Merri-Mar Yacht Basin, Inc
978-321-3327
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Merri-Mar Yacht Basin, Inc
978-321-3327
Year | 1973 |
Make | Bertram |
Model | 28 Flybridge CRUISER |
Class | Flybridge |
Length | 8.53m |
Fuel Type | Petrol |
Hull Material | Fibreglass |
Offered By | Merri-Mar Yacht Basin, Inc |
SEAFARER - The Bertram 28 remains the best-selling Bertram ever! Designed along the lines of the classic Bertram 31, the 28 quickly established her reputation among serious anglers as a rugged and durable offshore fisherman with comfortable accommodations. She was repowered in 1991 with Twin Marine Power-GM350 blocks 260 hp FWC engines with 2,200 hours. With an 11’ beam, SEAFARER is a spacious comfortable ride, that sleeps 4, with a convertible dinette, head, plenty of storage, and a Galley that includes a sink, microwave, and refrigerator. Professionally serviced and maintained annually.
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2005 - Added full canvas bridge enclosure
2007 - Interior paneling supporting dinette replaced (starboard side)
2007 - New Isotherm AC/DC refrigerator / freezer
2015 - Bottom was Soda Blasted, Barrier coated and refinished
2021 - Topside paint renewed (Petit epoxy based). Non-skid on decks.
1991 - Everything Mechanical Replaced
- New Twin 1991 Marine Power - GM350 blocks (260HP x 2)
- Fresh water cooling
- New Borg Warner Transmissions
- New 1-1/4" (oversized) propeller shafts
- New Struts and Cutlass Bearings
- 17x17 propellers
2005 - New 160 gallon aluminum fuel task - the old fuel tank was fine, but ethanol fuel will
- damage/destroy the original Bertram fiberglass tank
2008 - Rudders replaced with Bertram 35 rudders.
- These rudders are bigger than the B28 rudders so now the boat can be easily steered with only one engine running
- handy for fishing/trolling and fuel economy.
2005 - Engine raw water supply thru hulls renewed/re-bedded
2007 - Steering cable replaced (Teleflex)
2019 - Engine exhaust elbow replaced (port - side).
2021 - Port side shaft thru hull replaced and re-bedded. All new port side shaft log and engine coupler
2004 - Wiring inspected and upgraded/replaced
2004 - Automatic Battery Charger installed
2005 - Guest battery added
2005 - Guest battery isolation switch added
2005 - Wiring terminal junction plates added
2004 - Instrument panel gauges replaced with all Steward Warner
2007 - Compass Replaced
2004 - VHF radio - behind port side access hatch on bridge
2005 - Cabin AM/FM stereo radio and speakers.
2015 - Raymarine E80 display, Sonar and GPS
2020 - Garmin xxxx GPS and Radar
2018 - New fresh water pump and plumbing
2007 - New head and hand pump, 15 gallon grey water holding tank and macerator pump.
- Tank can be pumped from topside or released to the sea
2022 - New macerator pump
2022 - New salt water pump (wash down or use for live well)
- Lee outriggers (need new line and hardware)
- 8 deck rod holders
- Overhead rod holders in the cabin
1973 - 28 Bertram Flybridge Cruiser – "SeaFarer"
Selling points:
- Has a is a solid fiberglass hull with original gelcoat.
- Cruising speed is 20 knots @ 2800 RPMs - very nice riding boat at this speed.
- Very rarely ever run over 3000 RPMs.
- It was repowered with all new power train in 1991.
- It Includes a complete canvas bridge enclosure.
- The radar arc folds down for over the road hauls.
- It has been launched every season since I bought it in 2004.
- It has been stored indoors for the last 4 seasons.
- Engine oil and filters (2 on each engine) has been changed every season.
- Engines have ~2200 hours - have been serviced and maintained every year.
Shore Power Inlet | ✓ |
Depthsounder | ✓ |
Radar | ✓ |
Log-Speedometer | ✓ |
Navigation Centre | ✓ |
Plotter | ✓ |
Radio | ✓ |
Compas | ✓ |
GPS | ✓ |
VHF | ✓ |
Electric Bilge Pump | ✓ |
Microwave Oven | ✓ |
Refrigerator | ✓ |
Battery Charger | ✓ |
Engine Make | GM Marine Power |
Engine Model | GM350 |
Engine Year | 1991 |
Total Power | 260hp |
Engine Hours | 2203 |
Engine Type | Inboard |
Drive Type | Direct Drive |
Fuel Type | Petrol |
Propeller Type | 3 Blade |
Propeller Material | Bronze |
Engine Make | GM Marine Power |
Engine Model | GM350 |
Engine Year | 1991 |
Total Power | 260hp |
Engine Hours | 2240 |
Engine Type | Inboard |
Drive Type | Direct Drive |
Fuel Type | Petrol |
Propeller Type | 3 Blade |
Propeller Material | Bronze |
Cruising Speed | 20kn |
Length Overall | 8.69m |
Max Draft | 0.81m |
Beam | 3.35m |
Dry Weight | 5,470kg |
Deadrise At Transom | 23deg |
Electrical Circuit | 12V |
Fresh Water Tank | 1 x 204.41 l (Plastic) |
Fuel Tank | 1 x 700.3 l (Aluminium) |
Holding Tank | 1 x 151.42 l (Plastic) |
Single Berths | 2 |
Cabins | 1 |
Heads | 1 |