Boston Whaler - 285CQ - For Sale

Built by Boston Whaler, the285CQis a compactmotor yachtwith a robustfiberglass and plastic hulland a fiberglass deck, measuring 27 ft (8.23 m) LOA. Twin MERCURY outboards on unleaded fuel emphasize reliable, straightforward performance. Presented by Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Selecting a 285CQ

Choosing the right platform is easier when the fundamentals are proven. With a 27 ft / 8.23 m LOA and 2 x MERCURY outboards, the 285CQsuits owners who value easy operation, service access, and the durability of afiberglass and plastic hull. As amotor yacht, it offers practical size and capability for varied plans. Hull configuration is listed as Other.

Features of the Model

• Builder: Boston Whaler
• Model: 285CQ
• Type: motor yacht
• LOA: 27 ft (8.23 m)
• Engines: 2 x MERCURY; Type: Outboard; Fuel: Unleaded
• Hull: fiberglass and plastic; Configuration: Other
• Deck material: Fiberglass
• Representation: Shestakov Yacht Sales, broker Andrey Shestakov

Technical Specifications

• Length overall (LOA): 27 ft / 8.23 m
• Engine count: 2
• Engine manufacturer: MERCURY
• Engine type: Outboard
• Fuel: Unleaded
• Hull material: fiberglass and plastic
• Deck material: Fiberglass
• Hull configuration: Other
• Category: motor yacht

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and the best path to ownership of the 285CQbyBoston Whaler, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will help align specifications and timing to your plans and present suitable brokerage opportunities.

Questions and Answers

• Q: What type of yacht is the 285CQ? A:Category:motor yacht.Builder:Boston Whaler.
• Q: What is the length of the model? A: LOA: 27 ft (8.23 m).
• Q: What powers this yacht? A: Engines: 2 x MERCURY.Type: Outboard.Fuel: Unleaded.
• Q: What are the hull and deck materials? A: Hull material:fiberglass and plastic.Deck: Fiberglass.Hull configuration: Other.
• Q: Who can assist with pricing and purchase? A: Contact: Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales for the285CQ.

Owner Experience Review

Owners who use the 285CQfromBoston Whaleras a family weekender for 2–4 people and as a mixed fishing/pleasure dayboat consistently describe solid on‑water manners. Press tests and owner reports cite confident tracking and good seakeeping in large seas, with some calling it "incredibly stable." With twin 225–250 Verado setups, typical cruise falls in the mid‑30s mph, and the boat carries its weight well while steering positively.

Below, the cabin offers standing headroom, a practical galley and a convertible dinette that makes a double berth for short overnights, complemented by a comfortable double berth under the cockpit. Topsides, helm ergonomics and the seating layout work for both social time and fishing duty.

Prospective buyers pay attention to model‑year differences: owners note a hull update around 2008/2011, and older pre‑change boats are known to pound in chop. On aging examples, due diligence focuses on potential water‑logged flotation foam—owners recommend moisture‑meter checks, inspecting the transom for level or asymmetry and hull staining, and even weighing the boat at a truck scale. Reports also mention that foam/structural repairs can be difficult or costly, and a few owners have had poor experiences with dealer service.

Pros and Cons

• Confident seakeeping and tracking in large seas, with many calling it "incredibly stable".
• Versatile for mixed fishing and leisure, with good helm ergonomics and social seating.
• Practical for short overnights with standing headroom, a galley, a convertible dinette, and a comfortable double berth under the cockpit.
• Older, pre‑redesign hulls are known to pound in chop, so model year and hull generation matter.
• Older boats can suffer water‑logged flotation foam, requiring moisture‑meter checks, transom and hull inspection, and even a truck‑scale weigh.
• Foam/structural repairs can be difficult or costly, and some owners report poor dealer service experiences.

Comparison with Other Models