The Grand Banks 62 offers up timeless style with modern muscle.
The new Grand Banks 62 is a testimony to how this iconic brand is not only surviving but thriving in the modern era. Traditional styling combines with advanced design and innovation to deliver a boat whose performance belies its salty look. When I approached the GB 62 at her 2025 Palm Beach International Boat Show debut, her dark hull with decorative strakes, distinctive profile with a pronounced cabin, and a subtle shearline drop amidships drew me in. Teak decking, gloss-varnished cockpit tables, and caprails all have the vestiges of the Grand Banks of yore, but beneath this decidedly salty exterior, the GB 62 is all modern business.
High-tech construction includes vacuum infusion for precise resin to glass ratios and carbon fiber which enhances strength in bulkheads, decks, and superstructures without adding undue weight. The unique hull form (Grand Banks calls V-WARP) and lightweight construction allow the 62 to cruise at 27 knots*. The fine entry cuts through the water forward and then streams along the hull unencumbered. There are no hard chines, strakes, or tunnels to disturb waterflow as the hull transitions smoothly and flattens aft to around 8 degrees of deadrise.
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This semi-displacement hull form was developed by Mark Richards, Grand Banks’ CEO, who combined his knowledge as a world-renowned offshore racer with years of experience building fast powerboats. While I was unable to run the GB 62, I have tested these hulls before, including running the first in Grand Banks’ 60 series, the GB 60 (there is also a GB 65 in the works). I also delivered a Palm Beach 55 (Grand Banks’ sister brand) offshore in some very challenging weather. In my experience, this proven hull form moves cleanly through the water even in adverse conditions, maintaining seakeeping and efficiency. Full-displacement hulls require effort to move water out of the way. True planing hulls expend propulsion energy trying to lift the boat out of the water. Neither of these are issues for GB’s warped hull. This design also allows a boat with a lot of accommodation space to still be fast and efficient.
Different Styles
In addition to performance, the Grand Banks 62 stands up to her heritage by delivering accommodations that are both comfortable and elegant. The one I toured combined matte-varnished teak with quartz (Silestone) solid surfaces and ultra-leather. The joinery is impeccable, and the cabins maintain a distinctly nautical yet contemporary feel. The Grand Banks 62 offers several layout options, including an enclosed skylounge or an open flybridge with a hardtop.
There are also different choices for galley locations. On the vessel I toured, the aft U-shaped galley conveniently connects back to the cockpit, up the stairs to the flybridge, and forward into the salon. A neat feature is an electrically lowering shelf that provides easier access to the overhead cabinets for those who can’t reach.
Luxurious Accommodations
Belowdecks, accommodations include a master cabin with an island king berth, ensuite head, and large hanging locker. The VIP forward has a queen island berth and ensuite head access. Unique to the GB 62 and one of the things that differentiates her from the GB 60 is the amidships cabin. Upon entry, there are twin bunks and a step down leads into a cabin that now features a double berth and its own ensuite head. The headroom varies a bit; I measured less than six feet at the base of the bed but it feels cozy, not cramped. The head is a step up, but ceiling height rises, too. Some might find it quirky, but I liked this expanded cabin. You could pile a bunch of kids in here; there is plenty of room for cruising buddies or crew when needed, and, while not as luxurious as the other cabins, it provides a third double berth and another ensuite head.
The Grand Banks 62 blends the best of both worlds with timeless nautical styling, high-quality materials, and modern technology and amenities. If you are looking for a boat that appears a bit traditional but performs impeccably, you should take a closer look.
-by Arnie Hammerman
SPECIFICATIONS
LOA: 68′ 10″
Beam: 19′ 2″
Draft: 4′ 7″
Displacement: 72,091 lbs.
Fuel/Water: 1,532/317 U.S. gals.
Engines (standard): 2x Volvo D13 Shafts @ 900-hp
Top/Cruising Speed: 30/27 knots
Range: 817 nm @ 20 knots
Engines (options):
2x Volvo IPS 1200S @ 900-hp
2x Volvo D13 Shafts @ 1,000-hp
Price: Upon Request
Contact: Grand Banks
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