A very well-maintained Bayliner 265 “Cranky Plumber” built in 2004 is for sale. The boat was imported directly from the USA and has been used exclusively for private purposes since then. It is in impressive, well-maintained condition, both technically and visually. It was first launched in 2004 and underwent a refit in 2021. Since 2010, the engine and all technical maintenance have been carried out annually, which means that the boat is now in first-class condition. The low number of operating hours can also be explained by the fact that the boat was mainly used as a summer mooring and rarely set out on longer trips. The “Cranky Plumber” is currently moored in Wesenberg (Germany) and is ready for immediate use.
With a length of 8.10 m, a width of 2.87 m, and a draft of 0.80 m, the Bayliner 265 offers ideal dimensions for comfortable weekend and vacation trips. Weighing around 2,800 kg and featuring a fiberglass planing hull, it combines stability, safety, and superior handling characteristics. The CE category C allows for trips in coastal waters, and up to six people can safely ride on board.
The boat is powered by a powerful MerCruiser 5.7L V8 inboard engine with 253 hp, built in 2004. The engine has only 300 operating hours (as of November 29, 2025) and has been regularly serviced, most recently in 2025. Equipped with dual-circuit cooling, electric starter, Z-drive, and stainless steel DuoProp propeller, the engine is reliable, powerful, and efficient. A bow thruster makes precise maneuvering in tight harbors much easier, while the comfortable single-lever control allows for intuitive control.
The technical equipment includes a 320-liter stainless steel fuel tank, a stainless steel fresh water tank, and a plastic waste tank with a fill level indicator. Inside, you will find a generous headroom of 2.10 m. The cabin offers a total of four berths, a hand pump toilet, a shower, and a well-equipped galley with refrigerator, electric hob, microwave, and sink. This makes the Bayliner 265 ideal for both short and multi-day trips.
Navigation equipment includes a Garmin GPS, chart plotter, echo sounder, compass, speed indicator, tachometer, rudder angle indicator, and navigation lights. The radio is currently not operational and is not registered in Germany. The electrical equipment includes two batteries (starter and consumer battery), a charger, a 220 V shore power connection, a generator, a pressurized water system, and an electric windlass with a plow anchor. Two electric bilge pumps, a bilge alarm, trim tabs with display, underwater paint, windshield wipers, and deck lighting complete the equipment.
Entertainment is provided by a radio, DVD player, CD player, TV, and cockpit speakers. The deck equipment includes a bathing platform with stern door and bathing ladder, a bimini top, a cockpit cover, a cockpit table, guard rails, boat hook, mooring lines, and six fenders. The safety equipment includes fire extinguishers, lifebuoys, life jackets, foghorn, and a valid CE certificate.
Overall, the Bayliner 265 “Cranky Plumber” presents itself as a very well-maintained, well-equipped cabin boat with a powerful engine. The combination of American build quality, high living comfort, modern technology, and extremely low engine hours makes this offer particularly attractive for boat enthusiasts who are looking for a high-quality recreational boat that is ready for immediate use.
