Beneteau First 28

First 28 GTE (keelboat) – 1981

The current owner purchased it in 2023 and has undertaken several works with the aim of a fast racing/cruising program. The evolution of his project now requires him to part with it.

It is a healthy, well-maintained boat that has been regularly upgraded, ready to sail.

The First 28 is a sailboat renowned for its marine qualities: fast, balanced, and tolerant. It offers excellent sailing sensations, achieving a close-hauled speed of around 5–6 knots, while remaining accessible. Ideal for dynamic cruising as well as for local races on a manageable budget.

Recent work

New rudder (2024)

Reliable steering system (2024)

Patoras replaced (2025)

New service battery (2025)

Piano replaced (2025)

New genoa halyard (2026)

Sail inventory

2 mainsails (Dacron 3 reefs + membrane)

1 DCX genoa on roller (good condition)

1 staysail (snap shackle)

1 yellow/red symmetrical spi

1 asymmetrical spi

1 white symmetrical spi (new – optional)

Rigging and fittings

New roller furler and control

Halyards and sheets in good condition (including new genoa halyard)

Patoras with block (new)

Spinlock XAS cleats (new)

Working main and genoa winches

Spinlock stick steering (new)

Complete spi gear (spreaders, topping lift…)

Electronics & Power

New 100Ah service battery

Engine battery 70Ah (3 years)

ST2000+ autopilot

Navigational lights

Interior lighting

Instruments

Complete Raymarine package (masthead, speed, sounder, displays)

Garmin depth sounder (backup)

Safety

3 handheld lights (valid until 2029)

Survival raft (revisions needed – expired 2017)

Interior

Bultex cushions (2022)

Functional and clean layout, suitable for cruising/racing

Price: €10,900

Boat viewable by appointment.
Complete file and detailed inventory available on request.