Mirage 28
- Boat Name:
- Dawn Treader
- Year:
- 1980
- Condition:
- Used
- Length:
- 28ft 3in
- Beam:
- 9ft 2in
- Draft:
- 3ft 6in
- Hull Material:
- Fibreglass/GRP
- Engine:
- Beta Marine
- Engine Model:
- B20
- Total Power:
- 20HP
- Fuel Type:
- Diesel
- Location:
- Brighton Marina
Boat Overview
For Sale: 1980 Mirage 28 | Bilge Keel Cruiser | Beta Marine Diesel (2014) | Brighton Marina
A fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-presented Mirage 28, a proven and popular family cruising yacht, ideal for those looking to take their first steps into sailing.
Well regarded for their solid build, forgiving handling, and practical layout, the Mirage 28 remains a go-to choice for buyers seeking an affordable and dependable cruiser.
⚓ Key Feature – Bilge Keel Versatility
Fitted with bilge keels, this yacht offers excellent flexibility:
- Ability to take the ground safely
- Access to drying harbours and tidal moorings
- Greater ease and lower cost of ownership
Ideal for UK coastal cruising and exploring areas less accessible to fin keel yachts.
⚙️ Engine & Mechanical
A major advantage of this vessel is the Beta Marine diesel engine (2014):
- Modern and reliable
- More efficient than original engines
- Reduced maintenance concerns
Paired with shaft drive, this setup offers simplicity and durability.
🛏️ Accommodation
Comfortable and practical for her size, offering:
- 5 berths across 2 cabins
- Separate heads compartment
- Functional galley
- Well-laid-out saloon space
Perfect for weekends away, family sailing, or learning the ropes.
Lying Brighton Marina Contact Brighton Boat Sales today to arrange a viewing
Boats in this size and price range with upgraded engines are always in demand.
Early viewing is recommended.
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General
- Bilge keels
- Beta Marine B20 (2014)
- 5 Berths in 2 cabins
- V-Berth forward
- 2 x Settee berths in saloon
- Quarter berth in saloon
- Separate heads with sea toilet
- 240v Shorepower
- Battery charger
- Solar panel
- Fire extinguisher
- Fire blanket
- Manual anchor winch
- Anchor, warps & fenders
- Cockpit sprayhood (2024)
- Navigation lights
- Bilge pump
- Berth available in Brighton Marina
Galley
- Gas cooker with grill & oven
- Cold water pumped system
- Storage
Navigation
- Plastimo compass
- Clipper duet speedo/depth
- Standard Horizon Eclipse DSC VHF
- Navman windspeed
Sails
- Masthead Sloop
- Stainless steel standing rigging (age unknown)
- Teryene running rigging (age unknown)
- Slab mailsail reefing
- Furling headsail
- 2 x Lewmar 28 self-tailing sheet winches
- 2 Lewmar halyard winches
- Main, genoa & spare sail wardrobe
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