1985 Bayliner 2850 Contessa | 29ft

Outfitted for cruising and fishing with recent upgrades. Sleeps up to six. Two at forward V-Berth, two at convertible dinette, & 2 in convertible bunks in mid-cabin. Nice upholstery and canvas with bimini and partial awning over back deck. SS sink, cold pressured water, two burner alcohol cooktop and AC/DC refrigerator. Repowered with Mercruiser 383 MAG Stroker 360HP with 527 hours and Volvo-Penta 280 Duoprop outdrive. Recent upgrades in 2019 ($13,750) include NMEA Backbone, 3 Garmin GPSMAP 742s with transducer and BlueChart, Fantom 18” Radar and stainless radar arch, Garmin Autopilot Reactor 40 w/GHC20, GFS 10 Fuel Sensor and Bennett trim tab pump. Upgrades in 2020 ($4,500) include Garmin 9-Axis independent compass, and new Yamaha 9.9 High Thrust kicker with prop guard. All installations done by Performance Marine in Everett. May 2024 ($3,500) new starting battery, and sand- prime- and three coats bottom paint (was sandblasted to base in 2019 with no hull problems). June 2024 rebuilt outdrive and serviced Yamaha kicker. Includes extra set of B2 new props ($900) and Magma kettle grill. 

Full load of features for a family to enjoy. Spacious cabin for overnighting can accommodate up to 7 with room to spare. Huge V-Berth forward, convertible dinette to port, single sofa plus unique aft cabin berth creates a functional and comfortable layout for extended family cruising. 

Low hours on rebuilt Volvo Penta 5.7L with Volvo 290 duo prop drive. Running strong, well maintained single engine package gets regular maintenance and she’s currently turn-key ready.