28' Bayliner 2859

eetgar

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Friends,

I am interested in purchasing a used 28' Bayliner Ciera Classic. There are in my market two for sale. One is a 1992 that is powered with a 260HP Mercruiser 5.7/V8 Bravo, and the other is a 1993 powered with a 310HP Mercruiser 7.4 Liter.
I read somewhere that the Ciera might be underpowered with the Mercruiser 5.4 engine. I'll appreciate much any one who can share their knowledge of this boat, and their recommendation.
 
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NYBo

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Re: 28' Bayliner 2859

Welcome to iBoats!

I have no personal experience with these boats, but the usual wisdom is that these boats are marginal with the 5.7. If you plan on running with a heavy load (lots of people and stuff), the 7.4 is a much better bet.

Either way, you should sea trial both.
 
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