2005 Bayliner 285 Sold Boat in Seattle, WA 98109 US
Built in 2005
285
1 Engine (MerCruiser)
28.8 feet
Gas
Fiberglass/Reinforced
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| Price | $24,500 | $24,900 | $23,000 | $22,900 | $27,980 |
| Location | Seattle | Seattle | Everett | Gig Harbor | Everett |
| Nominal Length | 29' | 30' | 29' | 29' | 38' |
| Draft | 3' | - | - | - | - |
| Engine Make | MerCruiser | Mercruiser | MerCruiser | Mercruiser | Hino |
| Total Engine Power | 300 hp | 220 hp | 300 hp | 220 hp | 210 hp |
| Days on Market | 342 | 131 | 125 | 121 | 54 |
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This 2005 Bayliner 285 Sunbridge is a spacious, well-equipped cruiser offering excellent value for anyone looking to enjoy comfortable weekends or extended time on the water. Known for maximizing interior volume and cockpit entertaining space, the 285 is an ideal Pacific Northwest cruiser thanks to her full isinglass enclosure, cabin heat, and thoughtful layout.
Powered by a 300hp MerCruiser 350 MAG MPI with Bravo III drive, she delivers strong, reliable performance and easy handling.
Key Features:
- Full canvas enclosure with isinglass windows - excellent condition
- Extended swim platform with hot & cold shower
- Brand-new Garmin touch screen chartplotter
- Bravo III dual-prop drive
- Sleeps up to 6 comfortably
- Safe center-line bow access
- Bottom paint completed in 2025
- Engine service completed making her turn key and ready to cruise
Cockpit & Exterior
- Large extended swim platform featuring:
- Hot & cold transom shower
- Waste pump-out
- Battery switches
- Cup holders and Scotty fishing mount
- Fully enclosed cockpit with removable isenglass panels
- Spacious entertaining layout with:
- Large cockpit table
- Opposing seating for 4-5 guests
- Convertible pop-up cockpit seat (ideal for fishing or entertaining)
- Flip-back companion seat to face the helm underway
- Additional deep storage for fenders, lines, and safety gear
- Secure cockpit design with controlled access forward
Helm
- Excellent visibility from adjustable helm seat with bolster
- New Garmin navigation display (2025 model)
- Uniden UM380 VHF radio
- Bennett trim tabs
- Windlass and spotlight controls
- Kenwood KMR-355U AM/FM/CD/USB stereo
Interior & Accommodations
The Bayliner 285 is known for its impressive interior volume, and this boat delivers:
- Forward V-berth in very clean condition
- Convertible dinette to starboard that drops into an additional berth
- Private aft cabin with ventilation and generous storage
- Comfortably sleeps up to six
- HeaterCraft cabin heater ideal for year-round cruising
Galley
- Origi 4300E 2-burner alcohol/120v stove cooktop
- Tappan microwave 120vAC
- Norcold DE0051 12v/120v refrigerator / freezer
- Large sink
Head & Plumbing
- Enclosed head with:
- Marine flushing toilet
- Sink
- Shower
- Hot & cold transom shower for rinsing off after swimming
- Atwood 6-gallon water heater (120vAC/engine heat)
Bow
- Safe centerline access
- Anchor windlass
- Spotlight
- Easy, secure area for anchoring and line handling
Mechanical & Systems
- MerCruiser 350 MAG MPI - 300hp
- Bravo III stern drive
- Gasoline powered
- Recently serviced
- Clean, accessible engine room
- Batteries and hot water heater easily reached
- Shore Power: 30 Amp inlet
- Batteries: (2) Group 24 with ProMariner 15-3 charger
Specifications
Dimensions
- LOA: 28 ft
- Nominal Length: 28.75 ft
- Beam: 9 feet 11 inches
- Max Draft: 3 ft 5 inches
- Min Draft: 3 ft 1 inches
- Bridge Clearance: 9.08 ft
Weights
- Dry Weight: 7,241 lbs
Tankage
- Fuel: 102 gallons
- Fresh Water: 33 gallons
- Holding Tank: 20 gallons
Propulsion
- Engine: MerCruiser 350 MAG MPI
- Horsepower: 300 hp
- Drive: Bravo III stern drive
- Fuel Type: Gasoline
Summary
This Bayliner 285 Sunbridge offers an outstanding blend of space, comfort, and value. With updated electronics, excellent canvas, strong mechanicals, and true overnight capability, she is turnkey and ready to cruise.
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The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/27/26 | Price decreased | $24,500(-2.0%) |
| 11/12/25 | Price decreased | $24,999(-16.7%) |
| 10/21/25 | Price decreased | $29,995(-14.3%) |
| 10/15/25 | Initial price | $34,999 |
Bayliner 285: BoatTEST Review
Overview
The Bayliner 285 is designed for boaters seeking a straightforward, comfortable cruising experience without the hassle of extensive packing or preparation. This model features a beam-forward design that maximizes usable interior space, offering the feel of a larger vessel while maintaining the manageable handling characteristics of a smaller cruiser. Its hull incorporates a 21-degree dead rise, contributing to a smooth and stable ride.
Exterior Design and Bridge
The exterior of the Bayliner 285 includes a well-equipped pulpit with an anchor roller, rope housings, anchor cleat, and high protective railings, with ample space to install a windlass if desired. The bow area is spacious and illuminated by three hatches that provide ventilation and natural light to the cabin below. The helm features a large wraparound windshield with a starboard-mounted wiper and a central walkthrough for easy companionway access. The instrument cluster is topped by a Danforth compass, with toggle switches and push-button breakers arranged conveniently around the wheel. The helm station offers a slide adjustment and bolster seating, although the bolster support may be insufficient for some. Opposite the helm is a large L-shaped bench seat with a flip-over backrest that can face forward or aft, complemented by cup holders, a table, and a flip-down bar footrest. Additional seating is provided by a forward-facing bench on the port side. The engine compartment is accessed via two poles, though only one is necessary, revealing a spacious area housing a 350 Magnum MPI engine. The stern features a swept-back arch with integrated speakers and overhead lighting, four cup holders on the swim platform, a line and fender locker, and a telescoping ladder stored under the starboard side of the platform.
Interior Living Spaces
Descending four steps into the cabin reveals a thoughtfully arranged living area. To port is a galley equipped with a sink and faucet, burner, microwave, stereo, sliding storage, cabinets, and space for a coffee maker. Adjacent to the galley is a single bench seat, while to starboard a dinette with seating for four converts easily into an additional sleeping berth. A power panel and hanging closet are conveniently located next to the galley, enhancing functionality and storage.
Private Accommodations
Forward, the V-berth provides comfortable sleeping quarters for two, complete with a privacy curtain, mirror, speakers, and ample light and ventilation through a large hatch and side portals. The head is situated on the starboard side and features a molded vanity with a pull-out shower and a pump-out toilet. At the stern, a separate berth offers a large bed with its own privacy door and abundant natural light, ensuring comfortable accommodations for additional guests.
Power and Performance
The Bayliner 285 measures 28 feet 9 inches in length, extending to 29 feet 6 inches when fully rigged, with a beam width of 9 feet 10 inches and a weight of 7,241 pounds. It requires a minimum clearance of 9 feet 1 inch and a depth of 37 inches below the keel for running gear. Powered by a 350 Magnum MPI engine, the boat demonstrated excellent handling during testing on Florida's inland waterways, maneuvering tightly and turning quickly without significant power loss. Its optimal cruising speed is 23.8 miles per hour at 3,500 RPM, consuming approximately 12 gallons per hour and providing a range of 182 miles on a full tank. At full throttle, it reaches a top speed of 37.9 miles per hour at 4,500 RPM, burning 20.7 gallons per hour with a range of 168 miles. Noise levels are low, measuring 60 dBA at idle and 89 dBA at full throttle, contributing to a quiet and comfortable ride.
Conclusion
The Bayliner 285 offers a balanced combination of spacious design, practical features, and reliable performance. Its beam-forward layout enhances interior volume, while the well-appointed helm and comfortable accommodations support extended cruising. With its smooth handling, efficient powerplant, and thoughtful amenities, the 285 is well-suited for boaters seeking a capable and enjoyable cruiser for multi-day adventures.
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5350 30th Avenue NW, Jacobson Terminals, Seattle, WA, 98107
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