Our lovely First 285 is now for sale on Windermere. We are selling to upgrade to a bigger boat for longer adventures at sea. Silba was launched new on the lake in 1990 and it has been on Windermere ever since. It has been well looked after by her owners and it shows. Built to withstand conditions at sea, the much gentler conditions on Windermere mean that the structure has never been particularly stressed by large waves or by a salty environment. As a result this is a really dry boat, the deck is really watertight, the bilge is dry. Plus the seacocks and other fittings are all in great con... read more

"Moon Dancer" is a super example of these popular lifting keel family boats. She is well maintained and has recent sails 2017, a recent engine Volvo Penta 2010 and good electronics. Her 6 berth interior is comfortable and well presented, she has a separate heads and hot air heating too, her owner has based her in Christchurch with the possibility of a mooring transfer (stored ashore in winter). A full survey was carried out in 2022 and is available on request and her standing rigging was renewed in 2013. The lifting keel is very popular as it gives her a draft of only 0.66m, perfect ... read more

I've owned this boat for 23 years but ill health has made me stop sailing it's been a pleasant boat to sail... read more

This boat is being offered under the terms of our Sealed Bid Auction system, ending at 12:00 on Monday 31st March. The displayed price is a guide price and sealed bids can be submitted to Clarke & Carter. Bids can be submitted via the Clarke & Carter website on the auctions page. ALL QUALIFYING PURCHASES WILL RECEIVE A YEAR'S FREE INSURANCE! This is the wing keel version of the popular Beneteau First 285 , giving her shallow draft ideal for East Coast cruising. She has a Volvo 18hp diesel engine and benefits from a new mast and standing rigging in 2015. The First 285 offers p... read more

NEW BETA 20HP DIESEL 2022! UPDATED INSTRUMENTS TOO! Built in 1989.   GRP construction with fin keel and single rudder, self draining aft cockpit with Flexiteak (2021) & tiller steering, 9/10 fractional sloop rig, her interior has six berths (5 adult 1 child) in two cabins plus saloon.  Note hull stripped back and epoxy coated in 2021 as a preventative measure. BUILDER:                 Group Finot Design, Beneteau, France. Hull No 266, 021440 851128526.  SSR no 99925 DIMENSIONS: LOA 28' 10" (8.77m) Beam 9' 10" (2.99m) LWL 25’6” (7.77m) Draft 5' 3" (1.6m) Headroom 6' ... read more

Beneteau First 285 for sale lying at Darthaven Marina, River Dart, Dartmouth with Devon Boat Sales. Beneteau are renowned as one of the worlds leading boat builders, there sailing yacht range classed into two categories the Oceanis range, designed for cruising and the sportier First range. This example the First 285 would make a perfect first boat, fast enough to explore new territory with good accomodation for its size and with its lifting keel allowing you to access creeks that a similar fin keel couldn't but also fast enough to be competitive around the cans. Build White GRP hull, deck an... read more

Remarks : The Beneteau First 285 was desgined by groupe Finot to be a cruiser that could compete in races. They are fast, comfortable and manouvreable giving you versatility in your sailing. The Winged keel is of relatively shallow draft and therefore those low water locations are not off limits. With 6 berths, ample headroom and a spacious layout the beneteau 285 was designed with comfort in mind. They are a robust and reliable yachts that can be sailed single handed or with a small crew. 'First Impulse' has been very well cared for by it's present owner and has undergone a major refit re... read more

A lovely Beneteau First 285 for sale that the current owner has had for over 20 years. The current owner has done all his own service and maintenance over the past 20 years, which is a testament to its nice condition. Fitted with the Yanmar 2GM inboard diesel engine to make any trip possible when the wind fails to show, and a Selden furling Genoa for when the wind does show up. That, coupled with the lifting keel and twin rudders, this Beneteau First 285 makes for a lovely sailing vessel. Please visit our website for full set of pictures. Paperwork we are currently holding includes: &b... read more

Boat Overview Allegro is a beautiful example of the Beneteau First 285! Comfort and Versatility Equally as comfortable as a family cruiser or racing around the cans, she has all you need to get boating immediately. Features - Furling headsail - Mainsail with lazybag Contact Information Contact us immediately to arrange a viewing.... read more