The Oyster 485, introduced in 1993, stands as a hallmark of the collaboration between Oyster Marine and the naval architects at Holman & Pye. Designed to fill the niche for a powerful, medium-displacement blue water cruiser that could be handled comfortably by a couple, the 485 served as a refined successor to the Oyster 46. During its production run from 1993 to 2002, approximately 35 hulls were launched, solidifying its reputation as a balanced offshore vessel. It represents a stylistic bridge in the builder’s history, retaining the rugged "go-anywhere" DNA of earlier models while introducing the more streamlined deck saloon profile that would define the brand for the following three decades. Detailed technical specifications and the model’s lineage are maintained by the builder on the official Oyster 485 Heritage Page.
Used Oyster 485 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Oyster
- Model
- 485
- Builder
- Oyster Marine
- Designer
- Homann & Pyle
- Number Built
- 36
- Production Year(s)
- 1992 - 2002
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