1989 Grand Banks 46 Classic for Sale – 48 ft – Eliot, ME, United States

Maximon is an exceptionally well-kept example of the Grand Banks 46, a model long admired for its robust construction, comfortable cruising manners, and timeless profile. Built in 1989 and benefitting from attentive, detail-oriented ownership, this vessel stands out as a truly turnkey opportunity for extended cruising or full-time liveaboard use.

Configured with a desirable three-cabin, two-head layout, Maximon offers excellent privacy and functionality. Both the forward and aft heads feature separate showers, and the boat is equipped with an onboard washer/dryer, making life aboard comfortable and self-sufficient. The interior is in excellent condition throughout, with classic Grand Banks teak joinery, abundant storage, and a warm, inviting atmosphere that has clearly been cared for rather than merely used.

Powered by twin Cummins 6BT 5.9M diesel engines, Maximon delivers reliable, efficient performance well suited for coastal cruising or longer passages. Her proven hull form, paired with numerous mechanical and systems upgrades, provides confidence underway and ease of ownership.

Over the years, she has seen great upgrades to the following:

Mechanical & Systems

• New propellers (original props included)

• Cutlass bearings and dripless shaft seals (2021)

• Larger bow thruster

• Digital RPM and fuel flow monitoring

• Engine room camera

• Electric meter to monitor shore power usage

Climate, Plumbing & Comfort

• Three upgraded Dometic A/C systems with digital controls (one per cabin)

• Webasto hydronic heat with individual digital controls for each cabin

• All plumbing systems updated, including VacuFlush toilets, faucets, and 10- & 5-micron water filtration

• Ice maker (fast and fully operational)

• Two new digital refrigeration systems installed in original cabinetry to preserve the classic aesthetic

Electrical & Electronics

• 50-amp shore power connections at both bow and stern

• Shore power connectors for virtually every conceivable hookup

• Chartplotter with 2025 charts, autopilot, and radar

• Three VHF radios (two at the lower helm, one on the flybridge)

• Forward- and aft-facing cameras with multi-week data storage

• Air horn with programmable signal blasts

Lighting & Deck

• All interior, exterior, running, spreader, house, cabin, and deck lighting upgraded to LED

• New reading lights in all cabins

• Tinted windows with snap-on nylon mesh house window covers

• Windlass with 45 lb CQR anchor and all-chain rode

• Additional custom stainless Danforth-style anchor with ~20’ chain and 275’ nylon rode

Entertainment & Outfitting

• AM/FM radios throughout, Bose surround sound

• VHS, CD, DVD players, satellite TV, and a large library of CDs and DVDs

• Galley fully equipped with oven, grill, microwave, electric skillet, toaster, and cookware (all as new)

• New propane tanks, fire extinguishers, bedding, pillows, and mattress covers (2023)

• New aft cabin mattresses (one double, one single – 2023)

• Life vests and flotation cushions included

Tender & Davit

• Electric winch on boom for launching tender

• Caribe hard-bottom dinghy with Yamaha 9.9 HP outboard

• Tender and outboard in near-new condition with very light use

On deck, wide walkarounds, a spacious flybridge, and a comfortable aft deck make movement underway easy and entertaining at anchor a pleasure. Whether your plans include coastal exploration, extended cruising, or living aboard full time, Maximon represents a rare opportunity to acquire a meticulously maintained Grand Banks 46 with extensive upgrades already completed and nothing left to do but cast off.

Mechanical

• Twin Cummins 6BT5.9M diesels (~4,000 hrs), freshwater cooled, well maintained

• Adjustable motor mounts, double-clamped risers, clean engine beds

• Twin Disc 2.5:1 transmissions with upgraded dripless shaft seals

• Vetus bow thruster for easy docking

• New propellers (original props included)

• Cutlass bearings and dripless shaft seals (2021)

• Larger bow thruster

• Digital RPM and fuel flow monitoring

• Engine room camera

• Electric meter to monitor shore power usage

• Electrical

• Onan 8kW diesel generator (~5,300 hrs) producing 121VAC

• Four battery banks: Odyssey, Power Master, and Seahawk batteries testing good

• Dual 50-amp shore power inlets (forward & aft) with two heavy-duty cords

• Clean DC/AC panels, reverse polarity indicators, GFCI outlets in galley & head

Electronics and Navigation

• Dual Raymarine Hybrid Touch MFDs with radar, depth & speed

• Raymarine autopilot – operational

• Dual VHF radios (upper and lower helms)

• Ritchie compass at upper helm

• KVH TracVision satellite TV antenna

Accomodations

• Spacious salon with starboard L-settee, entertainment center & lower helm

• Full galley with Sea Frost fridge/freezer, Princess LPG stove/oven, microwave, & Raritan icemaker

• Forward V-berth with single bunk, starboard day head w/ washer/dryer

• Aft master stateroom with ensuite head & shower

• Teak parquet soles, upholstery in good condition throughout

Interior Systems

• Three upgraded Dometic reverse-cycle A/C units (410a)

• Webasto diesel cabin heater (2019)

• Splendide washer/dryer combo

• Dirt Devil central vacuum system

Deck and Hull

• Solid fiberglass hull with partial keel – sound, no signs of blistering

• Teak side decks

• Lofrans windlass with Delta plow anchor (chain rode) + Danforth backup

• Wide side decks with secure stainless rails

• Teak swim platform with stainless boarding ladder

Additional Equipment

• Fire Boy fixed fire suppression system in engine room

• Carbon monoxide/smoke detectors

• ITT Jabsco remote spotlight

• LPG galley system with new dual tanks

• Upgraded Indel Webasto hot water heater (~15 gal.)

Tender

Caribe RIB with Yamaha 9.9hp outboard