1986 J Boats J/28Sold
$19,500
Boat in Charlevoix, MI 49720 US
Built in 1986
J/28
1 Engine (Yanmar)
28 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
J-Boats: " A Stable, Fast Pocket Cruiser That's Easy-To-Handle & Comfortable For Two"
Seaduction is a 1986 J/28 that has always been in fresh water has been day sailed on Lake Charlevoix for the past 20 years. She is perfectly sized for a couple or small family and can be cruised or club raced with ease and comfort. No frills, just solid sound basics and design for a great sailboat, J-Boats got this design right on target.
The V-berth forward is huge and sleeps two in comfort. The bed is about 6ft wide at the head, low and easy in and out. There is a hanging locker to starboard and storage cubbies to port. The seller has the privacy hard cabin door in storage but prefers the canvas drop curtain for easy use. Aft is the main salon that features an expandable port settee that will sleep two and a starboard settee that will sleep one for a total of 5 berths in two cabins. The main salon floor is finish bright and is made of teak and holly. There is a bulkhead mounted table that folds down to a single or double leaf configuration with bookshelf storage behind. The head is aft and to starboard and features a manual flush toilet, sink with shower wand and storage. To port you will find a galley that features an ice box, single stainless steel sink and a two burner alcohol stove with cover board. Notice in the photos the wide opening portlights and two deck hatches for wonderful ventilation below. Engine access is quite good with removable companionway stairs and storage tray. The steps include hidden storage compartments. The interior has been kept neat and tidy!
The solid construction of this boat makes it a pleasure to sail or race providing years of reliability and comfort.
- Lloyds approved Baltek Contourkore end grained balsa cored laminate constuction, using hand lay-up biaxial and unidirectional glass roving in both hull and deck.
- Interplastic vinylester resign on hull outer layer for blister resistance.
- GRP laminated main structural bulk-head glassed fore & aft on hull and deck.
- Hull to deck joint bonded with 3M 5200 and bolted on 4" centers and covered with clear anodized aluminum rail.
- Balanced spade rudder of unidirectional glass rovings with large diameter GRP shaft
- Aluminum emergency tiller.
- Lead & antimony fixed 3,000lb fin keel, bolted and epoxy bonded to deep molded structural keel sump.
- Heavy duty solid GRP transverse floor beams over keel.
- Self-bailing "T" shaped cockpit with large lazarette seat lockers, port and starboard.
- 4'6" long cockpit seats with 13" high molded backrests angled at 30 degrees for optimum comfort when sailing or at anchor.
- Teak handrails on cabin trunk.
- Molded in nonskid pattern - Off White
- White hull & white deck with molded in single waterline stripe and cove stripe
- Edson 40" destroyer wheel on binnacle with lighted 5" Richie SP-5 Globemaster Compass, breake, gear shift throttle & SS guard
- Yanmar 2GM fresh water cooled 18HP two cylinder diesel engine wiht 2.61 reduction drive
- Cockpit engine instrument panel, push button start and alarms for oil pressure, water temp, and electronics.
- Seller added hour meter in cockpit locker, shows 555 hours since installed about 20years ago
- Two 90 amp batteries (2025) with Guest battery switch
- Bass circuit breaker electrical panel with integral voltmeter.
- 110 Shorepower with (2) 50ft cables and (3) cabin outlets
- 6 Newer LED swiveling brass reading lamps, 2 dome Red/White overheads and 1 fluorescent light.
- Navigation and combination steaming/foredeck lights.
- Groco head with 13 gallon holding tank.
- Cockpit operated bilge pump
- 2 cycle battery charger (2002)
- Depth Sounder (2012)
- Raytheon VHF radio
- Sony CD player with 2 cockpit and 2 cabin speakers
- Datalink Depth/ Wind/Speed instruments
- Hall spars white, tapered aluminum mast stepped on keel with airfoil spreaders, stainless steel wire rigging. sheaves and exits for optional headsail halyard/pole topping lift, heavy duty pole eye.
- Mainsail slug luff gate and Cunningham tackle.
- Main boom with 4:1 outhaul and 2 reefs led internally forward to dual line stoppers
- Heavy duty aluminum "I" beam mast step mounted over keel
- Aluminum mast coller with hard rubber wedges and mast boot
- Heavy duty custom stainless steel chain plates bolted to main bulkhead and transom.
- Lightning grounds to all chain plates
- Harken 4 part adjustable back stay
- 6 part Harken mainsheet system with ratchet and adjustable cam
- Haul quick vang
- Main and genoa halyard
- Roller furling
- Spinnaker pole
- Spinnaker sheets
- Barient 21 STC, two speed, self tailing chrome primary winches with Ultra light racing winch bearings and lock-in handle with cockpit holder
- Barient 10C winch for mainsail and genoa halyards led from the mast to the cockpit though dual Lewmar Spinlock stoppers
- Clear anodized inboard genoa tracks with wide roller genoa lead blocks
- Custom Stainless steel stemhead with anchor roller
- Stainless welded double rail pulpit and stern rail with opening gate
- Three 8" mooring cleats
- Lewmar, aluminum framed, bronze tinted hatches 10x16 skylight, 19x19 foredeck and 10x10 vent
- 6 Bomar aluminum framed opening portlights
- Acrylic companionway hatch slide and wash board with locking SS hasp
- Chromed plow anchor 100ft rode
- Stainless steel haus pipe to enclosed interior anchor locker
- Mainsheet traveler with adjustable stops
- White PVC coated SS wire double lifelines with gates and Gibb hooks
- Transom swim ladder with teak steps
- Mainsail 2001 North Sails
- Quantum cradle cover with lazy jack system, blue canvas
- 2012 North 150% genoa with blue canvas suncover
- Older original race and delivery sails including spinnaker
- Steel storage cradle
- Faircloth winter cover and frame
- Cockpit cushions
- (6) Docklines
- Fenders
- Boat hook
- Safety life jacket bag and 4 life jackets
- Handy boarding step
- Man overboard horse shoe throw ring
- Leather wrapped steering wheel
- Canvas wheel cover, Blue
- Electronic flare
- 2nd anchor with 200ft rode stored in cockpit locker
- (2) radar reflectors
- Deck hatch screens and companionway screen
- VC-17 Bottom Paint
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/25 | Initial price | $19,500 |
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Customers appreciate the 1986 J Boats J/28 for its excellent balance of performance and comfort
Many highlight its responsive handling and solid construction, making it a reliable choice for both racing and cruising. Owners often praise the spacious cockpit and well-designed interior layout, which provide ample room for crew and gear. The J/28’s sleek design and agility on the water receive frequent compliments, with sailors noting its ability to perform well in a variety of wind conditions. Overall, the 1986 J Boats J/28 is valued for combining speed, stability, and practicality, making it a popular option among sailing enthusiasts.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 1986 J Boats J/28 is a popular sailboat known for its blend of performance and comfort. Here are some of the key pros and cons of this model:
Pros
Performance-Oriented Design: The J/28 offers responsive handling and good speed, making it enjoyable for both racing and cruising.
Solid Construction: Built with quality materials and craftsmanship typical of J Boats, ensuring durability and longevity.
Comfortable Interior: Despite its performance focus, the J/28 features a well-designed cabin with adequate headroom and accommodations for weekend cruising.
Manageable Size: At around 28 feet, it’s easy to handle for a small crew or even single-handed sailing.
Good Upwind Ability: The hull design and sail plan provide excellent upwind performance, appealing to sailors who want efficiency in various conditions.
Cons
Limited Space: While comfortable for its size, the interior can feel cramped for extended cruising or larger groups.
Older Design: Being a 1986 model, some aspects of the design and onboard systems may feel dated compared to modern boats.
Maintenance: Older fiberglass and fittings may require more upkeep to maintain optimal condition.
Limited Tankage: Water and fuel capacity are modest, which may restrict longer passages without frequent resupply.
Outdated Electronics: Original navigation and onboard electronics will likely need upgrading for modern use.
Made For
The 1986 J Boats J/28 is ideal for sailors seeking a versatile and performance-oriented cruiser-racer. It suits those who want a responsive, well-balanced sailboat that performs well both in competitive racing and comfortable coastal cruising. Its design appeals to enthusiasts who appreciate quality craftsmanship, ease of handling, and a boat that offers exciting sailing experiences without sacrificing onboard comfort.
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13000 Stover Road, Charlevoix, MI, 49720
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13000 Stover Road, Charlevoix, MI, 49720
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