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2005 Grand Banks Eastbay 43 HX

$409,500

Boat in Guilford, CT

$409,500

MAGIC is one of the last Eastbay 43 HX models, Hull # 0097, thoughtfully designed and built to the highest standards by Grand Banks. 


The famed C. Raymond Hunt planing hull assures excellent seakeeping. MAGIC features optional twin 500 HP Yanmars, giving a fast 21kt cruise, and 29kt WOT. 


The soft back in conjunction the with Pilot House AC and heat ensures comfort in all seasons. In fair weather, the aft enclosure may be easily rolled up, or removed completely, to provide a wonderful 'open boat' feel, and great communciation between the Helm and the cockpit. The large, fixed, bimini provides welcome shade in the cockpit. 


Recent upgrades

  • Flag Blue Hull (painted 2021)
  • New Garmin and Radar (2021)
  • Exterior brightwork (2024)


MAGIC is a classic express cruiser, perfect for a couple or family. Beautiful, well-equipped, and ready for a new owner and a new season.


2005 Grand Banks Eastbay 43 HX

builtBuilt in 2005
modelEastbay 43 HX
engine2 Engines (Yanmar, Yanmar)
length43 feet
fuelDiesel
materialFiberglass/Reinforced

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2005 Grand Banks Eastbay 43 HX Full Details

Nominal Length
43ft
Length Overall
43ft
Length at Waterline
39.42ft
Beam
13.17ft
Max Bridge Clearance
14.42ft
Max Draft
3.58ft
Displacement
29760lb
Cruising Speed
21kn
Max Speed
29kn
Cabins
2
Heads
1
Fresh Water Tanks
110gal
Fuel Tanks
436gal
Holding Tanks
32gal
Windlass
electric-windlass
Electrical Circuit
12v
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
deep-vee
Engine 1
Engine Make
Yanmar
Engine Model
6CXM-GTE2
Total Power
500hp
Engine Hours
983
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
2005
Drive Type
direct
Propeller Type
5-blade
Propeller Material
bronze
Engine 2
Engine Make
Yanmar
Engine Model
6CXM-GTE2
Total Power
500hp
Engine Hours
983
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
2005
Drive Type
direct
Propeller Type
5-blade
Propeller Material
bronze
Master Stateroom
  • Centerline Berth w/6" Foam Mattress. 6' 6" long, 43" to 58" wide
  • Drawer Storage Under the Berth
  • Storage Port & Starboard Above Berth
  • (2) Large Cedar Lined Hanging Lockers w/Lights
  • Additional Drawer Storage
  • Opening Ports w/Screens
  • Frigast Chrome Reading Lamps
  • Varnished Teak-Framed Mirror
  • 12,000 BTU Marine Air Reverse Cycle Airconditioning
  • A/C Thermostat Controls
Guest Stateroom
  • Upper & Lower Berths (Fold-Down Upper 6' 3" x 30", Fixed Lower 6' 3" x 20") - In Combination, Can Convert To Sofa
  • Drawer Storage
  • Bookshelf
  • Varnished Teak-Framed Mirror
  • Cedar Lined Hanging Locker w/Light
  • Sliding Pocket Door
  • (2) Opening Ports w/Screens
  • Frigast Chrome Reading Lamps
  • A/C and Heat


Head and Shower Stall
  • Cultured Marble Sink in Countertop
  • Hot & Cold Pressure Water
  • Single Lever Faucet
  • Storage Below Counter
  • Opening Port w/Screen, opening hatch
  • Additional Towel & Toiletries Storage
  • VacuFlush Head
  • Separate Shower Stall w/Marble Floor & Teak Grate Seat
  • Exhaust fan
  • Bi-Fold Acrylic Shower Door
  • Large Mirror Over Counter & Sink
Galley
  • Double Stainless Steel Sink w/Corian Cover
  • Hot & Cold Pressure Water
  • Single Lever Faucet
  • Corian Countertop with Backsplash
  • 3 Burner Princess Electric Stove with Ceramic Top, large storage below with slide-out wire baskets
  • Sharp Carousel R-930CS MIcrowave/Convection Oven
  • Custom Mug Storage Above Sinks
  • Norcold 12V/110V Refrigerator w/GB Teak Door
  • Vitrifrigo Top Loading Freezer 2.7 cu ft (21' x 15' x 15"), matching pot locker opposite
  • Numerous Lockers 
  • Under cabinet lighting
Salon
  • L-Shaped Settee approx 7' x 4' with Custom Almond Ultraleather
  • Storage Underneath Settee
  • Bookshelves & Storage Behind Settee
  • Fusion Marine radio, with auxiliary control at helm, with speakers in Salon and Helm deck
  • Sharp LC-20DV20U 20" TV with built-in DVD player
  • AC/DC Panel Aft of Settee with AC Ammeter, DC Ammeter and Voltmeter and Battery condition meter and Generator start/stop control
  • 12,000 BTU Marine Air Reverse Cycle Air conditioning
  • A/C Thermostat Controls
  • Varnished Teak Hi-LoTable w/Fold Out Leaves (50" or 25" long x 20" wide
  • (2) Chrome Frigast Reading Lamps
  • Companionway to Helmdeck with lockable doors
  • Battery Switch & Shore Power Selector Under Steps 
  • Lock For Engine Compartment Hatch Under Steps
  • Satin Varnish All Cabinetry
  • High Gloss Varnish Trim
  • Varnished Teak & Holly Cabin Sole throughout
Pilot House
  • Overhead Lights
  • Teak Rimmed Wheel
  • Engine Controls, Instrumentation & Electronics
  • Manual Opening Center Windshield, twin overhead hatches, hatch to engine room
  • Sliding Side Windows w/Screens
  • Stidd Helm Seat (Reupholstered 2018)
  • L Settee, approx. 8' x 4 (Port)
  • Straight Settee, approx. 41" x 21" (Starboard)
  • Storage Under Settees
  • Cover For Console & Wheel
  • Seat Covers All Seating
  • Hi-Gloss Varnished Teak Cockpit Table w/Fold Out Leaves
  • Teak Helm Deck
  • 12,000 BTU Marine Air Reverse Cycle Airconditioning
  • A/C Thermostat Controls
  • Storage Cabinet Aft of Starboard Settee
  • Speakers
  • Doors To Companionway (Lockable)
  • Chart Table w/Lockers Underneath
Electronics
  • Garmin GPSMAP 1243 MFD, chart plotter, radar, depth (2021)
  • Garmin GMR Fantom 24 Radar
  • Furuno RD30 navigational data organizer
  • Simrad AP26 Autopilot
  • Furuno FM3000 VHF Radio
  • Furuno Network Transducer
  • 24" Antenna C Map
  • Shakepeare 36" Antenna & Mount
  • Raymarine 45 STV SAT TV Antenna
  • DSS Receiver
  • Furuno BBW/GPS Antenna w/ Mount
  • Ritchie 6" Compass
  • EPIRB
  • Electric Horn
  • Fusion Marine radio, with auxiliary control at helm, with speakers in Salon and Helm decks
  • Sharp Flat Screen TV (in Salon)
  • Rudder Angle Indicator
  • Kahlenburg Horn
  • LED Searchlight (4/2020)
  • Weems & Plath Clock, Barometer, Thermometer/Hygrometer
Electrical
  • 12V/110V Systems
  • AC/DC Breaker Panels
  • 9kVA Onan Generator Model MDKA-5664185 w/Soundshield approx. 1,100 hr. 
  • Glendinning Cablemaster Power Cord & Power Cord Reel (Both New 4/2019)
  • 50A to 30A shore power adapter
  • (2) 8D AGM Lifeline Gel Batteries
  • (1) 4D (2018)
  • (2) Group 27 Gel Bow Thruster Batteries (5/2018)
  • ProSport 20 Bow Thruster Charger w/Switch (2018)
  • (3) 20W Aquasignal Fluorescent Lights In Engine Room
  • 12V Outlets Throughout LED Lights in Searchlight (4/2020)
  • Navigation LED Lights
  • Cockpit Courtesy Lights
Mechanical and Plumbing
  • Twin 6CXM-GTE2 Yanmar 500 HP Engines (approx 983 hours), port S/N 1233, stbd S/N 1234, trnasmissions ZF  280 1-A port S/N 20045400, Stbd S/N 20045401
  • 1,000  hr service completed
  • Electronic Engine Controls
  • Glendinning Synchronizer
  • WEMA Fuel Gauges (5/2017)
  • (2) Aluminum Fuel Tanks (436 gal, water tank (110 gal), holding tank (32 gal) 
  • Single Lever Gear Shift & Throttle Controls
  • Engine Room Sound Insulation
  • Hynautic Hydraulic Steering
  • Sidepower SP 125 TI Bow Thruster
  • Bennett Trim Tabs 
  • Racor Crossover Fuel System
  • Racor Dual Fuel Filters for redundancy
  • Reverso Oil Change Kit - Both Engines & Generator
  • Teak Grate on Engine Room Sole
  • Tides Marine Dripless Shaft Seals
  • 9kVA Onan Generator in sound shield, MDAKV-5664185, SN C040611279, low noise 1,800 RPM
  • (3) 12,000 BTU Marine Air Units w/Remote Air Handlers (Sterooms, Salon, & Helm - Each w/Separate Thermostat Controls)
  • VacuFlush Head
  • Macerator Pump
  • Fresh Water Pump (Replaced 5/2017)
  • Seaward Fresh Water Heater
  • (3) Rulemate 2000 Electrical Pumps w/Integral Float Switches 
  • Whale Manual Diaphragm Pump
  • Firebuoy Seafire Extinguishing System
  • Maxwell Freedom RC80 Windlass w/Power Up & Down
  • Salt Water Washdown
Hull and Deck
  •  Flag Blue Awlgripped Hull (2021)
  • Fiberglass Non-Skid Side Decks & Foredeck
  • Stainless Steel Hand Rails
  • Varnished Teak Cap Rails & Exterior Trim (Varnished 2024)
  • Bonded Teak Helm Deck
  • Teak Cockpit with Lazarette Storage Underneath
  • Helm Deck Brightwork Varnished (2020)
  • Aft Enclosure Canvas w/Afta Glass (5/2018)
  • Stidd Helm Seat (Reupholstered 5/2018)
  • Helmdeck L-Settee (Port)
  • Straight Settee (Starboard)
  • Fixed Bimini over cockpit approx. 10' x 8' on sturdy stainless steel tubular frame 
  • Forward Facing Folding Transom Bench Seat 58" x 20" (Reupholstered 2024)
  • Bench Cover (7/2018)
  • Aft Facing Bench Seat 50" x 20" 
  • Storage Underneath
  • Hot & Cold Transom Shower
  • Controls For Glendinning Cablemaster
  • (3) Large Cockpit Lazarettes
  • Bottom Painted (2025)
  • Trilux 33 applied to Shafts, Propellers (2025)
  • Maxwell Windlass
  • 45 lb CQR Anchor
  • 200' Chain
  • Anchor Lockers
  • Teak Swim Platform
  • Swim Ladder
  • Transom Door
  • St. Croix Davits 350 (New 8/2017)
  • (15) Lifejackets
  •  Flares
  • (10) Docklines
  • •(5) Fenders
  • CO Detectors \
  • Carbon Dioxide Detector
  • (4) Fire Extinguishers
  • Bell (Not hung)
  • Horn
  • Varnished Flagstaff & Ensign
Disclaimer

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

DateEventPrice
7/16/25Initial price$409,500

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