Grady White Chase 263
If you're looking for the ultimate fishing boat, this is the vessel for you.
Powered by dual Yamaha 200s that rarely skip a beat, which are serviced every 50-70 hours, and are well-maintained.
Onboard at the helm sits a 2-and-a-half-year-old Garmin GPSMAP 8412xsv, which is connected to an Airmar B265LM Transducer fibreglassed to the aft underside of the boat.
The sounder has a range of up to 1000 metres; the 1000-metre mark has not been fished yet, but this machine is very capable of hitting these depths without any trouble at all.
The boat also includes an onboard toilet in the cabin. With storage pockets inside to hold lifejackets, tackle, flares and safety gear.
Up front sits 2 fish bins which can hold catch up to 1.4 meters long or hold up to 10 bags of ice each.
In front of this sits a chain well that leads to a bow sprit with an anchor attached, all controlled from a button push at the helm.
The T top bimini is covered with new canvas and also includes 2 outriggers for those more adventurous days searching for large pelagics or billfish.
Under the bimini, there is room for clears to be attached to the frame to keep salt spray from drenching your fishing crew.
Behind the helm sits a live well tank, all controlled by a button at the captain's station, which drains easily from the bilge, and there is also a live well tank in the rear port.
The aft deck has a huge fishing space to easily accommodate up to 11 fishermen if you're game to drop that many lines in.
With new dual batteries that run the 2 motors and also all the electronics at the helm, these will crank the 400 horses with reliability and ease.
This Beautiful 26-foot vessel sits atop a solid dual-axle KTH-engineered trailer with brake electrics and could not hold this boat any better.
It looks solid, feels solid and drives very well on the freeway as well.
The Grady White 263 has incredible storage for rods, including 8 holders behind and above the captain's seat.
And also 4 each on port and starboard side gunwales.
With hatches that open in front of these to hold large gaffs and lengthy fishing gear down the inside of the hull, this makes it safer for all walking on board.
This boat is an ultimate Fishing vessel, Known for its sturdy build, deep V hull, and versatility--great for both serious offshore fishing and day cruising. Owners consistently praise its seaworthiness, ride quality, and thoughtful layout.
This 2001 Grady White Chase 263 is a well-built, trailerable centre console that delivers both comfort and offshore capability.
Its design, performance, and reputation make it a strong candidate for both serious anglers and family outings. Fuel efficiency and handling earn particularly high praise.