Four Winns 278 Vista Rare With Powerful Diesel Engine

Fast Sports Family Boat
£49,995.00 (Approx US$62,660) Reduced
  • Boat REF#  ·  334207
  • Length  ·  26'7"
  • Year  ·  2008
  • Construction  ·  GRP
  • Underwater profile  ·  Planing
  • Sleeping berths  ·  4
  • Engine  ·  1 x diesel 260hp, Volvo Penta D4 260 (2008)
  • Lying  ·  River Orwell
Boatshed Suffolk
Boatshed Suffolk
Nicholas Crook

Extra Details

Designer Four Winns
Builder Four Winns
Lying River Orwell
Fuel capacity 88.0 USG Total - 1 Tanks
Water capacity 44.0 USG Total - 1 Tanks
Last survey 17/06/2022

Mechanical

Engine 1 x diesel 260hp
Engine make and model Volvo Penta D4 260 (2008)
Engine Hours Not Recorded
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering wheel
Drive stern
Prop(s) Bronze
Fuel consumption (approx) Not Recorded
Cruising speed (approx) 16 knots
Max speed (approx) 35 knots

New z Drive fitted 2023
Bow Thruster fitted

Dimensions

Length 26'7"
Beam 8'4"
Draft Min 1'8"
Draft Max 3'0"
Displacement 6,063.8lbs
Storage On marina

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 240 shore power voltage, 2 batteries charged by: engine, shore power

Construction

Construction GRP
Underwater profile Planing
Finish Gelcoat finish

Accommodation

Total # of berths 4
No. of double berths 2
Cabin(s) 2
Sink 1
Shower 1
Heads 1 heads (Sea Toilet)

1 burner paraffin Stove

Accommodation

Stove
Sink
Refrigerator
Freezer
Carpet
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Non-Smokers
Microwave

1 burner paraffin Stove

Deck Gear

Cockpit cover
Rode
Fenders
Boathook
Swim Platform
Swim Ladder
Instrument Covers
Cockpit Enclosure
Bimini
Bow Thruster

Electric windlass
1 anchors
(CQR)

Nav Equipment

Compass
Speed
Log
VHF
VHF DSC radio
Chart plotter
Stereo
Navigation lights
TV
AIS Receiver
Depth sounder

Safety Equipment

Searchlight
Horn
Swim ladder

2 bilge pumps (0 manual / 2 electric)

Broker's Comments

Four Winns Boats are well known for their Bowrider style of sports powerboats. The Four Winns 248 is cleverly designed to maximise the usable space without compromising her sleek profile.

This is a rare boat being diesel-powered by an economical 260 hp Volvo Penta engine giving a maximum speed of 35 knots. Most of the examples imported to the UK were petrol-engined versions She has been very well maintained and improved by her current owner including a replacement z drive in 2023

On deck, she has a good sized aft cockpit area with several configurations for seating or sunbathing. The helm position gives good visibility and the foredeck is accessed 'bowrider style' by folding back the windscreen section and stepping through. There is plenty of deck space forward and an electric windlass takes the hard work out of anchoring.

Below is surprisingly spacious: an aft cabin with a good sized double berth with light and ventilation. The saloon converts from seating to sleeping easily if required. She has a compact galley with a microwave, stoves, sink, and ample storage. The heads opposite are practical with an electric shower attachment to supplement the cockpit shower on the transom.

This boat is quick and powerful enough for water sports yet well equipped for longer cruises and overnighting in comfort.

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

Owners FAQ's

How long have you owned the boat for?

2 years

Why are you selling her?

Moving to larger boat

Where have you sailed her?

Suffolk & Essex coasts Norfolk Inshore rivers

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