1997 Bayliner 28'

Engine

This boat has the big block 454 with Holley 4 barrel carburetors attached to a Merc Bravo II stern drive. This boat will do close to 30 mph. I have always found a comfortable cruise to be about 20 mph and 36- 3900 rpms. It does not have an engine hour meter so I don’t know total engine hours. But I do know that we have owned the boat for about half its total life, and we rarely go through more than a single tank of gas in a summer. It burns very little (if any) engine oil, has been professionally maintained and winterized including a fresh oil change every fall. Should be in good shape for years more of use.  

Deck General

Included in the sale is an anchor with about 100’ of rode. There is a bow roller and line storage box in the bow. Two fender holders and fenders are also on the bow. Off the stern there is a stern door leading out onto the swim platform with boarding ladder. There is a fish box under the aft deck, and storage in the stern for a boat hook and flag mast. There’s also a couple of aftermarket rod holders on the stern. 

Electrical and Electronics

A standard 30A/120v deck fitting and electrical cord are included.

The boat’s 12v system is powered by 2 batteries 1 House and 1 starting battery

A 12v onboard battery charger keeps the batteries topped off when in port.

There are two (2) independent depth gauges. One is built into the panel with its transducer permanently installed in the engine compartment. This gauge is handy for watching the digital depth when entering or leaving port. The other depth meter is part of the gps/sonar/chart plotter suite of the Lowrance HDS 9 included with the sale. The transducer is located on the stern of the boat. The VHF radio is built into the control dash. The antenna has been upgraded to an 8’ model, and the antenna mount has been upgraded to stainless steel.  

Galley

The best part of this galley is the storage. Plenty of drawers and cabinets for silverware, plates, and cooking utensils.

For cooking, there is a120v electric stove that also uses alcohol for cooking while anchored out. The microwave in this particular model has been moved to free up much more of the window area to help capture the natural light. The standard sink has running hot and cold water. Plenty of adjacent countertop for food prep. To store your food and drinks, there is 12v/120V electric refrigerator with a small freezer. Side windows have curtains and screens for ventilation. Underneath the galley floor is access to the fresh water tank, the water system pump, and the shower drain pump. The seacock for the head is also located here.  

Accommodations

This boat sleeps 6. The aft stateroom has a standup changing area with privacy door and hanging closet. The bed is full size and there is a large window to help keep the ventilation flowing through. There is also a handy built-in shelf for storing your eyeglasses and personal items. It is lit by 12 v lights in the ceiling.

The forward v-berth sleeps two (2) full size adults easily. It is not convertible (meaning it is a full-time bed) with plenty of storage underneath. Privacy from the galley is provided by a full width curtain. The cabin hatch is directly above for ventilation and, again, there is built in shelving for personal items.

The last two (2) berths are created by converting the galley table. This is the perfect spot for a couple of younger people. Again, there is storage under the galley seats. The entire cabin has 12 volt lighting throughout with several convenience switches. 

Trailer

The sale price includes a 2015 trailer manufactured by Jeff Jerde in Minnesota. It is actually made for a larger, longer boat and has a gvwr of 12,000 pounds. Overall in great shape. 

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.

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