



Overview
Hinds Taylor Yacht Brokers are proud to present ‘Blue Magic’, a solid example of the ever-popular Beneteau Antares 8, combining practical cruising ability with comfortable accommodation and dependable performance. Powered by a reliable Nanni T4-200 inboard diesel engine, she offers smooth and economical cruising, complemented by a 4-blade bronze propeller, rope cutter, hydraulic steering, and bow thruster for easy manoeuvrability.
Designed with both coastal and inland cruising in mind, ‘Blue Magic’ is well equipped with Raymarine navigation electronics including GPS/chartplotter, depth sounder, fishfinder, and DSC VHF radio. Her spacious cockpit features ample seating, a convertible sunbed/table arrangement and sliding sunroof, making her an ideal boat for entertaining or extended weekends on the water.
Below deck, the accommodation is bright and practical, offering comfortable sleeping arrangements with a double cabin and convertible saloon berth, alongside a well-equipped galley, hot and cold pressurised water system, fridge, and separate head compartment with shower. With shore power, immersion heating, twin batteries, and a range of onboard comforts, ‘Blue Magic’ presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a versatile and well-maintained cruiser ready for her next owner to enjoy.
Price:
£43,950
Hull Material:
GRP
Displacement:
2785 kg
Boat Model/Make:
Beneteau Antares 8
Boat Details
Year Built:
2009
Max Speed:
20 kts
Cruising Speed:
15 kts
Max Speed:
20 kts
Engine HP:
200 HP
Engine Hours:
500
LAO (metres):
7.7 m
Boat Size:
25 ft 4 in
Beam:
9 ft 7in
Draft:
2 ft 3 in
Fuel Capacity:
300 l
Water Capacity:
100 l
Holding Tank:
-
Location
Lowestoft, UK
Full Specs, Equipment and Information
Engine:
- Nanni T4 – 200 Inboard
- 4-blade Bronze Prop
- Rope Cutter on 40mm Shaft
Navigation:
- Nav Lights
- Nav Instruments
- Clock and Barometer
- Raymarine A60 GPS/Chartplotter
- Depth Sounder
- Fishfinder
- DSM25/Airmar B744v Transducer
- RAY49E DSC VHF
Electronics:
- Bow Thruster with Dedicated Battery
- Twin Batteries
- Hot and Cold Pressurised Water System
- Hot Water – Engine and / or Immersion Heater.
- Shore Power Connection
- Shore Power Cable
- 240v System
- Battery Charger
- 16” Flat Screen TV
Inside Equipment:
- Double Cabin and Double Conversion in Saloon
- Seating with Saloon Table
- Stainless Steel Sink (Hot and Cold)
- Fridge
- Head
- Wash Basin (Hot and Cold)
- Shower with Electric Pump Out
Outside Equipment:
- Hydraulic Steering System (Manual Backup)
- Sliding Sun Roof
- Cockpit Seating
- Cockpit Table (Sunbed Conversion)
- Swim Platform
- Rails
- Fenders
Covers:
- All Over Cockpit Canopy
- Cockpit Seat Cushions
- External Window Cover
Safety Equipment:
- Electric Bilge Pump.
- Fire Extinguisher.
- Fire Blanket
Additional Information:
Engine Serviced: Dec 2025
Timing Belt Replaced: Feb 2026
Antifouled: 2022
Anodes: 2022
Disclaimer
Hinds Taylor Yacht Brokers 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. Any buyer should instruct his or her agent, or their surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
