2018 Grady-White Freedom 285 - Grady-White Boats FOR SALE

Fresh to the market, this impeccably cared-for 2018 Grady-White Freedom 285 presents in striking Celestial Blue, powered by twin Yamaha 250 hp four-strokes with just 335 hours and smooth digital controls. A single-owner vessel with complete service records from new, she has benefitted from premium annual care and it shows in every detail. The full bow cover with support pole and the complete isinglass enclosure are both in excellent condition, while the upholstery—cushions, bolsters, and seating—looks superb, underscoring the boat’s pampered life. Moored in Chatham at our marina, she’s available for private viewing by appointment.

Built on Grady-White’s renowned, 100% hand-laid SeaV2 hull, this Dual Console dayboat blends bluewater confidence with luxurious comfort for Offshore and Saltwater Fishing, family cruising, and sandbar afternoons. The hardtop, set on a painted aluminum frame, integrates a storage net, LED spreader lights, and tri-color recessed lighting (red, blue, white), plus side-mounted rod holders, outrigger plates, and front and side curtains for all-weather versatility. A walk-through tempered-glass windshield with a stainless header and windbreak door provides protection underway, complemented by a starboard wiper with washer to keep sightlines crystal clear.

At the helm, a Garmin 12-inch XSV multifunction display pairs with dome radar and a transducer for crisp navigation, fish-finding, and weather awareness. The Yamaha 6YC display delivers reliable engine data at a glance, while a Garmin VHF offers dependable communication offshore. Helm Master EX with integrated digital electric steering brings effortless precision (without joystick), and a bow thruster adds fingertip control in tight quarters. Trim tabs with position indicators help dial in the ride, and the stainless steering wheel with knob feels substantial and secure in hand. Entertainment is handled by a Fusion touchscreen stereo with AM/FM, Wi‑Fi, and Bluetooth connectivity feeding LED-lit speakers in the bow, under the hardtop, and in the cockpit—perfect for setting the tone from sunrise to sunset.

Comfort is first-class throughout. The deluxe, power-adjustable helm seat and companion bench each conceal electromechanically extending aft-facing lounges, inviting you to tailor the cockpit for cruising, dining, or casting with the touch of a button. Corian counters at both helm and companion stations elevate the yacht-like ambiance, with well-placed footrests ensuring comfort for long runs. Forward, plush port and starboard bow lounges form a welcoming social space, and an elegant fiberglass bow table sets up easily for snacks or sunset cocktails. A foldaway aft bench seat deploys when you want it and disappears when fishing or freeing deck space.

Fishing features impress seasoned anglers: a 32-gallon lit livewell with full-column distribution keeps bait lively; an insulated 185-quart aft box with light and a 118-quart starboard forward fish/ice box handle the day’s catch and provisions; and the cockpit is ready with four rod holders plus one at the transom and three horizontal racks for tidy storage. Blue LED cockpit lighting sets the mood for night runs or pre-dawn departures, while a pressurized raw-water washdown and a recessed freshwater shower simplify cleanup. Seventeen stainless drink holders stand ready throughout, and a high-density PVC rubrail with a stainless insert adds protection and polish at the dock.

The deck and hardware are built to Grady-White’s exacting standards—through-bolted 316 stainless fittings, composite stringer system and transom that are impervious to water, a nonskid fiberglass liner, and a self-bailing cockpit with four drains for quick, dry decks. Flush-mount, pull-up cleats keep lines secure and decks uncluttered. A portside cockpit door with integrated boarding ladder streamlines side access from a floating dock, while an integrated swim platform with ladder and a robust transom door complete a versatile, family-friendly layout. Anchoring is effortless with a windlass controlled at both the helm and the bow, and an anchor locker with dedicated rode storage keeps gear organized and ready.

Systems are equally well thought out. Dual batteries with individual engine switches and a convenience package with dockside power, charger, and galvanic isolator deliver reliable shore-power management. You’ll find 12V and USB charging ports for devices, international navigation lighting, and convenient flats for transducer mounting. Yamaha factory pre-rigging, aft engine flush connections, and a comprehensive integrated outboard mounting system reflect the boat’s turnkey ease of ownership.

The port console houses a true yacht-caliber head compartment: lockable for privacy, beautifully finished with a composite cherry-and-holly sole, outfitted with a sink, bulk storage, and a mirrored shelf, and equipped with an electric-flush porcelain marine head. A 10-gallon holding tank with macerator, overboard discharge (where legal), and deck pump-out offers complete flexibility, while a 20-gallon freshwater tank supports extended days on the water.

Underway, the twin Yamaha 250s deliver confident, efficient performance across a broad range of conditions. The SeaV2 variable-degree deadrise hull and tabs work together to provide a composed, dry ride, and the bow thruster, digital steering, and refined controls make close-quarters work effortless. Whether you’re threading into a tight marina, settling into a beam sea on an offshore run, or easing up to a beach for the afternoon, the Freedom 285 feels intuitive, solid, and assured.

From her gleaming Celestial Blue hull to the spotless upholstery and thoughtfully curated options, this Freedom 285 stands out as a turnkey Dual Console—equally at home as a Sportfishing platform, a Bowrider-style family Dayboat, or a refined Coastal Cruiser. With one meticulous owner, full records from delivery, and consistent professional care, she’s a rare opportunity to step aboard a Grady-White that truly needs nothing. Located in Chatham and available to see by appointment, she’s ready to elevate your season—Offshore, inshore, or anywhere your plans take you—Power, Outboard, Hardtop, Saltwater Fishing, and bluewater capable from the first turn of the key.

Description

New brokerage listing: a beautifully kept 2018 Grady-White 285 Freedom in the coveted Celestial Blue hull, powered by twin Yamaha F250 four-strokes showing 335 hours and managed by digital controls. Meticulously maintained under the Gold Package for annual service, this one-owner boat presents superbly, with a full bow cover with pole and a complete isinglass enclosure in excellent condition; cushions, bolsters, and seating all look terrific. At the helm, a Garmin 12" XSV paired with dome radar and a transducer provides confident navigation, complemented by a Yamaha 6YC gauge, a bow thruster for effortless close-quarters handling, a Fusion stereo, Bennett trim tabs with indicator light, a Garmin VHF, an electrically adjustable seat, and a full porcelain head. One owner from new with comprehensive service records available. The boat is located in Chatham at our marina and is available to view by appointment at 508-945-2030 or [email protected].

Built on Grady-White’s 100% hand-laid SeaV² hull and deck, the 285 Freedom marries capability and comfort with a deep inventory of standard features. Safety begins with two automatic bilge pumps delivering a total of 2600 gallons per hour (9842 литров в час), basic flotation, a low‑profile 316‑grade stainless‑steel bow grab rail, cockpit toe rails, water‑impervious composite stringer system and transom, a nonskid fiberglass liner, a self‑bailing cockpit with four cockpit drains, and stainless‑steel through‑hull fittings. Power and convenience run throughout the deck: a 12V accessory outlet and a 5V duplex USB port; an anchor windlass with remote switches at the helm and at the windlass; two batteries with battery‑select switches, one per engine; flush‑mount pull‑up cleats; cockpit bolsters; a recessed freshwater cockpit shower; blue LED cockpit lighting; and a portside cockpit door with boarding ladder. The helm is supported by a companion grab rail and compass, while the Convenience Package adds one battery charger and dockside power with a galvanic isolator. Practical touches abound, including a cutting board, through‑bolted 316‑grade stainless deck hardware, and seventeen stainless‑steel drink holders. Systems planning is thorough, with a factory engine pre‑rig and an engine flush system with hose attachments aft, one per engine. Insulated fish/ice boxes include a 118‑quart starboard‑forward box with overboard drain and a 185‑quart (175.1 l) aft box with light and overboard drain. Electronics integrate cleanly on a flush‑mount panel, with footrests for both helm and companion.

The robust hardtop carries a painted aluminum frame, storage net, LED spreader lights, and four tri‑colored (red, blue, white) recessed LED lights, plus side‑mounted rod holders numbering four, outrigger plates, and front and side curtains available in black or ivory. The lockable port‑side console head compartment is richly appointed with a dome light, bulk storage, mirror with shelf, composite cherry and holly sole, sink, and a marine toilet with electric flush feeding a 10‑gallon (38 l) holding tank with macerator, overboard discharge, and deck pump‑out. Performance and control are refined by hydraulic trim tabs with indicator and retractor and an integrated outboard mounting system with swim platform and ladder, all supported by international lighting. Anglers will appreciate the 32‑gallon (121.1 l) aft insulated raw‑water livewell with light, full‑column distribution inlet, and overboard drain, powered by an 1100‑GPH pump (4164 LPH), along with four cockpit rod holders and one at the transom and horizontal rod storage racks for three. Protection comes from a high‑density PVC rubrail with stainless‑steel insert, while relaxation is elevated by a deluxe companion bench with an aft‑facing electromechanically extendable lounge and Corian® countertop, a deluxe electromechanically adjustable helm seat with an electromechanically extendable aft lounge and Corian® countertop, a foldaway aft bench seat with cushion, and cushioned port and starboard bow seating. Steering is via Yamaha’s Helm Master EX® with Integrated Digital Electric Steering, supplied without joystick, paired to a 316‑grade stainless‑steel wheel with knob. Entertainment features include a waterproof touch‑screen stereo with AM/FM tuner and Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth® connectivity, with LED‑accent speakers distributed as two in the bow, two in the hardtop, and two in the cockpit. Additional details include 316‑grade stainless‑steel stern eyes, a forward anchor locker with rode storage, a lockable starboard console compartment with light, a port‑bow storage box, a fiberglass bow table, transducer mounting flats, a fiberglass transom door, a pressurized raw‑water washdown with hose, a 20‑gallon (75.7 l) freshwater tank, a walk‑through tempered‑glass windshield with stainless‑steel header and windbreak door, and a starboard‑side windshield wiper with washer.

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Propulsion

Power comes from twin Yamaha F250NCA outboards, model year 2018, each developing 250 hp, with 335 hours recorded per engine. Both engines are outboard, gasoline units.