The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Aquabell 28

Classic Aquabell 28 Cruiser
£0 Sold / Unavailable
  • Boat REF#  ·  301165
  • LOA  ·  8.20m
  • Year  ·  1979
  • Construction  ·  GRP
  • Underwater profile  ·  Full-displacement
  • Berths  ·  4
  • Engine  ·  1 x Diesel 33hp, Vetus M4.15 ()
  • Lying  ·  Brundall
Boatshed Norfolk
Boatshed Norfolk
Steve Biggs

The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Extra Details

Designer Bell Boats Brundall
Builder Bell Boats, Brundall
Lying Brundall
Fuel capacity 227.3 ltr (50.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks
Water capacity 200.0 ltr (44.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks
Holding tank capacity 200.0 ltr (44.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks

Mechanical

Engine 1 x Diesel 33hp
Engine make and model Vetus M4.15 ()
Engine Hours Not Recorded
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering Wheel
Drive Shaft
Prop(s) 3 Blade Bronze
Fuel consumption (approx) 2.0 ltr (0.4 G) /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx) 6 knots
Max speed (approx) 8 knots

Engine fitted aprox 3 years ago

Dimensions

LOA 8.20m
LWL 8.20m
Beam 3.20m
Draft Min 0.60m
Draft Max 0.60m
Displacement 3,500kg (7,717.5lbs)
Storage On mooring

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 240 shore power voltage, 3 batteries charged by: engine, solar panels, shore power

Construction

Construction GRP
Underwater profile Full-displacement
Finish Paint finish

Tank capacities declaired by vendor are estimates

Accommodation

Total # of berths 4
No. of double berths 2
No. of single berths 3
Cabin(s) 2
Handbasin 1
Shower 1
Heads 1 heads (Manual)

Good sized heads shower compartment

4 burner gas cooker/stove

Accommodation

Cooker/stove
Grill
Oven
Sink
Refrigerator
Carpet
Curtains
Cabin heating
Pressurised water system
Hot water system

Good sized heads shower compartment

4 burner gas cooker/stove

Deck Gear

Warps
Fenders
Boathook

1 anchors
(mud weight)

Nav Equipment

Stereo
Navigation lights

Safety Equipment

LPG Detector
Life jackets
Searchlight
Horn

1 bilge pumps (0 manual / 1 Electric)

2 additional spare bilge pumps supplied with boat as well asl all crockery, cutlery, mugs , glasses etc

Broker's Comments

Here we have a nice example of the popular Aquabell 28 river cruiser.
These boats offer good accommodation for a couple with the added benefit of being able to accommodate a further couple in the saloon when required. These sedan style boats have a very large aft sundeck area for their size which makes this a very flexible and practical design in a compact and easy to handle package.
This particular boat has been continuously updated and added to by her owners. She has a current Boat Safety Certificate to 2023 and is serviced.

She is powered by a splendidly clean and well running Vetus M4.15 Diesel engine with 271 declared hours. The access to this engine is incredible and very easy to access all of her technical systems under the lift up aft sundeck.

From the aft sundeck moving forward through large sliding glass doors, you enter the spacious and bright saloon with "U" shaped sofas to port that are well trimmed and comfortable. These convert to a large double for accommodating guests that stay over. To starboard the ample galley offers good storage and cooking facilities with hob, oven, grill, fridge and basin.
Ahead of the galley to starboard is the helm station which gives good views all round.
Heading down the two small steps through the companionway, you have a large heads and shower compartment to port.
Lastly, nestled in the bow is a good sized Vee berth that converts to a good sized double berth.
The boat appears to be in generally good condition with some minor areas that would benefit for tidying up but these are purely minor cosmetic improvements.
The exterior has been fully repainted in 3 pack paint used on airliners and looks to have been very well done indeed. She is very attractive in her blue hull and white topsides.

The addition of diesel warm air heating, 240v Inverter, and a solar panel help make this a cosy all year cruiser, that will be very economical to run and simple to handle. This boat comes with screen and hatch covers too.

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

Owners FAQ's

How long have you owned the boat for?

4 years

Why are you selling her?

health issues

Where have you sailed her?

Norfolk Broads

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