Overview

Alexander Marine Australia are pleased to present the rare 2005 Grand Banks 54 Eastbay SX 'Navy Jacket' to the market as worldwide central agents. She has just finished a substantial refit period and now presents the ultimate combination of timeless functionality with a sprinkling of new gadgets and upgraded finishes.

Designed for discerning owners who value both performance and comfort, the Eastbay SX offers a perfect balance of seakeeping ability, generous living spaces, and classic lines that turn heads wherever she goes. Make no mistake 'Navy Jacket' is built to a standard only Grand Banks has mastered complete with her classic Awlgrip navy Two Pak painted hull.

Access to her teak-laid cockpit is via her wide teak hydraulic hi/lo swim platform, which houses a new Osculati SeaRover 320 3.2M RIB and Mercury EFI 15hp outboard. Access up to the uniquely elevated cockpit is via two built-in steps mounted on the transom. The elevated cockpit is a rare, one-of-its-kind Grand Banks factory built configuration, creating a single level entertaining masterpiece from the cockpit and throughout the saloon. The cockpit features a spacious moulded L-shaped upholstered settee across the aft. At the front of the cockpit against the saloon bulkhead you will find a Waeco Coolmatic fridge/freezer, sink and a Gaggenau lava rock BBQ grill. For ease of access up into the cockpit, the vessel is complete with an Opacmare retractable passerelle which functions as an aft boarding ramp. A new fixed stainless steel framed cockpit shade bimini, complete with integrated overhead lighting, provides welcome protection from the sun and rain. A utility room is located under the cockpit sole, as accessed via a gas strut assisted hatch which opens under the upholstery. Complementing this area is new exterior cockpit upholstery, offering a fresh, modern look while ensuring comfort for guests whether lounging, dining, or entertaining.

As you enter her spacious saloon, and are immediately welcomed by Grand Banks's flawless satin teak interior and craftsmanship. Her saloon is light, bright and breezy with her 360 degrees wrap-around glazing and huge overhead sunroof adding further versatility to the saloon and helm depending upon the weather. Don't worry if you are more of the air-conditioning type, as she is fitted with air conditioning throughout. To port in the saloon you will find a settee and extendable & height adjustable dining table complete with two chairs for extra seating, all with new blue leather upholstery. To starboard you will find a hi/lo TV with Bose sound system.

For the skipper, the helm is positioned to starboard and fitted with a new Raymarine navigation electronics suite, together with a new leather helm seat to reel in the miles. The navigator can also enjoy a forward facing breakfast bench to port.

Access to the lower deck galley and three cabin guest accommodation layout is via a centreline staircase from the saloon. To port you will find a spacious U-shaped galley that gets lots of natural light from the windscreen above so as to not feel disconnected from guests in the saloon. Her galley features a network of overhead cupboards, Coolmatic undercounter fridge and separate freezer, Gaggenau four element electric cooktop, Gaggenau Microwave and Bosch Dishdrawer, complemented by a Idromar watermaker that ensures a constant freshwater supply when cruising off-grid.

Her accommodation layout is a spacious three guest cabin configuration. The master cabin is located in the bow and features an island double bed, TV, and private ensuite. The VIP guest cabin is to port and includes a double bed and TV, while the starboard guest cabin features over and under beds and another TV. A Whirlpool combination washer & dryer in this last cabin. Both guest cabins share a separate head located to starboard which doubles as a day head.

The teak-laid side decks are complemented by polished stainless-steel handrails and freshly refinished brightwork, reflecting the care and attention that has gone into maintaining 'Navy Jacket' at a very high standard. At the bow, a Bruce anchor complete with a Maxwell windlass takes care of your anchoring requirements.

She is powered by Twin MAN V8's at 900hp each, delivering exhilarating performance and a blistering sprint speed on her proven and famous Raymond C Hunt hull. For ease of docking she is equipped with a Side-Power bow thruster, and for the ultimate convenience.

Sedan buyers (and especially Palm Beach Motor Yacht enthusiasts) should carefully consider the merits and functionality of this special vessel.

Features

2005 Grand Banks 54 Eastbay SX 'Navy Jacket'
Substantial refit period recently completed
Classic Awlgrip navy Two Pak painted hull
Teak-laid cockpit and wide teak hydraulic hi/lo swim platform
New Osculati SeaRover 320 3.2M RIB and Mercury EFI 15hp outboard
Uniquely elevated cockpit, Grand Banks factory built configuration
Spacious moulded L-shaped upholstered settee in cockpit
Waeco Coolmatic fridge/freezer, sink and Gaggenau lava rock BBQ grill in cockpit
Opacmare retractable passerelle functioning as aft boarding ramp
New fixed stainless steel framed cockpit shade bimini with integrated overhead lighting
Utility room under cockpit sole accessed via gas strut assisted hatch
New exterior cockpit upholstery
Flawless satin teak interior and craftsmanship
360 degrees wrap-around glazing and huge overhead sunroof in saloon
Air conditioning throughout
Settee and extendable & height adjustable dining table with two chairs, new blue leather upholstery
Hi/lo TV with Bose sound system in saloon
Helm positioned to starboard with new Raymarine navigation electronics suite
New leather helm seat
Forward facing breakfast bench to port for navigator
Spacious U-shaped galley with natural light from windscreen
Overhead cupboards, Coolmatic undercounter fridge and separate freezer
Gaggenau four element electric cooktop, Gaggenau Microwave and Bosch Dishdrawer
Idromar watermaker
Three guest cabin configuration: master cabin with island double bed, TV, private ensuite
VIP guest cabin to port with double bed and TV
Starboard guest cabin with over and under beds and TV
Whirlpool combination washer & dryer in starboard guest cabin
Separate head to starboard doubling as day head
Teak-laid side decks with polished stainless-steel handrails and freshly refinished brightwork
Bruce anchor with Maxwell windlass at bow
Twin MAN V8 engines at 900hp each
Raymond C Hunt hull
Side-Power bow thruster