BOSS LADY
9.69m | Rinker | 280 Fiesta Vee
2008 Rinker 280 cabin cruiser with Volvo Penta 5.7 GXi engine, bow thruster and comfortable 4-berth accommodation. Recently serviced by Mike Wills (drive service June 2026) and professionally valeted (July 2026). A great-value sports cruiser, ideal for family weekends, entertaining and South Coast cruising.
Call Jenna Vincent on ... or email ... for further details or to arrange to view.2008 Rinker 280 Express Cruiser | Price Reduced - £34,950 VAT Paid
Freshly presented for sale with a professional cockpit valet completed in July 2026 and a drive service carried out by Mike Wills in June 2026, this 2008 Rinker 280 offers an excellent opportunity to step into a well-maintained sports cruiser with confidence.
Powered by the highly desirable Volvo Penta 5.7 GXi engine, "Boss Lady" combines comfortable accommodation for four with practical cruising performance, making her ideal for weekends away, family adventures and coastal cruising around Poole Harbour and the Solent.
Benefiting from a bow thruster, trim tabs, electric windlass and a comprehensive navigation package, she is ready for immediate use and available to view now at Cobb's Quay Marina, Poole.
Call Jenna Vincent on ... or email ... for further details or to arrange to view.
Highlights
- Drive professionally serviced by Mike Wills (June 2026)
- Cockpit professionally valeted (July 2026)
- Volvo Penta 5.7 GXi 280hp petrol engine
- Bow thruster for stress-free berthing
- Trim tabs for comfortable cruising
- Spacious cockpit ideal for entertaining
- Sleeps 4 comfortably
- Fridge, sink and gas hob
- Enclosed heads compartment
- Electric anchor windlass
- Chartplotter, GPS and VHF
- VAT paid
- Available to view now in Poole
Key Features
Volvo Penta 5.7 GXi petrol engine
Stern drive configuration
Bow thruster for effortless manoeuvring
Trim tabs
Planing Vâhull for responsive performance
Navigation & Electronics
Navman Tracker 5607 chartplotter
GPS
Compass
VHF radio
3 Ã 12V batteries
Accommodation
Below deck, the cabin offers comfortable accommodation for up to four people with a forward double berth and convertible saloon. The practical galley includes a fridge, sink and gas hob, making weekends aboard easy and enjoyable.
A separate enclosed heads compartment provides additional comfort for family cruising and overnight stays.
Performance & Handling
The sought-after Volvo Penta 5.7 GXi delivers strong, reliable performance, while the deep-V hull provides a smooth and confident ride. The addition of a bow thruster makes close-quarters manoeuvring straightforward, even for less experienced owners.
Why Buy This Boat?
At under £35,000, this Rinker 280 represents excellent value in today's market. She offers the space, comfort and specification often found on larger and more expensive cruisers, making her an ideal first sports cruiser or practical step up for growing families.
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Cabins
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Rinker Boats
Shipyard
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280 Fiesta Vee
Model
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9.69m
Length
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2008 Build/Refit
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1 x 280 hp Volvo
Engines
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Petrol
Fuel Type
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Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom
Location
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15th March 2026
Listed Since
Rinker 280 Fiesta Vee Amenities
- Bow Thruster
Specifications
| LENGTH | BEAM | DRAFT |
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| 9.69m | 2.77m | 0.6m |
| BUILT | SPEED | |
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| 2008 | - |
Principal Characteristics
- Builder Rinker
- Built 2008
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Model
280 Fiesta Vee
Dimensions
- Length 9.69m
- Beam 2.77m
- Draft 0.6m
- Displacement ERROR CODE 1
Hull & Superstructure
- Hull Type Planing
- Hull Material Fibreglass (GRP)
Capacities
- Fuel Capacity 378 Litres
Speed & Range
Engine & Propulsion
- Engine Volvo
- HP 280hp
- Fuel Petrol
- Drive Type Stern Drive
Accommodation
- Cabins 1
Full Details
Navigation equipment
Compass
Gps
Vhf
Plotter
Electrical equipment
Battery
Galley details
Oven
Microwave
Fridge
Safety equipment
Bilge Pump
Other equipment
Anchor
Fenders
Shorepower
Asking Price
£34,950