Mariner 2800 Flybridge A GENUINE TESTAMENT TO LONGEVITY

Nearly four decades on the water and Bindi is still going strong. This Mariner 2800 Flybridge is proof of just how well these boats are built. Mariner earned its reputation on solid, no-nonsense construction and practical layouts, and this 1987 example shows exactly why that reputation has stood the test of time. This isn't a project boat, she's ready to cruise, with genuine documented history behind her.

This particular boat has a story worth telling. She spent decades in the care of one family, cruising the Broadwater and up to Peel Island, clearly a much-loved and well-used boat, not one left to sit. Rather than being traded in, she was invested in: a full professional repower with a Volvo Penta D4-260 diesel and DPH stern drive package, carried out by Euromarine and featured in their own published case study (attached to this listing as a pdf). The repower included electronic controls and a 7-inch glass cockpit multifunction display, and on relaunch she was cruising comfortably at 22 knots at 2800 revs with a 30 knot top speed, genuinely a strong performance for a boat of this style, with less fuel consumption.

The current owners took her on in late 2024 and have continued that same standard of care: new clears and covers, a new stainless steel BBQ, the engine and drive leg freshly serviced, with antifoul completed in July 2026. This is a boat that's had the money and care spent on her that most 1987 Mariners on the market simply haven't.

HULL & HANDLING
The wide beam delivers a stable, confidence-inspiring ride whether you're out for the day or away for a longer stretch, while the moderate draft opens up shallower waters other boats can't reach. It's a hull that's been designed with cruising in mind, practical, forgiving, and easy to handle at both the upper and lower helms.

FLYBRIDGE
The flybridge is one of this boat's standout features, offering commanding views over the water and generous additional space for outdoor seating and controls.

LOWER HELM
For when the weather turns, the sheltered lower helm station offers excellent visibility and protected control.

ACCOMMODATION
Sleeps 4-6 in comfort, with a convertible double forward V-berth and a convertible dinette giving you options for family or guests.

INTERIOR
Built for those extended days on the water, a functional galley, toilet, shower and storage.

LIVEABOARD APPEAL
With enough room and amenities on board, this is a boat that some owners happily live aboard for extended periods, a testament to just how well thought out the layout really is for a boat of this size.

IDEAL USE
Equally at home on a weekend getaway or a longer coastal cruise, this is a boat that suits families and recreational boaters looking for an affordable, versatile cruiser that won't let them down.

KEY FEATURES & UPGRADES

Repower to Volvo Penta D4-260 diesel with DPH stern drive (Euromarine)
Electronic engine controls with 7-inch glass cockpit display
Cruises at 22 knots @ 2800 revs, 30-knot top speed
New lower helm chair
New clears and covers
New stainless steel BBQ
Engine and drive leg freshly serviced
Antifoul completed July 2026
GPS
Depth sounder
New Highfield inflatable dinghy (2024)
Bow thruster installed (2022)
Stainless steel duckboard railing installed (2022)
Deltec 12V 200Ah battery (2024)
Delkor MF120 battery (2024)

Vessels of this vintage rarely come with this kind of documented history and a properly engineered repower behind them -- most Mariners of this age on the market today need real work before they're ready to cruise. This one doesn't. At $85,000, she represents genuine value for a boat that's been well maintained by all her owners.

Bindi is listed exclusively through Waypoint Boat Sales, where the process is refreshingly straightforward. Waypoint works directly with owners - meaning when you make an inspection booking, you're dealing with the people who know the vessel best, not a third party. Expect honest answers, genuine enthusiasm, and none of the usual broker runaround. Just honest professional guidance for both seller and buyer. The Waypoint Way. Dealer Website

Disclaimer - All honesty is taken into consideration when collecting and complying the inventory and specification of this vessel and it is offered in good faith; however we take no responsibility as to its accuracy. Prospective Purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of this information by their own inspection, or engage a Marine Survey.