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

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

First Impulse is the Wing Keel version of the popular BENETEAU FIRST 285 racing coastal cruiser. Her history is understood to be that she was originally used as a display model at boat shows prior to her first launch in 1991 and she has been owned by the lead admin of the BF285 Owners Group, https://www.facebook.com/groups/bf285, for the past 8 years. With c. £26k spent on her in the last 3 years alone she comes with recently replaced mast, boom, standing and running rigging, sails, canvass work, keel work, electrical work and replacement soft furnishings. Many 'mods'... read more

Description 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 performance family cruising with a large cockpit and two double cabins outside of the saloon. Viewing by appointment only through the Essex office - 01621 785600 or email: essex@clarkeandcarter.co.uk Accommodation Six berths in two cabins with approx. 6'1" max. headroom. Forward cabin with two single berths converting to a do... 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