2019 Boston Whaler 285 Conquest Boat in Sandusky, OH 44870 US
Built in 2019
285 Conquest
2 Engines (2x Mercury)
28 feet
Gas
Fiberglass/Reinforced
2019 Boston Whaler 285 Conquest - Twin Mercury 250 V8s, Bow Thruster, A/C & Loaded - one owner and fresh water! 340 hours!
Overview
This 2019 Boston Whaler 285 Conquest is a one-owner, freshwater boat loaded with premium factory equipment and powered by twin white Mercury 250HP V8 FourStroke outboards with Digital Throttle & Shift.
Built to transition seamlessly between serious fishing, family cruising, entertaining, and overnight trips, this 285 Conquest features a 16" Raymarine Axiom XL electronics package, EV-200 autopilot, bow thruster, reverse-cycle air conditioning and heat, full weather enclosure, entertainment package, windlass with 150' of chain, and much more.
One Owner | Freshwater | No Trailer
Key Features
- 2019 Boston Whaler 285 Conquest
- One Owner
- Freshwater Boat
- Sea Deck flooring
- Twin White Mercury 250HP V8 FourStrokes - 340 hours
- Digital Throttle & Shift (DTS)
- Hydraulic Power Steering
- Bow Thruster
- 16" Raymarine Axiom XL
- Raymarine RV-1000 Sounder
- Raymarine EV-200 Autopilot
- Raymarine Ray90 VHF
- Mercury VesselView
- 7,000 BTU Reverse-Cycle A/C & Heat
- Factory Hardtop
- Full Weather Curtain Set
- Entertainment Package
- Anchor Windlass
- 150' Anchor Chain Upgrade
- Stainless Steel Anchor
- Remote Spotlight
- Premium Package
- White Rub Rail with Stainless Steel Insert
- No Trailer
Twin Mercury 250 V8 FourStrokes
Power comes from twin Mercury 250HP V8 FourStroke outboards, providing a combined 500 horsepower.
The engines feature:
- Digital Throttle & Shift
- Hydraulic Power Steering
- White Engine Finish
- Mercury VesselView Integration
- Twin-Engine Redundancy
The naturally aspirated Mercury V8 platform is an excellent match for a boat like the 285 Conquest, providing the power needed for cruising, fishing, and longer Great Lakes trips.
Bow Thruster
Rather than joystick piloting, this 285 was factory equipped with a bow thruster.
Combined with independently controlled twin engines, the bow thruster provides excellent low-speed maneuverability around docks, marinas, and tight quarters-an especially valuable feature on a 28-foot cabin boat.
16" Raymarine Axiom XL Electronics
The helm features an extensive factory-installed Raymarine navigation package centered around a large 16" Raymarine Axiom XL multifunction display.
Electronics Package
- 16" Raymarine Axiom XL
- GPS/Chartplotter
- Fish Finder
- Raymarine RV-1000 Sounder
- Raymarine EV-200 Autopilot
- Raymarine Ray90 Modular VHF
- Mercury VesselView
- Mercury/Raymarine Network Integration
It's an excellent setup for both serious Lake Erie fishing and long-distance Great Lakes cruising.
Reverse-Cycle Air Conditioning & Heat
This Conquest was ordered with the factory 7,000 BTU reverse-cycle climate-control system, providing both air conditioning and heat.
That's a major feature for northern boating, allowing you to cool the cabin during hot summer days while also providing heat during chilly spring and fall mornings.
Overnight Accommodations
The 285 Conquest is much more than a day boat. Its cabin provides legitimate accommodations for weekends away, island hopping, and extended days on the water.
The Conquest layout combines sleeping accommodations, a galley, enclosed head, storage, and entertainment features into a cabin that's designed to be genuinely usable.
Entertainment Package
This boat was also ordered with Boston Whaler's factory Entertainment Package, including:
- 19" Flat-Screen HDTV
- DVD Player
- TV Cable Input
Combined with the climate-controlled cabin, it makes this 285 especially well suited to overnight and weekend cruising.
Full Weather Enclosure
Another excellent Great Lakes option is the factory Weather Curtain Set for the hardtop.
The package includes:
- Side Curtains
- Aft Drop Curtain
- Factory Hardtop
Combined with the windshield, hardtop, and reverse-cycle heat, the enclosure can significantly extend the practical boating season and provides valuable protection when the weather changes.
Windlass & Ground Tackle
Anchoring is made easier with an upgraded factory system featuring:
- Anchor Windlass
- 150' of Anchor Chain
- Stainless Steel Anchor
Whether you're spending the afternoon anchored off an island or staying overnight, this is a significant upgrade over a basic anchor-and-rode setup.
Premium Package
The factory Premium Package adds several additional upgrades, including:
- Mercury VesselView Display
- Network Connection to Raymarine Navigation System
- Two Mid-Cabin Storage Baskets
- Interior Lighting Upgrade
The boat is also equipped with a remote spotlight, adding another useful feature for early-morning or after-dark operation.
Fishing Capability
While the cabin makes the 285 an excellent family cruiser, the Conquest platform retains the fishing capability Boston Whaler is known for.
The large cockpit and Raymarine electronics make this boat equally comfortable chasing Lake Erie walleye in the morning and cruising with the family in the afternoon.
That's one of the biggest advantages of the Conquest platform-you don't have to choose between a fishing boat and a family cruiser.
One-Owner Freshwater History
A major selling point of this particular boat is its history.
This is a one-owner boat that has been used in freshwater, an especially attractive combination when shopping for a used offshore-style cabin boat.
There is no trailer included with this 285 Conquest.
Why Consider This 285 Conquest?
The equipment list is what separates this boat from a more basic 285:
- One Owner
- Freshwater
- Twin Mercury 250 V8 FourStrokes
- 500 Total Horsepower
- Bow Thruster
- 16" Raymarine Axiom XL
- EV-200 Autopilot
- Raymarine VHF
- VesselView
- Reverse-Cycle A/C & Heat
- Full Weather Enclosure
- Entertainment Package
- Premium Package
- Windlass with 150' Chain
- Stainless Steel Anchor
- Spotlight
- Premium Stainless Steel Rub Rail Insert
Contact Clemons Boats
This 2019 Boston Whaler 285 Conquest offers the versatility that makes the Conquest series so desirable, with the added benefits of one-owner freshwater history and an extensive factory option list.
With twin Mercury 250 V8 FourStrokes, bow thruster, 16" Raymarine Axiom XL, autopilot, A/C and heat, full weather enclosure, premium and entertainment packages, and upgraded anchoring equipment, this is a 285 Conquest worth seeing in person.
Contact Clemons Boats today for current engine hours, pricing, condition details, financing options, or to schedule a private showing.
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- All hardware 316-L stainless steel
- All rails welded 316-L stainless steel
- 12-V receptacle
- 28” interior freeboard
- 8” stainless steel cleats – bow (2), spring line (2), stern with hawse pipes (2), anchor (1)
- Acrylic transom door
- Bow and stern lifting eyes
- Cockpit coaming bolsters
- Cockpit prep center with sink and storage
- Cockpit shower
- Covered telescoping stainless steel swim ladder with stainless steel grab rail
- Drink holders (8)
- Gunnel mounted stainless steel rod holders (4)
- Heavy-duty rub rail
- Raw water washdown with coil hose storage
- Self-bailing cockpit
- Stainless steel anchor roller assembly with safety lanyard
- Stainless steel cockpit toe rails
- Stainless steel grab rails
- Stern stainless steel hawse pipes with drink holders
- Transom mounted stainless steel rod holders (3)
- Welded stainless steel bow rail
- Cockpit floodlight, dome light and rod holders (4)
- Integrated windshield and hard-top
- Speakers (2)
- Stainless steel grab rails along sides
- Tempered glass full front windshield with electric vent
- Windshield wash system
- Windshield wipers (port and starboard)
- 12-V receptacle
- Captain’s storage compartment
- Compass
- Dual level molded-in footrests
- Instrumentation and electrical switch panels with circuit breaker protection
- Stainless steel steering wheel with knob
- 110-V outlet
- 12-V/120-V refrigerator
- Corian solid surface countertop
- Galley sink with faucet and cutting board
- Microwave
- Skylight over galley
- Trash receptacle (under c-way step)
- Wood grain galley cabinetry
- Convertible port seat/lounge
- Aft facing seat
- Aft seating with reversible backrest
- Cooler storage
- Lounge filler
- Foldaway stern bench seat
- Helm seat with cushions and adjustable slider
- Battery storage
- Bow anchor locker with drain
- Bow storage lockers under V-berth
- Cabin interior rod racks (4)
- Galley storage
- In-deck fishboxes with drain and pump-out (2)
- Port tackle/storage at port lounge seat (3 drawers with pullout footrest)
- Starboard storage at bait prep station (open storage – filler cushion storage and 5-gallon bucket)
- Under gunnel rod racks (4)
- 500 GPH shower sump-pump
- Hanging storage
- Lighting
- Mirror
- Opening porthole with screen
- Shelf with stainless steel retainer rail
- Stainless steel sink with pressurized water system and pullout shower
- Storage area (aft bulkhead and under countertop)
- VacuFlush™ head with holding tank (6.5 gallons), dockside pump-out and overboard discharge
- 12-V receptacles (cabin and mid berth)
- Cabin lights (5)
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Dinette table with gas-assist base
- Drink holders (3) (forward berth)
- Easy clean interior materials
- Forward berth cushions with backrest
- Lockable sliding acrylic cabin door
- Mid double berth
- Opening hatch with screen
- Opening portholes with screens – galley (1), midberth (1)
- Stereo – Fusion® AM/FM, iPod controls, waterproof speakers (2 in cabin, 2 in cockpit), remote control, and MP3 input (Fusion Bluetooth enabled)(Fusion integration into Raymarine with navigation package)
- V-berth filler cushions
- 250 CXL V8 DTS Black Dual Mercury® FourStroke engines with hydraulic power steering
- Anchor windlass (low profile with rode and anchor) (FR 1,000 W)
- Automatic bilge pumps (1,100 GPH forward, 2,000 GPH aft)
- Battery trays with switches (3)
- Cockpit lighting (blue/white LED)
- Electric horn
- Electric trim tabs with indicator
- Engine fuel/water separators
- Fuel tank (200 gallons)
- High water bilge pump with alarm
- Insulated livewell with light, raw water fill, blue interior and flow control
- Navigation lights
- Pressurized freshwater system
- Raw water washdown with coil hose storage
- Shore power with battery charger and galvanic isolator (ELCI system)
- Stainless steel propellers
- Stainless steel thru hulls
- Tilt steering
- Transducer mount area
Additional Mercury twin engines available.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 10/1/26 | Initial price | $224,995 |
Boston Whaler 285 Conquest: BoatTEST Review
Overview
The Boston Whaler 285 Conquest is a versatile crossover model that effectively bridges the gap between a capable fishing vessel and a comfortable cruising platform suitable for offshore conditions. This model incorporates thoughtful design updates and features that enhance both functionality and comfort, making it well-suited for a variety of boating activities ranging from fishing excursions to family overnight trips.
Exterior Design and Deck Features
The 285 Conquest features a foredeck fully covered in non-skid material, with an optional cushion pad that transforms the area into a sun lounge. The windshield extends seamlessly to integrate with the hardtop, eliminating the need for Isinglass panels and providing a clean, aerodynamic profile. An electrically actuated vent atop the windshield efficiently channels fresh air into the helm deck. At the aft edge of the hardtop, LED spreader lights are installed alongside rocket launcher rod holders. Safety and accessibility are emphasized with a 15.5-inch wide passage between rails and cabin sides, grab handles along the hardtop, sturdy aft ladder supports, and a step leading into the cockpit. The side decks are molded to channel water away from the cockpit, enhancing dryness and safety. The starboard transom door, positioned nine inches above the main deck, leads to a modest swim platform equipped with a recessed three-step reboarding ladder and stainless steel grab handle. A standard transom shower is connected to a 30-gallon freshwater tank.
Cockpit and Fishing Amenities
The cockpit spans 54 square feet and is designed for both fishing and cruising configurations. Fishing features include a transom-mounted livewell with a gasketed acrylic lid, electrical connections under the gunwales for downriggers, and rod storage racks with tow rails for added security during angling. Two sizable fish boxes flank the cockpit, each with lightweight Divinacell cord hatches supported by gas-assist struts. For cruising comfort, the cockpit is surrounded by bolsters ranging from 21.5 to 28 inches in height, providing safety and comfort. A standard flip-out bench seat at the stern is easy to deploy, with an optional second flip-out bench under the port bulwarks to create a spacious gathering area. Additional options include a cockpit table with a flexi-teak top for dining and a forward sink with a pull-out sprayer. Storage beneath the sink can be customized to include a cockpit refrigerator.
Helm Deck and Seating
The helm deck features an improved seating arrangement with opposing seats to port, which can be converted into a lounge area using a filler cushion. The aft seat includes a sliding seat-back that converts it into an aft-facing seat, complemented by a pull-out step below. This versatile seating configuration enhances social interaction and provides an excellent vantage point for line watching during fishing activities.
Interior Living Spaces
Below deck, the 285 Conquest offers a modest galley to port equipped with a microwave, single-burner stove, sink, and refrigerator. Natural light is provided by hull-side portlights and an overhead skylight. The ship's electrical panel is conveniently located adjacent to the microwave. Just aft of the galley is a mid-berth measuring four by six feet, featuring a variable geometry overhead that ranges from 1 foot 9 inches to 2 feet 5 inches, peaking at 4 feet at the entry. A leather headboard with storage is positioned behind the berth. The test boat includes an optional cabin comfort package with bedding and a privacy curtain. Forward is a U-shaped settee with overhead rod storage; the rod holders flip away when not in use. A dinette table with an extendable leaf occupies the center of the settee, and the entire area converts into a berth by lowering the table and repositioning the cushions. Flip-down garment hooks are mounted on the aft bulkhead.
Private Accommodations and Head
The starboard side houses a wet head that, while modest in size, is fully fiberglass-lined and offers ample storage. Boston Whaler has equipped the head with a standard vacu-flush toilet, providing convenience and comfort for overnight stays or extended cruising.
Conclusion
The Boston Whaler 285 Conquest is a thoughtfully designed vessel that balances fishing capabilities with cruising comfort. Its versatile layout, safety features, and well-appointed interior make it suitable for a wide range of boating activities, whether heading offshore with a group of anglers, enjoying an overnight family trip, or entertaining friends on a day cruise.
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| Price | $224,995 | $212,404 | $239,995 | $249,995 | $299,900 | $304,189 |
| Location | Sandusky | Sandusky | Sandusky | Sandusky | Sandusky | Sandusky |
| Nominal Length | 28' | 25' | 28' | 28' | 37' | 25' |
| Engine Make | Mercury | - | Mercury | Mercury | Mercury | Mercury |
| Total Engine Power | 250 hp | - | 250 hp | 250 hp | 350 hp | 225 hp |
| Days on Market | 1 | 107 | 40 | 93 | 370 | 107 |
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8009 Barrett Rd, Sandusky, OH, 44870
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