I was on the Monterey web site and it looks like the cruisers listed are 2009 models now. No sign of the 270 (that's what I have), but the "280SCR" has the 29' OAL of the 270 but with a beam up by 8" to 9' 2". I like the looks of the galley with the stacked electronics. Not sure about the seating set-up on deck though with the folding back "sun island" at the stern. Also went to a fridge on deck instead of the cooler storage. I don't know...the cooler storage is really handy. I think I'd miss it while having to power up the fridge and wait for it to cool down.