This Dusky 256FC is a one-of- a-kind boat. We have owned and loved this
boat for 16 years. During the 16 years, we have done many upgrades and
appropriate maintenance. You would never know by looking at this boat
that the hull is 1985. There are no soft spots or any issues at all. We
have meticulously cared for this boat in the time we have owned it. We
re-powered the motor with a 250 Yamaha in 2002, new wiring in 2016, new
batteries 2016 and new trailer tires in 2016. In 2014, we had a new
t-top custom-designed and installed. This t-top is slightly larger than
you would see on an average boat. We wanted it to provide coverage for
the entire center console. The center console was also custom-designed
and installed. You will never find another center console like this one.
We designed it ourselves and had it built and installed. The back side
of the center console is insulated as a cooler to store large fish or
use as your cooler for drinks and food. Currently, we just use as an
extra storage area. In the design, we also included a large under seat
storage area. The Dusky is truly known for its exceptional quality build
and often referred to as "a tank". This design is unique in that it
provides a large fishing platform, which could also be used for family
boating with the cushions we had custom designed for the platform area. We have got stuck in some nasty weather with this boat and it is a
solid, sturdy and one of the most reliable brands out there. In
addition, we have also placed cup holders all throughout the hull, a
nice feature when boat is loaded down with friends and family. They
advertise this boat as a 256FC but in fact it is closer to 28 feet for
those having size constraints at your dock or any other storage.
The cuddy is small but large enough to comfortably sleep 2 people. We also had cushions made for the cuddy.
The boat has a 100 gallon gas tank and we have converted the
additional 50 gallon gas tank into a freshwater wash down. Again,
something you don't see too often on any boat-50 gallons of fresh water. This boat will include the trailer. From my research this boat is 5500lbs loaded.
The only reason we are selling is we would like to get a smaller boat and we no longer go out deep sea fishing.
Electronics- There is an older GPS on the boat but you will need
to consider replacing it. There is a newer stereo/cd player with
multiple speakers throughout the entire boat including an amp. VHF radio
not included. The motor is clean and no problems.
Please note in pictures- The Garmin on the right hand side is NOT
included. This has been removed and starboard and replaced hole.
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