Marketing Description
We are delighted to present this Beneteau Antares 7.8 to the market, built in 2016, this example is powered by a Suzuki DF150 TGX outboard engine with engine hours of 504. "Brighty" has been well maintained by the current and former owners and has a great spec including a Bow Thruster, Electric Anchor Windlass, Holding Tank, Raymarine Dragonfly-7 Chartplotter and Fishfinder, Full Aft Cockpit Canopy, Cockpit Sun Pad and much more. The Antares 7.8 is a versatile boat, great for family days out, fishing and coastal cruising.
Inside, the bright, airy wheelhouse hosts a U‑shaped saloon that converts into a double berth, complemented by a separate forward cabin with its own double berth and storage. The interior is accented with walnut woodwork, beige upholstery, and a galley with a Waeco fridge, sink, and a separate heads compartment with a marine toilet with a holding tank.
Berth at Weymouth Marina is available for the new owner.
Available for viewings now, please call 01305 818541
Mechanical
Suzuki DF150TGX outboard engine
Suzuki engine data screen
504 engine hours
Suzuki 6hp auxiliary outboard engine
Last serviced 2025
Side Power SE40/125S bow thruster
Benett trim tabs
Tanks
Fuel - 200l
Fresh water - 100l
Holding tank - 40l
Electrical
1x Engine start battery
1x Domestic battery
1x Bow thruster battery
12v socket at helm position
240v shore power
Battery charger
Navigation
Plastimo compass
Raymarine Dragonfly-7 Chartplotter and Fishfinder
Raymarine VHF/DSC radio
Navigation lights
Deck
Mooring lines
Fenders
Lewmar V700 electric windlass with controls at bow and helm
Anchor and chain
Cockpit canopy/Bimini
Swim ladder
Teak laid bathing platforms
Wrap around cockpit seating with sunpad infill
Fishing rod holders
Safety
2x Electric bilge pumps
Fire extinguisher
Life jackets
Accommodation
Cabin
Large double berth
Mirror
Storage cupboards
Separate heads with Jabsco sea toilet with holding tank
Seating area to port with adjustable table (Area can convert into additional double berth)
Sliding room
Adjustable bolster helm seat
Galley with sink and pressurised water with tap/showerhead and Waeco fridge
Construction
GRP hull and deck
Documentation
Bill of sale into current ownership
Previous bills of sale
Original purchase VAT invoice
Disclaimer
For a full, detailed specification with additional photographs and direct contact details for the listing office visit our website
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are made
- Sail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of age
- Fuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years old
- Standing rigging and sails are more than 10 years old
Please note that as the broker/agent, we cannot guarantee or warrant the serviceability of any safety equipment included within the inventory, including but not limited to the condition, operation, or service dates of such equipment. It is the responsibility of the buyer to thoroughly inspect and assess the condition of all safety equipment prior to purchase.
NOTE - Please ring our offices prior to visiting, as the boat may be unavailable for viewing or located at a different marina.