Grand Banks 46 Europa - Stabilzed three cabin luxury passagmaker


Having recently been involved in the sale of one of these beauties, I am pleased to offer another chance to step onboard a Grand Banks. The heritage of the brand speaks for itself. In most cruising grounds around the world, you will spot a Grand Banks, and for good reason. Owners trust them for serious coastal passages, and the classic lines with varnished exterior details still turn heads wherever they cruise.

'Spindrift' was purchased by her current owners on the east coast, where they explored countless standout destinations before continuing through the Kimberley and on to WA. Settle her into a steady displacement cruise and, with the Naiad stabilisers engaged, she becomes a genuinely comfortable long-range cruiser. If you want a proven boat for extended trips rather than just weekend use, this is the kind of platform that makes it easy to say yes to the next destination.

The Grand Banks is a true gentleman's cruiser, and the Europa layout is a major reason why. The practical one-level living area is bright and open thanks to large panoramic windows, the side helm door makes moving between helm and decks quick and safe, and proper stairs to the flybridge, not a ladder, are a real advantage on a vessel of this size.

For a family or two keen to spend time at our lcoal Rottnest Island then the GB 46 layout is a stand out.

Accommodation starts with a forward master stateroom finished in satin varnished timber planks and trims. It includes a private ensuite and four opening ports for excellent cross ventilation. There is ample headroom throughout, and the hull shape helps reduce hull slap, making this cabin a genuine retreat for a good night's sleep.

Two guest cabins provide single berths for four in total, supported by a shared bathroom with wet head. When you have extra family or friends aboard, the saloon's extendable lounge adds practical overflow accommodation without compromising the main living space.

With air conditioning, a watermaker, and ample refrigeration, extended stays afloat are not just possible, they are already well proven on this boat. If you are considering longer cruising but worry about comfort and self-sufficiency, 'Spindrift' is set up to remove those objections.

Visibility from the lower helm is excellent. When the weather is fine or you are picking your way through unfamiliar waters, the flybridge adds another superb vantage point and a relaxed entertaining area. Inspect 'Spindrift' now and put your cruising plans into action.

If range is what you're after, at 8.3 knots she burns as little as 22 litres per hour from the 450HP Caterpillar engines, giving her a range of over 800 nautical miles. To put that in perspective, that's roughly Fremantle to Exmouth. Activate the Naiad stabilisers, and you can cruise in excellent comfort. If you need to get home in a hurry, open the throttles and she will reach 17 to 18 knots.

Mechanically, Spindrift has been well cared for by Marmino Marine. In 2025, more than $30,000 was invested in engine maintenance, including servicing the cooling systems on the main engines and genset.

To make Spindrift more user friendly, her owners modified the transom walkthrough and increased the swimboard size making it large enough for a deck chair or two.


Hull #275
Features Include:
* Optioned with larger engines
* Sea Recovery watermaker
* Naiad Marine Stabilisers
* Maretron systems monitoring
* Three cabins and two bathroom layout
* Antifouled and Propseed recently applied - Feb 2026

Contact:
Brendon Grieve
Peter Milner
Renee Noack

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Region
Western Australia
Location
Perth Area Motoryachts Unlimited | South Fremantle WA
Reference
MU3404 Grand Banks 46 GX035
Usage
Family, Leisure, Cruising
Launch Year
2005
Hull
Fibreglass/GRP
HIN
GNDF0275J405
Rego
GX035
Designer
Grand Banks Yachts
Builder
Grand Banks Yachts
Length
46' - 14.02m
Beam
4.55 M / (14' 11")
Draft
1.35 M / (4' 5")
Displacement
Approx 19,487 KG
Deck Material
Teak and fibreglass
Engine Make
Caterpillar
Engine
Twin Caterpillar 3126 Dual helms stations with electronic controls
Number Engines
2
Horsepower
2 x 450HP
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
Approx
2nd Engine Hrs
Approx
Fuel Consumption
22 litres per hour at 8.3 knots
Max Speed
18 knots
Cruise Speed
8 to 12
Propulsion
Twin direct shaft drives with 4 blade props
Thrusters
Sidepower bow thruster
Genset
Onan 9.5KVA - Approx 3450 hours
Fuel
2,271 L (approx)
Water
1,045L (approx)
Accommodation
Forward master with ensuite and queen island berth
Port side cabin with two side by side single berths
Starboard side cabin with bunk beds
Saloon lounge also converts to an additional single berth
Cabins
2
Berths
6
Galley
Dishwasher drawer
Eutectic refrigeration
Gaggenau Microwave oven
Gaggenau 4 hob gas stove
Stove
Gaggenau 4 hob gas stove
Water Maker
Sea Recovery Aqua Whisper watermaker
Hotwater System
Kuuma 75L storage electric hot water system
Shower
Two shower stalls plus transom shower
Toilet
2 x Sealand Vacuflush systems with black water holding tank
Entertainment
Fusion stereo to flybridge
Air Conditioning
Ducted Dometic reverse cycle airconditioning
Dinghy
Hyfield aluminium RIB - GB49TEN
Outboard
Honda outboard
Ground Tackle
Lofrans Tigres 1200w 12V electric windlass
Ultra 35KG Stainless Steel spade anchor
Electrics
Victron 12V / 3000w/ 240V Inverter
Whirlpool clothes washer / dryer
Electronics
Raymarine MFD on flybridge
2 x Raymarine ST70 screens
Raymarine VHfF Marine Radio
Deck Gear
Stainless steel BBQ
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Remarks
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