1980 Thames Marine Mirage 28 Bilge Keel — £12950 (ono)
Location: Deganwy Marina, North Wales
Designer: Angus Primrose
Builder: Thames Marine, UK
Keel Type: Twin Bilge Keels
Construction: GRP
Engine: Beta Marine 13.5hp Diesel
Berths: 5
LOA: 8.53 m (28 ft)
Beam: 2.95 m (9 ft 8 in)
Draft: 1.07 m (3 ft 6 in)
Overview:
This beautifully maintained Mirage 28 Bilge Keel has undergone two major refits during her current ownership and now presents in exceptional condition, ready to sail away.
Lovingly cared for and upgraded to a very high specification, she combines solid British build quality with an impressive equipment list that’s rarely found on a yacht of this size and vintage.
Currently berthed afloat at Deganwy Marina, with stunning views across to Conwy Castle, her berth can be retained by the new owner if desired.
The Mirage 28 is well known for her safe and forgiving sailing characteristics, shallow draft versatility, and surprisingly spacious interior — ideal for coastal cruising, estuary exploration, or longer passages in comfort.
Mechanical & Electrical Systems:
Beta Marine 13.5hp diesel engine — reliable and well maintained
45L stainless steel fuel tank
110L stainless steel fresh water tank
220Ah house battery bank
230V shore power system with galvanic isolator and Sterling battery charger
Solar charging system with MPPT controller
Diesel cabin heater with outlets in saloon and cockpit
Cockpit 12V power outlets and lighting
12V lighting to lockers and engine bay
Battery monitoring system with emergency parallel function
Exhaust temperature alarm with digital display and cockpit audio/visual warning
Gas alarm system with dual sensors
Navigation & Electronics:
2 x Simrad tiller pilots
NASA wind, depth, and speed instruments
Silva steering compass
Garmin GPS
AIS transponder (with separate solar-arch antenna)
AIS receiver with WiFi (for tablet navigation)
DSC VHF radio with masthead antenna and cockpit speaker
Rig & Sails:
Masthead sloop rig
New standing rigging (2022/2023)
Cruising chute (unused during current ownership)
Slab reefing mainsail and furling headsail
Rudder removed, inspected, and refitted (2023)
Accommodation:
Warm and welcoming interior with new headlinings throughout (2025)
5 berths (forward V-berth, two saloon settees, and quarter berth)
Saloon with folding table and plenty of storage
Galley with gas cooker and hob, stainless sink, and storage lockers
Heads compartment with marine cassette toilet and washbasin
Diesel heater outlets to saloon and cockpit for all-season comfort
Deck & Hull:
Bilge keels ideal for drying moorings or shallow harbours
Guard rail netting fitted
Handrails and tiller removed, treated, and resealed (2025)
Hull and keels sanded back, primed, and antifouled (2025)
New side windows (2025)
All through-hulls replaced with Trudesign composite fittings, epoxy bonded to hull (2025)
New cutlass bearing and engine mounts (2025)
New anodes (prop & engine)
Hull gelcoat repairs and boot top repainted (2025)
New mainsheet deck fittings reinforced and refitted (2025)
Prop treated with Crystal Prop (2025)
Inventory:
2.7m tender and 5hp Honda 4-stroke outboard
Fenders, warps, and mooring lines
Spare Bruce anchor with chain
Mooring kit and safety gear
Recent Major Work (2025):
Replaced coach roof balsa core in forecabin, heads, and saloon
Reinforced deck mainsheet fittings
Replaced through-hulls and seacocks with Trudesign composites
Installed new raw water filter and hoses
Cleaned and serviced heat exchanger and water pump
Installed new bilge pump in engine bay
Engine re-aligned and mounts replaced
New cutlass bearing and anodes fitted
Remarks:
This Mirage 28 is without doubt one of the finest examples currently afloat. The extensive refits and meticulous care over the last six years have created a capable, comfortable, and reliable yacht that truly wants for nothing.
Turnkey ready for her next adventure — simply step aboard and go sailing.
Asking Price: £12950.00 (offers now invited)
Location: Deganwy Marina, North Wales
Contact: Alan on 07710 392389 or sales@suresail.com
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