This 2002 Bayliner 5288 Pilothouse Motor Yacht combines proven performance, exceptional cruising comfort, and a highly desirable machinery package. She is powered by twin Cummins QSM11-M diesels producing 635 hp each—widely preferred over the MAN-powered configuration—and equipped with bow and stern thrusters for confident close-quarters handling. A Westerbeke 12.5 kW generator in a sound shield shows just 633 hours, while a Victron 3,000-watt inverter, watermaker, reverse-cycle heating and air conditioning, and multiple battery banks support comfortable extended cruising. The engines and generator have been fully serviced and are ready to go.
Her spacious three-stateroom, two-head interior comfortably accommodates approximately six guests. The full-beam midship master features a walk-around island berth, vanity with sink, abundant storage, and a private head with an enclosed bathtub and shower. A forward guest stateroom offers a queen berth, hanging lockers, storage drawers, and private access to the guest head with a separate shower, while the port guest cabin provides convenient over-and-under bunks. Large windows brighten the open-plan salon, galley, and pilothouse, complemented by L-shaped seating, a breakfast bar, extensive wood cabinetry, a built-in central vacuum, and generous storage. The fully equipped galley includes a home-style refrigerator/freezer that operates from the inverter, convection microwave, three-burner cooktop, oven, double sinks, dishwasher, and trash compactor, with a separate washer and dryer completing the household amenities.
Designed for comfortable all-weather operation, the raised pilothouse provides nearly 360-degree visibility, port and starboard access doors, captain and companion seating, and a complete electronics suite with radar, GPS/chartplotter, depth sounder, autopilot, compass, and VHF radio. A second helm station is located on the spacious command bridge, which also features guest seating, a Bimini top, tender storage, and a lifting crane for the aluminum AB RIB with its 30 hp Honda four-stroke outboard. Additional exterior features include an aft cockpit, integral swim platform, boarding ladder, transom shower, protected side decks, courtesy lighting, electric anchor windlass, and ample deck storage—making this well-equipped 5288 an outstanding platform for coastal cruising, extended adventures, or comfortable liveaboard use.
Highlights:
Cummins QSM11-M 635hp (preferred over MANs)
Westerbeke 12.5 kw generator in sound shield (633 hours)
Bow and stern thrusters
Aluminum AB Rib with 30hp Honda 4-stroke OB
Full electronics including Radar, GPS, Depth Charting, Autopilot, and VHF
Victron 3000-watt inverter
Watermaker
3-stateroom layout
Full galley with convection microwave, 3-burner stove, oven, dishwasher, trash compactor, and home-grade refrigerator that runs off the inverter
Washer and dryer
Engines and generator fully serviced and ready to go
