Bayliner 3270 Explorer

M/V Plan B is a highly equipped and extensively upgraded 1983 Bayliner 3270, thoughtfully set up for Caribbean cruising, liveaboard comfort, and offshore-capable autonomy. The vessel underwent a documented refit in 2023, a 2024 marine survey is available, and most recently she completed a 3,000 nautical mile voyage from Washington DC to Martinique, demonstrating real-world reliability and serious cruising capability.

This is not a standard older Bayliner. Plan B has been developed into a capable cruising platform with a strong electrical architecture, solar, lithium batteries, watermaker, Starlink connectivity, updated navigation systems, extensive safety gear, and a large inventory of tools, spares, and cruising equipment.

Currently located in Le Marin, Martinique, she is well suited for a buyer looking for an affordable, well-equipped liveaboard or Caribbean cruising boat with proven passagemaking ability.

• Documented 2023 refit

• 2024 survey available

• Recent 3,000 nm voyage from Washington DC to Martinique

• Twin Volvo Penta TAMD40B diesel engines

• 520 Ah LiFePO4 lithium system with Victron architecture

• 1.2 kW solar array

• Seawater Pro 12V watermaker (20 GPH / 75 Lh)

• Starlink internet with Pepwave Maritime 40G antenna

• AIS Class B, autopilot, TimeZero navigation

• Bauer Junior electric scuba compressor

• LALIZAS 6-person liferaft

• Extensive spares, tools, and liveaboard inventory

• Builder / Model: Bayliner 3270

• Year: 1983

• Length Overall: 32 ft / 9.75 m

• Beam: 12 ft / 3.66 m

• Draft: 3 ft / 0.91 m

• Air Draft: 18 ft / 5.49 m

• Fuel Capacity: 204 US gal / 772 L

• Fresh Water Capacity: 89 US gal / 337 L

• Holding Tank: 32 US gal / 121 L

• Cruising Speed: approx. 7 knots

• Estimated Range: approx. 1,400 nm

• Flag: United States

• Location: Le Marin, Martinique

Powered by twin Volvo Penta TAMD40B diesels:

• Port engine: 1,916 hours

• Starboard engine: 1,965 hours

Mechanical and propulsion-related equipment includes:

• Dual Racor 500 fuel pre-filters

• Trim tabs

• 2 spare propellers

• Spare fuel filters, injectors, belts, starter

• Assorted replacement hoses

• Oil extractor for easy servicing

The boat has recently proven herself on a long offshore delivery passage, which is one of the strongest indicators of mechanical reliability.

Plan B features a substantial 12V energy system built around lithium storage and Victron management:

• 520 Ah LiFePO4 house bank

• REC BMS

• Victron MultiPlus inverter/charger

• Victron Cerbo GX

• Victron 7” touchscreen

• 2 x Victron Lynx distributors

• 3 x Victron MPPT solar charge controllers

• 1.2 kW solar array

• 2 x Balmar 160A alternators

• Wakespeed regulators

• 2 AGM engine start batteries (2023)

• Victron DC-DC charger

• Isolation transformer

• SmartPlug shore power inlet and shore cable

• iPower 1500i inverter generator

The solar panels are mounted over the rear deck and also provide useful sun and rain protection.

Additional electrical features:

• LED lighting throughout

• All battery switches remotely operable from inside helm

• 110V AC system onboard

• Victron VRM remote monitoring capability

Plan B is equipped with a very capable navigation and electronics package:

• PC-based navigation system with TimeZero software

• Displays at flybridge and inside helm

• AIS Class B transceiver (receive and transmit)

• Yacht Devices NMEA 2000 system

• Octopus mechanical autopilot

• Garmin Striker 7sv fishfinder / depth

• Weather station

• SITEX radar installed

• VHF at helm with flybridge remote

• 2 additional VHF speakers

• Sailserver Blackbox for vessel tracking

Safety-related monitoring includes:

• High-water bilge alarm

• Exhaust temperature alarm

A standout feature of this boat is the communications setup:

• Starlink satellite internet

• Pepwave MAX router

• Pepwave Maritime 40G antenna

• 3 Wyze security cameras

• Victron VRM remote monitoring

• HP DeskJet 2755e printer

This is an unusually strong setup for remote work, security, and onboard connectivity in this size range.

Fresh water and onboard utility systems are also well developed:

• Seawater Pro 12V watermaker – 20 GPH / 75 L per hour

• Marco electronic freshwater pump

• Dual Big Blue water filtration

• Inline water filter for tank filling

• Under-sink drinking water filter

• Dedicated drinking water tap at galley sink

• Hot water heater

Sanitation includes:

• Electric marine toilet

• Purasan treatment system

• GEME composter

• 32 gal / 121 L holding tank

• Shower with overhead and handheld shower

• Urinal

The Bayliner 3270 layout provides excellent usable interior volume for her size, including two sleeping cabins and a comfortable liveaboard arrangement.

Interior highlights include:

• 2 sleeping cabins

• One cabin with its own sink and faucet

• New mattresses in both cabins (2023)

• FROLI system under mattresses for comfort and ventilation

• 2 air conditioning systems

• 12V fans in cabins, saloon, head, and galley

• Levoit air purifier

• Plenty of storage throughout the boat

Entertainment and comfort equipment:

• VIZIO 32" flat screen TV

• Amazon Fire Stick

• Amazon Echo Show in salon

• Amazon Echo Dot at flybridge

• Amazon Echo Dot in forward cabin

• Multiple speakers for onboard sound system

The galley is equipped for extended liveaboard and cruising use:

• Full-size kitchen sink

• 2-burner cooktop

• Oven

• Loch dishwasher

• 1500W microwave

• 2 x 12V freezers

• Full kitchen inventory including:

  • silverware

  • cups

  • plates

  • bowls

  • cooking utensils

  • pots and pans

  • French press

Additional household items include cleaning supplies, trash can, and dustpan.

Plan B carries a substantial safety inventory:

• LALIZAS 6-person liferaft with canopy (July 2023)

• EPIRB

• ACR ditch bag with EPIRB holder

• Comprehensive offshore first aid kit

• 3 x Bluestorm Stratus 35 inflatable life vests

• 2 fire extinguishers

• Automatic chemical fire suppression in:

  • engine room

  • battery compartment

• 3 bilge pumps

• High-water bilge alarm

• Exhaust temperature alarm

The boat offers a versatile helm and deck arrangement:

• Flybridge with full helm and Bimini

• Inside helm station

• Forward deck shade sail

• 2 sun mats

• Wooden deck table

• 4 wooden folding chairs with cushions

• Hammock

• Blackstone 36" BBQ grill

• BBQ tools and accessories

• Propane locker with adapters for French and US bottles

Ground tackle includes:

• Mantus M2 anchor – 55 lb / 25 kg

• 70 m chain

• Lewmar windlass

• Lewmar chain counter

This vessel is unusually well equipped for water activities and self-sufficient cruising:

• Bauer Junior electric scuba compressor

• 12L scuba tank

• Hookah diving setup for 3 persons

• Fins, masks, snorkels, wetsuits for 3 persons

• Assorted dive knives

• 3 x Sharkbanz 2 Active

• Stand-up paddle board

• Wakeboard

• Cruising guides and maps

• Technical books on boats, sailing, and cruising

• Box with courtesy flags for Caribbean islands

A major value point of this boat is the amount of gear included for maintenance and independent cruising:

• DeWalt drill

• DeWalt impact driver

• DeWalt saw

• DeWalt heat gun

• DeWalt grinder

• Charger and 3 x 20V batteries

• Additional marine mechanic tools

• Craftsman shop vac

• Electrical spares and cables

• Plumbing spare parts

• Stainless fasteners

• Spare hoses

• Spare injectors

• Spare fuel filters

• Spare belts

• Starter

• 2 extra propellers

• 3 sets of bed linen

• Extra blankets and pillows

• Wyze electronic person scale

• Guitar

• Miscellaneous household and liveaboard items

Included outboards:

• Suzuki 4 hp outboard – excellent condition

• Honda 2 hp 4-stroke outboard – clutch needs adjustment or rebuild

No dinghy included in sale.

The following items are identified as upcoming / optional work:

• New cutless bearing (port)

• New prop shaft coupler (port)

• Port engine alignment

• New antifouling

• Some paint touch up

M/V Plan B represents a rare opportunity to purchase a well-equipped, autonomy-focused, proven Caribbean cruiser with a long list of useful upgrades and equipment already onboard. Her recent offshore passage, strong energy system, watermaker, connectivity package, safety inventory, and included tools/spares make her especially attractive for a buyer seeking a capable liveaboard or cruising boat rather than a basic dockside project.