CRUISECRAFT EXPLORER 685  

John Crawford Marine offers the maxi trailer boat buyer a rare opportunity to own a one owner since new, freshly serviced Cruise Craft 685 Explorer powered by a Suzuki 250Hp four stroke and trailered on a 2020 Redco Alloy I Beam trailer.

Unquestionably, Cruise Craft have raised the bar to unpresented levels with their range of locally made Explorer models. This hull is still in production today and now called the EX720 Explorer. The attention to detail and the factories fit out are class leading and it's easy to see why these sensational boats demand the price they do - they just work!

This is a one owner package that was purchased new in November 2010, lovingly maintained, and stored undercover when not in use. The boat has provided the family numerous trips and memories, notably the stand outs were the township of 1770 and heading to the outer reefs exploring, fishing, snorkelling and overnighting aboard in comfort.

As the photos try and showcase, every nook and cranny has a purpose and reason in its design for either fishing or comfort. Further, the package boasts an armoury of electronics, features and a late model trailer.

Powered by a Suzuki 250Hp DF250 EFI four stroke that is a perfect power plant for this hull delivering excellent acceleration and fuel economy. The engine has recorded a computer ECU verified 449 hours. Hours are almost a by gone discussion when they are known for 1,000's of hours of trouble-free motoring. The engine spins a stainless steel prop, steering is light with hydraulic steering system fitted and range is assured with a 300l under floor fuel tank.

JCM workshop have completed the annual engine service prior to listing and the Suzuki is further backed with a BIA engine warranty for purchasers' further confidence.

The family is not forgotten with an array of creature comforts, including a marine toilet, sliding cabin privacy door, large screen DVD player, large cabin v-berth with the infill, comfortable seating throughout and over sun protection with the extension cockpit slide out awning and a cockpit storm cover. Dual Cruise Craft 110L fiberglass eskies offer plenty of volume for the fish or food and drinks and these neatly stow under the mid ship seating.

The angler in the family will love the cockpit - this is where the Cruise Craft Explorer shines with a beautifully designed and finished area, underfloor fish kill bins, fold up the rear lounge, fill the recirculating live bait tank with livies, spread the lures with the Reelax game trolling poles, get the rods away that aren't being used in the overhead rod storage rack atop the hardtop and keep the area clean with the salt water deck wash and or wash your hand with the concealed tap under the cutting board.......

We all desire and dream about having a dash of quality electronics, this 685 Explorer is fitted with an armoury of Garmin electronics inc a 12" touch screen Garmin screen, Garmin Radar, Garmin Autopilot, Furuno FCV585 sounder, GME stereo and VHF radio are installed. Anchoring is simple as the boat has Lewmar Pro Series anchor winch installed and to help with lateral trim Lenco trim tabs are fitted.

Accessories and features include:

Garmin GPSMAP Call Now " touch screen GPS/Sounder
Garmin Radar system
Garmin GHC10 Autopilot system
Furuno FCV585 colour screen sounder
GME GCOM VHF radio and aerial
GME stereo and Grundig LCD TV/DVD player
Lenco electric trim tabs / Reelax Game fishing outriggers
Lewmar Pro Series anchor winch and Sarca #3 kit
Seastar hydraulic steering system fitted
2 x 110l Cruise Craft Fiberglass eskies
Dual batteries and isolation switching
Overhead stainless steel rod holders and bimini frame
Retractable / Extension cockpit slide out awning
Front and side clears / Cockpit storm cover
Cruise Craft bait prep table with handwash tap
Approx 300l underfloor fuel tank
Plumbed live bait tank / Salt water deck wash
Fresh water bladder approx. 60l
Bow and stern SS telescopic boarding ladders
Upholstered bunk cushions / Cabin sliding door
Alloy I Beam trailer with Hydrastar braking system
Stainless steel "Catch-n-Latch" trailer lock
Fulton trailer winch and jockey wheel
Matching alloy spare trailer wheel
And so much more............

Trailering.

Trailering is made simple as the rig sits atop a fully JCM workshop serviced (prior to listing for sale) 2020 built Redco Alloy I Beam framed TA730T-EH multi roller trailer. This trailer has the Cruise Craft roller upgrade and will allow the experienced kipper to drive on /off at the ramp. Further making this process easy is the stainless steel boat "Latch-n-Catch" fitted for added convenience!

A matching spare wheel and bracket is included and the reassurance of 4 wheel electric over hydraulic braking system is installed.

Like all trailers sold through John Crawford Marine they are workshop serviced / repaired and adjusted where needed to ensure Roadworthy compliance and your towing confidence. You don't get this buying privately!

What more can be said, make an appointment to come down to JCM and spend some time aboard, this won't last long!

Did you know JCM offers our buyers the re-assurances outlined below?

o Pre- sale mechanical reports are completed
o Buying from an established dealer that has lead the Used Boat market for over 60 years!
o Sold with an on water orientation on collection (Mon-Fri)
o Sold with a workshop backed trailer/hull and motor.
o Guaranteed title and certificates supplied.
o Qld buyers - have the remaining registrations transferred into your name and fees paid!
o Insurance and Finance available
o Trade-ins considered

If you aren't receiving this level of service, ask why not?

About Us...

Since 1964 we have been buying, consigning and selling only the best range of quality used trailer boats, that's right, we are celebrating our 60th year in 2024!
For guaranteed personal service, call us to avoid the traps of a private purchase or from an Auction and read why John Crawford Marine leads the Used Boat Trailer market with our bespoke listings.

At JCM, the advertised price includes our industry leading reputation for our pre-sale du-diligence reporting, ensuring we only on-sell warranted and simply the best quality pre-owned trailer boats.

Other benefits include the supply of the PPSR certificates to guarantee title, transfer balance of engine warranties, complete the administration and pay the associated fees to transfer the balance of QLD registration on the hull for Qld buyers and back our outboards with a Boating Industry Association warranty.

As part of the delivery process, enjoy the confidence as we share our knowledge on the "how to's" and some boats are offered with "on water" tuition and some with a "dry" handover to assist you in familiarising yourself with your boat.

Do you have a trade in / thinking of financing and need insurance - talk to the team!

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