The Beneteau First 285 represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of the modern production performance cruiser. Launched in the mid-1980s as a successor to the highly successful First 28 and First 29, the 285 was designed by the prolific Jean-Marie Finot of Groupe Finot. It was engineered to offer a competitive edge in club racing while providing an interior volume previously unthinkable in a vessel under 30 feet. The design philosophy prioritized a powerful hull form with a relatively wide beam carried well aft, a signature of Finot’s work that redefined how sailors perceived the relationship between speed and stability. According to the Beneteau Group’s historical archives, the model was produced between 1986 and 1992, serving as a gateway for families who wanted a "lively" boat that didn't sacrifice the creature comforts of a larger yacht.
Used Beneteau First 285 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Beneteau
- Model
- First 285
- Builder
- Beneteau
- Designer
- Group Finot
- Number Built
- 451
- Production Year(s)
- 1985 - 1993
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