2005 Grand Banks 49 Eastbay SX Boat in Hampton, VA 23630 US
49 Eastbay SX
2 Engines (2x Caterpillar)
49 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
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While all of the Grand Banks Eastbay 49's have always been popular, "Amyleasa" is an ESPECIALLY FINE example of the more rare and desirable Salon Express (SX) model with the factory hard-back salon enclosure vs the soft enclosure found on the Hardtop Express (HX). Even more rare and sought-after is the fact that she has the side door leading to the side decks at the helm- a feature that most cruising couples consider a "must-have" on any "DownEast" style cruising yacht. She is powered by the much preferred Caterpillar C12 engine package with 2060 hours, and services are up to date. Additionally, "Amyleasa" has an AWLGRIP painted hull, and has recently received numerous key upgrades over the years. With over $200,000 being spent in 2023-2024 alone, she is in excellent condition. Some of the more recent upgrades include:
-All new house and cranking AGM batteries (2021)
-New Blue Sea battery charger (2021)
-Starlink bracket installed in KVH dome (2023)
-New Computank head unit (2020)
-New ACR searchligh (2024)
-All brightwork teak stripped to bare wood and 14 coats of varnish applied (2024)
-Bottom Media blasted to bare with new barrier coat and bottom paint applied (2024)
-Both main engines have been professionally examined and updated, new heat exchangers installed. All hoses, clamps, and belts replaced (2024)
-Onan genset has been professionally inspected and updated , new heat exchanger installed. New water pump, hoses, clamps and belts installed (2024)
-All 4 air conditioning units removed, rebuilt, and compressors replaced- Dometic (2024)
-Freezer compressor replaced (2024)
-Cockpit sanded (2024)
-All caulking around house and windows removed and replaced (2024)
-Black water system cleaned and refurbished. Holding tank, pump, filter, etc. (2025)
-All mattresses replaced with new (2021)
-Window covers and sun shield added (2022)
-Cockpit cover added (2022)
Some of the other notable options and improvements made to the yacht include:
-Awlgripped hullsides
-Bow and Stern Thrusters
-Upgraded 17.5 KW generator
-Block Heaters Installed
-Furuno Maxsea NavNet 3D w/East Coast Charts (updated) including Bahamas Explorer Charts
-Caterpillar Digital Engine Displays
-Installation of 1" of Soundown noise control insulation in salon beneath custom carpeting. (2016)
-Two (2) STIDD Pedestal Chairs (2016)
-Installation of Oceanair Blinds in all salon windows including the forward windshields.
-All non-skid newly primed and painted (2019)
-New aftercoolers (2018)
-New cockpit cushions (2019)
-Power steering replaced (2018)
-New soft goods in salon and galley settee (fresh and modern upgrade 2016)
-Salon/galley upgrade includes new Corinthian Marine Carpeting, Aquaweave with foam backing.
-New entertainment systems (2 TVs and, KVH SAT TV, Bluetooth stereo)
-Blue Sea40amp Charger system for engines, stern thruster, and generator batteries with remote at helm (2016)
-Magnum MS 2000 pure sine wave inverter/charger with battery monitor for the new house bank (2016)
-GotW3 high speed internet router and wifi
-New oil change system added (2014)
-New window treatments in galley and heads (2020)
-New exterior courtesy lighting (2020)
-New Garmin aft-facing camera (2020)
-Sirius satellite weather
-New water heater (2017)
And the list goes on and on and on.... Obviously, the yacht has been impeccably maintained and well-loved both cosmetically and mechanically. She will cruise through a survey extremely well. Incredible condition!!
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The large cockpit supports outdoor enjoyment for the whole crew with aft facing double bench seats port and starboard. Access to the side and foredecks is easy allowing crew to safely move about the entire boat, and waist-high safety rails and well-placed exterior stainless handrails give the crew an extra measure of safety going forward and aft. The transom door opens to the large Teak swim platform where a Stainless Steel swim ladder which aids in boarding from the water.
Interior Features:
Pilothouse Helm door starboard
Enclosed pilothouse, L-Settee w/ Teak high/low Table, Barrel Chair, pop-up TV
Satin finish Teak interior with high-gloss trim below
Teak & Holly cabin soles
Custom-fit carpeting in galley and companionway
Air Conditioning/Heat (4) 16,000 BTU units
Solid-surface Galley and Head Counters
Cabin doors Raised Panel Teak w/ hi quality SS lock sets
Cabinet furniture, teak faced and solid Teak
Drawers, teak faced with solid wood sides, drawer slides
Hand rails, Teak
Hardware, stainless steel
Headliner vinyl
Lighting, Halogen, 12 volt, reading lights at berths and seating locations
Portholes, stainless steel with White exterior trim rings and screens
Deck hatches Stainless Steel
Ocean Aire blinds on all salon windows, including windshield
Enclosed Pilothouse salon
Twin STIDD pedestal seats (recently installed)
Custom carpeting installed
Companion Chart Table
Starboard helm station
Starboard Pilot House Door (rare)
L-Settee Starboard
Barrel Chair
Entertainment Center with abundant storage
Vizio TV on electronic lift
ElectricTeak Hi-Lo Table with flip up leafs
Ocean Aire blinds
Rare centerline salon door aft (like the Eastbay 54')
Center windshield opens via actuator
Electronics Package includes:
Furuno NavNet 3D system with 2 screens (radar/chartplotter/bottom machine)
Furuno RD-30 back-up GPS and multi-function
Simrad AP25 Autopilot
ICOM IC-M602 VHF
ACR remote spotlight
Other Helm Station Equipment:
Caterpillar Digital Gauges
Teak helm
Blue Sea battery charger system
Magnum Inverter system
Onan generator controls
Computank system (fuel level/fresh water level)
Fireboy fire suppression system
Engine synchronizer (either port or starboard)
Bennett trim tabs
Ritchie Compass
Windshield wipers with multi-speed and washers
Sidepower bow and stern thrusters
Sony stereo with Bose surround-sound speakers
Wireless internet
SAT TV system
Starlink recently installed
Anchor windlass with helm and bow controls
Low Idle Switch
Rudder Angle Indicator
Horn
Twin Sub-Zero under-counter refrigerators with freezer compartments
Top-loading additional freezer
Top-loading dry good storage
Princess 3-burner electric stovetop with conventional oven
Sharp convection microwave
Large sink
Abundant drawer and cabinet storage
L-Shaped settee
Teak Table w/ drop leafs
TV Cabinet w/ 24" TV with Teak Tambor enclosure
Bottle and stemware locker
Reading Lights, Overhead lighting
Opening Ports w/ drapes
Deck hatch with blinds and screens
Island Queen Berth, (2) drawers and storage beneath
Teak hull ceilings
Forward locker bulkhead
Overhead and reading lamps
Bureau with drawers (2)
Hanging locker, Cedar lined w/ automatic lighting
Full-length mirror with beveled glass and teak frame
Separate Air Conditioning controls
Deck hatch w/blind and screen
Co2 Monitor
Master Head
En Suite - separate stall shower, bi-fold Acrylic shower door
Solid surface Countertop
Stainless Steel sink
Vanity with storage
Exhaust blower
Mirror w/ Teak frame
VacuFlush head system
Toilet paper holder
Towel Rack
Toothbrush holder
Athwart ship twin berths w/ drawers beneath
Custom bedding
Hanging locker with lined cedar wood
Mirror beveled glass with Teak frame
Opening ports (2) deck hatch (1)
Pocket door
Co2 Monitor
Air Conditioning fan control
Guest Head (Across)
Hand shower, drain w/ sump
Solid Surface Countertop
Stainless Steel sink
Exhaust blower, 12 volt
Air Conditioning/heat duct
Vanity with storage
VacuFlush head system
Toilet paper holder
Toothbrush holder
Towel rack
Opening portlight
Upgraded Onan 17kw generator (1540 hours total)
Twin Disk Gears
Panish Controls
Engine synchronizer integral in CAT electronic engine management
Low speed idle switch
Glendinning Cable Master with 75' 50amp power cord
Bow Thruster
Stern Thruster
Block Heaters installed
Ball valve on all thru hulls above waterline
Four (4) Electric Bilge Pumps
Manual Bilge Pump
Drip pans under engines
Dual Racor filters on main engines
Reverso Oil Change System
Engine raw water intake sea cocks w/ strainers
Engine room faucet, fresh water
Engine room sound insulation upgraded with "Soundown" in Salon
Exhaust system, seawater cooled, with mufflers
Fireboy fire extinguishing system with engine shut downs (inspected)
Gas/water separator on generator exhaust system
Propellers 4 blade Nibral
Rudders, cast Bronze
Seacocks on thru-hulls below waterline, Bronze
Shaft logs Duramax with drip less shaft seals
Stainless steel shafts
Steering with power assisted hydraulic
Bronze struts with rubber bearings
Stainless Steel water tanks
Vacuflush Head systems (2) with holding tanks
Hot water heater
Upgraded 17.5kw Onan Generator
Four (4)16,000 BTU Marine Air reverse cycle heat/AC units (2 in salon, 2 below)
AC distribution panels, 120v 60 Hz /220 volt 50 Hz w/ Indicator light, reverse polarity
Battery charger, automatic, 12 volt 40 amp
Battery condition indicator
Battery switch, disconnect
Bonding system
Carbon Monoxide Detector in sleeping area
DC distribution panels, 12 volt
Engine room Delta T blowers, 12 volt
Engine room lights, 12 volt and AC florescent lights 110V 60Hz 0r 220V 50 Hz
Engine start/stop single station
Extra 8 position12 DC circuit breaker panel overhead panel
Fresh water system
Fuel transfer pump
Galvanic isolator
Helm outlet, 110v/AC and 12v/DC
Holding tank discharge pump
Outlets, galley, engine room and heads, GFCI protection, 120v/A
TV & Phone Inlet
Fresh water wash anchor locker
Maxwell Anchor windlass
Chocks and mooring cleats, stainless steel
Deck fills: fuel, water and waste pump-out
Deck non-skid cabin house deck and hardtop with recently painted non-skid
Dorade boxes, teak w/chrome vents
Engine room vents, Delta T Air demisters
Flagstaff holders, bow and stern
Foredeck lockers, port and starboard Fresh water faucet, inside forward deck locker
Grab rails, stainless steel
Mast, aluminum Awl Grip White
Rubrail, heavy-duty vinyl with stainless steel insert
Safety rails, stainless steel with intermediate rail and Port and Stbd rail gate
Teak Toe rail, hand rails, eyebrow, aft window frames, pilothouse doors (2) varnished
Vents for fuel and water tanks
Windows, tempered glass
Two (2) Aft facing double bench seats w/ storage beneath (new upholstery)
Teak sole- epoxy bonded so there are no fasteners
Swim ladder, fold-up, stainless steel
Teak Swim platform
Transom door
Transom hot/cold shower with retractable hose
Courtesy lights (new Halogen)
Engine room hatch- easy access
Scuppers, stainless steel (2), large freeing ports (2)
Rod Holders (2)
Custom cockpit bimini- intended for use while underway.
EPIRB
Superstructure White Gel Coat
Teak decking in cockpit
FRP composite PVC foam cored above waterline
Hand laid fiberglass Hydrex resin skin coat in hull laminate, Gel-coat fiberglass exterior
Solid fiberglass hull below waterline
Epoxy barrier undercoat, Micron CSC antifouling paint - Green
Hull structural grid FRP molded and foam
Molded quarter guard with SS rub rail
Teak Toe Rail Varnished
Non-skid repainted 2019
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/26 | Price decreased | $595,000(-9.2%) |
| 2/4/26 | Price decreased | $655,000(-3.0%) |
| 6/28/25 | Initial price | $675,000 |
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Customers rave about the 2005 Grand Banks 49 Eastbay SX, highlighting its exceptional blend of classic craftsmanship and modern performance
Many owners appreciate the spacious and meticulously designed interior, which offers a comfortable living space perfect for extended cruising. The sleek lines and elegant design of the exterior draw positive comments, with many noting the timeless appeal of the yacht. Performance is another key area where customers express satisfaction, often mentioning the smooth handling and impressive maneuverability, which make it a joy to navigate in various conditions. The powerful yet efficient engine options have also earned praise, providing a perfect balance of speed and fuel efficiency. Additionally, the attention to detail in the boat's construction is frequently highlighted, with customers noting the high-quality materials and finishes that reflect Grand Banks’ reputation for excellence. Whether for leisure or adventure, the 2005 Grand Banks 49 Eastbay SX is celebrated by its owners as a versatile and reliable vessel that delivers an outstanding boating experience.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 2005 Grand Banks 49 Eastbay SX is a sophisticated example of a lightly used and well-regarded vessel in the yachting community. Below are some pros and cons to consider:
Pros
Quality Craftsmanship: Grand Banks is known for its exceptional build quality. The Eastbay SX is constructed with attention to detail, using high-quality materials that provide durability and longevity.
Spacious Interior: The layout of the 49 Eastbay SX offers ample living space, including a well-designed galley, comfortable salon, and luxurious staterooms, making it ideal for both family cruising and entertaining guests.
Performance: Featuring a powerful twin engine setup, the vessel provides strong performance with impressive cruising speed and efficiency, allowing for enjoyable long-range passages.
Stability and Comfort: The hull design offers a smooth ride even in choppy waters, ensuring comfort for all aboard. The deep-V hull contributes to better handling and stability.
Versatile Uses: This boat is versatile enough for both leisurely cruising and serious long-distance voyages, appealing to a range of boating enthusiasts.
Excellent Sightlines: With large windows and a well-designed helm area, visibility is maximized for both navigation and enjoying the views, enhancing the overall boating experience.
Cons
Price Point: As a luxury vessel, the Grand Banks 49 Eastbay SX comes with a higher price tag, which may be prohibitive for some buyers.
Maintenance Costs: Given its quality and performance, upkeep can be more expensive compared to other boats of similar length, especially when considering routine maintenance and repairs.
Fuel Consumption: While the performance is touted, the twin engines can lead to higher fuel consumption, especially during long journeys at higher speeds.
Space Limitations: While spacious for a 49-foot yacht, some may find the interior layout a bit cozy compared to larger, more expansive yachts.
Availability of Parts: Depending on the specific needs and age of the vessel, sourcing parts may sometimes be challenging, particularly for older models or specific custom features.
Made For
The 2005 Grand Banks 49 Eastbay SX is designed for discerning boaters who value craftsmanship, performance, and comfort. Ideal for those who appreciate the classic beauty of a downeast design combined with modern luxury, this vessel caters to avid cruisers and weekend adventurers alike. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a newcomer to the boating world, the Grand Banks 49 Eastbay SX offers an exceptional ride and ample space for entertaining family and friends. With its powerful twin engine setup, agile handling, and smooth cruising capabilities, it's perfect for those who enjoy exploring coastal waters or embarking on longer journeys. Additionally, its elegant interior, complete with high-quality finishes and spacious accommodations, makes it well-suited for those who prioritize relaxation and enjoyment while on the water. This boat is for anyone looking to create lasting memories on the open sea in a vessel that embodies both style and functionality.
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2005 Grand Banks 49 Eastbay SX | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $595,000 | $575,000 | $575,000 | $799,000 | $355,000 | $275,000 |
| Location | Hampton | Virginia Beach | Virginia Beach | Virginia Beach | Deltaville | Chesapeake |
| Nominal Length | 49' | 49' | 49' | 54' | 30' | 42' |
| Draft | 4' | - | - | - | - | - |
| Engine Make | Caterpillar | CAT | 2xCAT | Caterpillar | Yamaha | Caterpillar |
| Total Engine Power | 705 hp | 705 hp | - | 800 hp | 250 hp | 300 hp |
| Days on Market | 488 | 245 | 239 | 515 | 105 | 124 |
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