Monterey 250 CR

TBS Hamble present this well-equipped pocket cruiser that punches well above her 8.23m length, this 2006 Monterey 250 pairs the model's practical, big-boat layout with the reassurance of a single Yanmar diesel, a genuinely appealing combination for anyone who wants cruiser comfort without the running costs of twin petrol sterndrives.

Monterey's 250 range built a strong reputation for fitting more accommodation into its footprint than its size would suggest, and this example is no exception.

Below deck she offers a converted saloon sleeping two, with a fit-out that favours easy living aboard: an induction hob, microwave, fridge and sink make her genuinely self-sufficient for a weekend or a week away, while the one-pump Jabsco manual heads and holding tank keep things simple and low-maintenance.

On deck, the layout is equally sensible, twin Kenwood radios (galley and cockpit) mean you're never without music, whether you're pottering at anchor or underway, and a heater and battery charger keep her comfortable and ready to go whatever the season. Power & Performance This particular 250 is fitted with a single Yanmar 4LHA-STZP, the range-topping engine in Yanmar's well-proven 4LHA family.

It's a turbocharged, freshwater-cooled, four-cylinder marine diesel rated at 240hp (177kW) at 3,300rpm, with a cast-iron block and head and a mechanically-injected, gear-driven OHV design that's earned a strong reputation for reliability and easy maintenance in the marine sector.

As a single-engine installation, she offers straightforward handling, lower fuel consumption than a comparable petrol twin, and the peace of mind that comes with proven commercial-grade Yanmar engineering. Trim tabs and a trim gauge help get her onto the plane and running efficiently, while a full instrument set, rev counter, oil pressure, temperature and fuel gauge, keeps you properly informed at the helm.

Topsides Builder: Monterey Boats Designer: Monterey Boats Dimensions: LOA: 8.23m LWL: 7.48m Beam: 2.57m Draft: 0.89m Displacement: 2400kg Height above water: 1.86m Fuel Capacity: 290L Water Capacity: 70L (45l holding) Navigation &

Safety Equipment

: Garmin Chart Plotter VHF Compass Fire Extinguishers Fire blanket Mechanical / Electrical: Trim gauge ken wood radio in galley and cockpit 1 pump manual Jabsco toilet holding tank Heater Battery charger Trim tabs Rev counter Engine oil pressure gauge Engine temperature gauge fuel gauge Electric bilge pump Galley & Accommodation: Induction Hob Microwave Fridge Sink Saloon Conversion (Sleeps 2)