
• Power steering
• Full framed windshield
• Walk-through windshield design
• Stainless-steel hardware
• Performance instrumentation
• Engine compartment access beneath rear sun pad

The cockpit gives you the performance feel you want from a Baja without sacrificing the ability to bring family and friends along for the day.

CUDDY CABIN

One of the advantages of stepping into the 272 is that you aren't giving up all of your interior space in exchange for performance.

Below deck is a surprisingly useful cuddy cabin that provides a place to get out of the sun, relax, store gear, or even spend the night aboard.

The factory cabin layout included:

• Forward V-berth
• Sleeping accommodations for approximately two
• Facing cabin couches
• Cabin carpeting
• Storage beneath the cushions
• Side storage shelves
• Additional forward storage
• 12-volt cabin lighting

This makes the 272 considerably more versatile than a traditional open-cockpit performance boat.

You can spend the day running the boat hard and enjoying the water while still having an enclosed cabin available when you want to relax.

STORAGE

Despite its sleek profile, Baja incorporated a useful amount of storage throughout the boat.

The cockpit features side storage compartments and storage beneath the rear seating, while the cabin offers additional compartments beneath the cushions and along the sides.

This gives you room for:

• Life jackets
• Dock lines
• Fenders
• Tow ropes
• Covers
• Coolers
• Personal belongings
• Watersports equipment
• Overnight gear

HELM

The driver's position is exactly where a performance-boat enthusiast wants to be.

Baja designed the helm around the operator with a performance-oriented gauge arrangement, sporty steering wheel, throttle controls, and drop-down bolster seating.

The long bow and low-profile windshield provide the classic Baja driving experience while the deep-V hull and big-block MerCruiser provide the performance to back up the appearance.

FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS

Manufacturer: Baja
Model: 272
Year: 2000
Boat Type: Performance / Sport Cuddy
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Design: Deep-V
Length Overall: Approximately 27'2"
Beam: Approximately 8'4"–8'6"
Dry Weight: Approximately 4,400–4,600 lbs.
Deadrise at Transom: Approximately 24°
Fuel Capacity: Approximately 90 gallons
Sleeping Capacity: Approximately 2
Engine Configuration: Single sterndrive
Fuel Type: Gasoline

ENGINE

Manufacturer: MerCruiser
Displacement: 7.4L / 454 CID V8
Configuration: Big-Block V8
Fuel: Gasoline
Factory 7.4L MPI Rating: Approximately 310 HP
Factory 7.4L MPI Drive: Bravo I with stainless-steel propeller

The 7.4L MerCruiser is a great match for the character of the 272, providing plenty of big-block torque along with the classic sound performance-boat enthusiasts love.

NOTABLE FACTORY FEATURES

The Baja 272 was available with an impressive equipment list for a performance boat of this era, including:

• Deep-V performance hull
• 24-degree transom deadrise
• MerCruiser big-block power
• Stainless-steel propeller
• Power steering
• Drop-down bolster seats
• Rear bench seating
• Large rear sun pad
• Performance helm
• Full framed windshield
• Walk-through windshield
• Forward V-berth
• Facing cabin couches
• Sleeping accommodations for two
• Cabin carpeting
• Cabin storage
• Portable head
• Automatic bilge pump
• Engine compartment lighting
• Multiple cockpit storage compartments
• Stainless-steel transom grab bar
• Performance stereo system
• Integrated swim access

THE BAJA EXPERIENCE

There's a reason Baja boats from this era continue to have such a strong following.

The 272 delivers a combination that's becoming increasingly difficult to find in newer boats: big-block V8 power, aggressive styling, a true deep-V performance hull, a straightforward mechanical package, and a cockpit built around actually driving the boat.

This isn't simply transportation from one side of the lake to the other. The 272 is a boat you buy because you enjoy the experience of running it.

The MerCruiser 7.4L provides the big-block character that belongs in a boat like this, while the 24-degree deep-V hull gives the 272 the performance-oriented foundation Baja was known for.

At the same time, you still get a usable rear bench, large sun pad, plenty of storage, and an enclosed cuddy cabin with sleeping accommodations.

A LOT OF PERFORMANCE BOAT FOR THE MONEY

This 2000 Baja 272 is in good overall condition for its age and offers a great combination of performance, style, and usability.

For someone looking to get into a true performance boat without jumping into the price range of newer high-performance models, the 272 is an excellent platform.

With its MerCruiser 7.4L big-block V8, deep-V hull, performance cockpit, drop-down bolsters, cuddy cabin, and unmistakable Baja styling, this boat has all the ingredients that made Baja one of the most recognizable names in performance boating.

If you're looking for a classic big-block performance boat that's just as comfortable cruising the lake as it is turning heads at the dock, this 2000 Baja 272 is definitely worth a look.

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