1987 Bayliner 2855 contessa For Sale — 28ft in Burnham, IL

Asking price: $6,000

Location: Burnham, IL

Turn heads on the water with "Under Pressure," a well-maintained 1987 Bayliner 2855 Contessa ready for weekend escapes or coastal cruising. This 28-foot fiberglass express offers a comfortable V-berth, enclosed head, galley with stove and sink, cockpit dinette, and sleeps four—perfect for family trips. Powered by a reliable MerCruiser 5.7L V8 stern drive (approx. 1,500 hrs), she cruises at 20 knots and tops near 30 knots. Features include swim platform with ladder, cockpit canvas/enclosure, stereo, ample storage and rod holders—ideal for fishing or entertaining. Located in Burnham, IL; priced at $6,000. Schedule a showing today and make her yours.

Specifications

Year: 1987
Builder: Bayliner
Model: 2855 contessa
Length: 28 ft
Beam: 10.5 ft
Draft: 2.5 ft
Cabins: 1
Heads: 1
Sleeps: 4
Engines: 1x MerCruiser 5.7L V8 (stern drive) gasoline
Engine hours: 1500
Fuel type: Gasoline
Hull material: Fiberglass
Condition: Good

Features

V-berth forward cabin
Enclosed head with marine toilet
Galley with sink and stove
Cockpit seating and dinette
Swim platform with ladder
Cockpit canvas/enclosure
Stereo system
Ample storage and rod holders

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