Beneteau First 285
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Professional Yacht Sales International
United States
| Make | Beneteau |
|---|---|
| Model | First 285 |
| Year | 1988 |
| Condition | Used |
| Price | US$19,999 |
| Type | Sail |
| Class | Cruiser |
| Length | 8.53 m |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Hull Material | Fibreglass |
| Location | St. Petersburg, Florida, United States |
| LOA | 8.59 m |
|---|---|
| Length at Water Line | 7.39 m |
| Beam | 2.95 m |
| Max Draft | 1.14 m |
| Keel Type | Other |
| Displacement | 6160 lb |
| Ballast | 1760 lb |
| Max Bridge Clearance | 12.19 m |
| Engine Type | Inboard |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Yanmar |
| Engine Model | 2GM20F |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Engine Year | 2023 |
| Power | 20 hp |
| Drive Type | Direct Drive |
| Designer | Group Finot |
|---|---|
| Hull Shape | Monohull |
Description
1988 Beneteau First 285
Hull # 85
Yanmar 2GM20F (Re-built in 2023)
Very responsive and fun to sail. Perfect for Key's and Bahamas.
Sails:? Sobstad battened main with reef points? UK roller furling genoa? UK Flasher (asymmetrical cruising spinnaker)? Harken roller furling? Whisker pole
Electronics & Mechanicals:? Garmin 478? Raymarine Wheel Autopilot? Navisound Depth sounder? Compass? VHF radio and cockpit handset; extra handheld unit? Cockpit table
Mechanicals & Additional Features:? Yanmar 2GM20F (Rebuilt in 2023)? Two main self tailing winches? Cabin top standard winch? Adjustable outhaul, vang, & backstay? Bimini; Wheel cover; Captain's seat cushion? Swim ladder? Automatic float switch bilge pump & manual bilge pump? Dual water heater - electric dock power & engine heated? Transom Shower? Down-the-hatch wind scoop? Windex wind vane with bird spike? AGM house and starting batteries? Shore power & solar power battery chargers with controller? LED lights throughout? Leather bound wheel w/ emergency tiller? Pedestal compass and table? 12V & USB power at steering pedestal
Interior Accommodations:? 6'-2" headroom? Sleeps 4? Double V-berth forward? Aft cabin with a double berth
Vessel Walkthrough:
Main salon has varnished teak bulkheads, port/starboard settee, centerline table with drop leaves, wood hull panels & ceiling
The galley to port includes island sink, electric pump hot & cold fresh water, two burner propane stove with gas detector/alarm, ice box
Chart table with VHF radio is opposite galley to starboardAft to starboard is the enclosed head with marine toilet, sink, vanity, mirror3 cabin storage lockers; numerous under berth & settee storage areaslarge cockpit storage locker. Fans throughout entire salon.
Construction:? Hull is solid fiberglass (not cored)? Engine Model: Yanmar 2GM20F? 20 gal water, 10 gal holding, 10 gal fuel
Contact us today for additional details, to schedule your personal inspection or video walkthrough.
Manufacturers Description
The Beneteau First 285 is a French sailboat designed by Group Finot and built by Beneteau in France and the United States. It's a small recreational keelboat, known for its solid build quality and comfortable accommodations, making it suitable for both weekend getaways and club racing. The First 285 is a racer/cruiser with a wing keel, which gives it a shallow draft, allowing it to access more shallow waters.
Key Features:
Design: Designed by Group Finot.
Build: Predominantly fiberglass construction with wood trim.
Rig: Fractional sloop rig with internal halyards.
Keel: Shoal draft wing keel with spade rudder, offering good shallow water access and performance.
Engine: Usually powered by a Volvo Penta diesel engine.
Accommodations: Features a comfortable interior with sleeping for six, a galley, and head.
Electronics: Often equipped with electronic navigation and communication equipment, including chartplotters, autopilots, VHF radios, and more.
Sails: Typically comes with a main, jib, and spinnaker.
Additional Features: May include features like a dodger, bimini, and a cockpit table for added comfort and protection.
Versatility:
The First 285 is a versatile sailboat, suitable for various sailing activities, including:
Cruising:
Its comfortable interior and good sailing characteristics make it suitable for overnight cruising and coastal exploration.
Racing:
The boat's design and performance qualities make it suitable for club racing and other competitive sailing events.
Weekend Getaways:
Its relatively small size and manageable sail plan make it easy to handle for weekend trips.
Water Sports:
The "sugar-scoop" transom and swim ladder provide easy access for water sports activities.
Manufacturers Description
The Beneteau First 285 is a French sailboat designed by Group Finot and built by Beneteau in France and the United States. It's a small recreational keelboat, known for its solid build quality and comfortable accommodations, making it suitable for both weekend getaways and club racing. The First 285 is a racer/cruiser with a wing keel, which gives it a shallow draft, allowing it to access more shallow waters.
Key Features:
Design: Designed by Group Finot.
Build: Predominantly fiberglass construction with wood trim.
Rig: Fractional sloop rig with internal halyards.
Keel: Shoal draft wing keel with spade rudder, offering good shallow water access and performance.
Engine: Usually powered by a Volvo Penta diesel engine.
Accommodations: Features a comfortable interior with sleeping for six, a galley, and head.
Electronics: Often equipped with electronic navigation and communication equipment, including chartplotters, autopilots, VHF radios, and more.
Sails: Typically comes with a main, jib, and spinnaker.
Additional Features: May include features like a dodger, bimini, and a cockpit table for added comfort and protection.
Versatility:
The First 285 is a versatile sailboat, suitable for various sailing activities, including:
Cruising:
Its comfortable interior and good sailing characteristics make it suitable for overnight cruising and coastal exploration.
Racing:
The boat's design and performance qualities make it suitable for club racing and other competitive sailing events.
Weekend Getaways:
Its relatively small size and manageable sail plan make it easy to handle for weekend trips.
Water Sports:
The "sugar-scoop" transom and swim ladder provide easy access for water sports activities.
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice. Personal items are excluded from the sale, furthermore if not listed as part of the listing detail item(s) will not be deemed part of the sale.
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice. Personal items are excluded from the sale, furthermore if not listed as part of the listing detail item(s) will not be deemed part of the sale.
Presented For Sale By:
Professional Yacht Sales International
United States
Presented For Sale By:
Professional Yacht Sales International
United States
