2008 Chaparral 284 Sunesta Wide-tech

For Sale with Luxury Boat Sales QLD

This 2008 Chaparral 284 Sunesta Wide-tech is a large, versatile premium bowrider, perfectly suited to Broadwater cruising, entertaining and relaxed day boating. Renowned for its spacious layout, quality construction and impressive performance, the 284 Sunesta offers the comfort of a deck boat with the handling and finish Chaparral is known for.

Powered by a Volvo Penta 8.1L V8 producing 420HP with approximately 280 hours, this vessel delivers strong, effortless performance. The engine has new manifolds and risers and has been fully serviced, providing confidence and reliability for the next owner.

Key Features & Highlights

  • Volvo Penta 8.1L V8 – 420HP

  • Approx. 280 engine hours

  • Mercury SmartCraft digital gauge display for engine data and monitoring

  • Exhaust on switch – quiet cruising or aggressive note at the touch of a button

  • Garmin GPS with chart plotter and sounder

  • Large electric folding rear sunbed

  • Electric sliding helm seat

  • Ski pole integrated into the Targa top

  • Two removable table locations – bow and rear entertaining areas

  • Built-in BBQ and sink

  • Large enclosed toilet compartment

  • Quality sound system with rear cockpit stereo controls

  • Rear sterndrive control – ideal for close beach or swim-up manoeuvring

  • Underwater lights for evening ambience

  • Swim ladder and Seadeck flooring on rear swim platform

  • Large storage lockers throughout for water toys, fenders and gear

Storage & Protection

  • Full storage cover to protect the interior and upholstery

  • Lives on Air Dock with no antifoul, keeping the hull out of the water (Available at additional cost)

Specifications

  • Length Overall (LOA): Approx. 8.6 m (28.4 ft)

  • Beam: Approx. 2.74 m (9 ft)

  • Draft: Approx. 0.53 m (drive up) / 0.91 m (drive down)

  • Fuel Capacity: Approx. 416 litres

  • Water Capacity: Approx. 83 litres

The Chaparral 284 Sunesta is widely regarded as one of the best large bowriders in its class, offering exceptional seating, clever entertaining spaces and family-friendly functionality. Whether cruising the Broadwater, entertaining friends or enjoying time at anchor, this vessel is a turn-key day boat that will impress.

A rare opportunity to secure a well-maintained, low-hour Chaparral with premium features.

 

For further details or to arrange a private inspection, contact Luxury Boat Sales QLD today.

For further information or to book a private inspection, please contact Luxury Boat Sales QLD. Inspection will not disappoint.

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Luxury Boat Sales QLD offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of the information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. Buyers are encouraged to undertake their own inspections and/or engage qualified marine surveyors to verify details to their satisfaction. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Specification

Designer
  • Chaparral
Builder
  • Chaparral
Water (Potable) Capacity (l)
  • 83L l
Hull Construction Material
  • Fibreglass
Hull Type
  • Mono
Deck Construction Material
  • Fibreglass
Country Origin
  • America
Length (feet)
  • 28.4FT feet
Length (m)
  • 8.64M m
Beam/Width (feet)
  • 9FT feet
Beam/Width (m)
  • 2.74M m
Draft (m)
  • 0.99M m
Draft (feet)
  • 3.3FT feet
Dry Weight (kgs)
  • 2,903KG kgs
Number of Helms
  • 1
Colour
  • Black
Engine Notes
  • Low Hours, Well Maintained, through hull exhaust on switch
Number Of Engines
  • 1 x Volvo 8.1L V8 420HP
Stroke
  • 4 Stroke
Engine Hours
  • 283
Horse Power (hp)
  • 420HP
Drive Type
  • Stern Drive
Fuel Type
  • Petrol
Number of Fuel Tanks
  • 1 x 420L
Fuel Tank Capacity (L)
  • 420L l
Propeller
  • Stainless Steel Duo Prop
Steering System
  • Hydraulic
Number of Showers
  • 1x Deck Shower
Shower Type
  • Electric Freshwater Hot/Cold
Number of Toilets
  • 1
Toilet Type
  • Electric Macerator
Galley Notes
  • Great Practical Layout for social entertaining. Large storage areas, 1 x Table that can be mounted at the Bow or Stern seating areas. Electric Rear sun lounge, electric front seat slide.
Stove
  • Stainless BBQ
Number of Sinks
  • 1
Entertainment and Appliances Notes
  • Marine Sound System, BBQ, Sink, Toilet, Rear Deck Shower
Anchor / Winch
  • Manual Anchor
Bilge Pump
  • Yes
Deck Gear
  • Rear Electric Sun Lounge, Front Electric Seat Slide, 2 x Table Locations, Sink, Toilet, BBQ
Electrics
  • Garmin GPS, Stereo System, Underwater Lights, Mercury Smart Craft Gauges
Electronics Navigation
  • Garmin GPS Sounder/Chart Plotter, VHF Radio, Compass
Covers
  • Full Storage Cover
Safety Gear
  • Basic Safety items included
GPS
  • Garmin GPS
Number of Fish Finders
  • 1 x Garmin
Has Navigation Lights
  • Yes
Radio
  • Yes
Remarks
  • Good Condition for age, Air Dock available for additional cost
Availability
  • Immediate
Anti-foul
  • No - Can Come with Air Dock for additional cost

Engine 1

Engine Make Volvo 8.1L V8 420HP
Engine Hours 283
Displacement 8100
Horse Power 420
Fuel Type Petrol
Drive Type Sterndrive
Steering Hydraulic
Stroke 4-Stroke
Fuel Capacity 420
Service History Very Good - New Manifolds & Risers
Propeller Duo Prop