330 SE; Doral Elegante

The Doral Elegante (called the Doral 330 SE in 2001–03) is a heavily styled midcabin cruiser whose bold appearance and innovative interior offer something different in express-boat design. Built on a conventional modified-V hull, a forward-raked arch and fiberglass-capped windshield are her most distinctive features. Below deck, there are two tables in the salon; the larger one (forward) lowers electrically to convert the U-shaped settee into a huge double berth. A privacy door separates the spacious midcabin—with standing headroom at the entrance—from the salon, and the galley is notable for its generous storage. Topside, the Doral’s single-level cockpit is a real crowd-pleaser with wraparound seating for a small crowd. Visibility from the double helm seat is very good and a cockpit wet bar is standard. Two criticisms, however: The walk-through windshield steps next to the helm are too narrow, and the transom door is made of plastic rather than fiberglass. Additional features include excellent engine access, a foredeck sun pad, and a transom shower. The Elegante will cruise in the low 20s with twin 320hp MerCruiser I/Os (32–33 knots top).