KEYWEST - 263 FS - For Sale

Crafted by KEYWEST, the263 FSis a capablecenter consolewithin the broader class ofmotor yacht. With a 26 ft (7.98 m) LOA, 9 ft (2.79 m) beam, twin Yamaha outboards, a single head, and 175 gallons of fuel capacity, it’s built for confident days on the water. For guidance and availability, connect with broker Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Selecting a 263 FS

Choosing the 263 FS is about matching your boating style to a versatile center consoleplatform inside themotor yachtmarket. If you value straightforward operation, redundant power from two Yamaha outboards, and the convenience of one onboard head for family and guests, this model fits the brief. Shestakov Yacht Sales and Andrey Shestakov can help you evaluate timing, condition, and opportunities on the market.

Features of the Model

The 263 FSfocuses on capability and simplicity. Twin Yamaha power provides balanced performance and handling, while one onboard head adds comfort for longer outings. The practical, open layout typical of acenter consoledesign keeps movement easy around the deck. A 175-gallon fuel capacity supports flexible day plans without frequent refueling.

• Twin Yamaha [[spec:]] outboards (2)
• One head for added convenience
• 175-gallon fuel capacity
• Open, walk‑around usability characteristic of a center console

Technical Specifications

• Builder: KEYWEST
• Model: 263 FS
• Category: motor yacht
• Subcategory: center console
• LOA: 26 ft (7.98 m)
• Beam: 9 ft (2.79 m)
• Engines: 2 x Yamaha, Outboard
• Heads: 1
• Fuel Capacity: 175 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, market availability, and to arrange inspections of the 263 FS, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will guide you through selection, offer strategy, surveys, and closing, ensuring a smooth transaction from first inquiry to delivery.

Questions and Answers

Q: What kind of boat is the 263 FS? A:Type:It’s acenter consolewithin themotor yachtsegment, built byKEYWEST.

Q: What powers the model? A: Engines:2 x YamahaOutboardengines provide reliable propulsion and easy operation.

Q: What are the key dimensions? A: LOA:26 ft (7.98 m).Beam:9 ft (2.79 m), offering a roomy footprint for acenter console.

Q: Does it have a head on board? A: Heads:1, adding essential comfort for family and guests.

Q: How much fuel does it carry? A: Fuel capacity:175 gallons, supporting full days on the water. For availability and purchase details,contact Andrey Shestakovand the team atShestakov Yacht Sales.

Owner Experience Review

Owners position the 263 FSfromKEYWESTas a family-first center console that still fishes hard. For sandbar days and light 2-foot chop, it’s praised for space and comfort, with deeply cushioned bow lounges, a full-width stern couch, a large hardtop, twin livewells, an in-floor macerated fish box, and generous storage. The cockpit behind the leaning post feels notably open, so kids and crew aren’t crowded even with gear aboard.

On the water, reports consistently call the ride great and controllable in rough conditions, and some tournament anglers say it can run with others in its class. A Yamaha test with twin 200s recorded a 3.50-second time to plane, 0–30 mph in 5.10 seconds, about 43.0 mph at 5000 rpm, and 52.5 mph at 6100 rpm, with economical cruise bands shown between 3000 and 4500 rpm. An owner also notes a comfortable 31-mph cruise with twin 200s.

For longer days, one owner cites running 80–100 miles and trolling all day on 60–80 gallons, which speaks to practical day-range. The ownership curve does include some punch-list work in the first 20 hours, and a few have reported livewell sealing that let water into the bilge, hard-to-access raw-water pumps, or bilge pumps mounted in a way that made them run continuously until a dealer corrected it. These reports sit alongside broadly positive notes on comfort and capability.

Pros and Cons

• Exceptionally comfortable bow lounges and a full-width stern couch make family days easy.
• Quick to plane with confident manners when it’s choppy; Yamaha testing shows 0–30 mph in 5.10 s and 52.5 mph with twin 200s.
• Practical cockpit layout with twin livewells, an in-floor macerated fish box, and ample space behind the leaning post.
• Expect a first-20-hours punch list of fit-and-finish items that may require owner attention.
• Reports of livewell tanks not sealed at the top allowing water into the bilge.
• Instances of bilge pumps mounted incorrectly, causing them to run continuously until corrected by a dealer.

Comparison with Other Models