If you’ve been searching for a clean, turnkey Pacific Northwest cruiser with major recent mechanical upgrades already completed, this exceptional 2002 Bayliner 2859 Ciera Classic deserves serious attention.
Unlike most Bayliner 2859s on the market still operating with original 20+ year-old propulsion, this vessel received a complete engine and outdrive replacement in October 2025, with over $30,000 invested into a full repower—offering tremendous peace of mind and dramatically reducing future ownership risk.
Equally at home salmon fishing in BC waters, cruising the Gulf Islands, or spending weekends away with family, this Bayliner has been extensively upgraded and thoughtfully equipped for comfortable Pacific Northwest boating.
Stored in Milltown Marina Dry Stack, this vessel has benefited from protected storage and attentive ownership.
With an Alaska enclosure, bus heater, fully updated systems, remodeled interior, fishing package, inverter system, kicker motor, and extensive upgrades throughout, this is an exceptionally rare turnkey offering in the Bayliner 2859 market.
Vessel Highlights
• Complete NEW MerCruiser 5.7l 350 main engine and outdrive installed October 2025• Over $30,000 invested in late 2025 repower• 9.9HP Yamaha four-stroke kicker motor with independent remote steering/control — ideal BC fishing setup• Alaska enclosure for year-round Pacific Northwest boating• Bus heater for extended-season cruising and fishing comfort• Garmin integrated navigation display in wheelhouse• Updated electronics package (2021) with widescreen display/chartplotter• All new LED lighting installed throughout vessel• Saltwater engine intake and filtration system• 2500-watt inverter system for remote onboard power capability• Complete interior refresh with all new cushions and interior covers• New marine-grade retractable salon table system converts dinette to berth/bed• Induction cooktop upgrade• Toaster oven• Pressure hot and cold water system• Enclosed head with shower• Fully equipped for BC fishing and coastal cruising• Dry stack stored at Milltown Marina• Turn-key and ready for immediate enjoyment
Extensive Recent Maintenance & System Upgrades
Substantial upgrades completed for reliability and peace of mind, including:
• NEW freshwater pump• NEW saltwater intake pump/system• NEW macerator pump• NEW bilge pumps• All pumps replaced in 2024–2025• New engine and outdrive (2025)• Updated electrical systems and LED lighting• Saltwater intake and filtration system for engine protection
This vessel has had significant investment into the systems buyers care most about.
Fishing & Deck Equipment
Fully equipped for serious BC salmon and recreational fishing:
• 9.9HP Yamaha four-stroke kicker motor with independent remote controls• Two Scotty downriggers (very lightly used)• Crab puller included• Stainless steel BBQ included (near new)• Spacious self-bailing cockpit• Swim platform with boarding access• Excellent cockpit layout for fishing and entertaining
Included but not yet installed:
• Folding teak cockpit seats (in box)• Spotlight system (in box)
Accommodations
The Bayliner 2859 remains one of the most versatile layouts in its class, comfortably accommodating cruising couples or families.
Features include:
• Forward V-berth sleeping area• Convertible salon/dinette sleeping area• Mid-cabin berth• Enclosed marine head with shower• Pressurized hot and cold water system• Updated soft goods throughout• New marine-grade retractable salon table converting to sleeping berth• Excellent storage and natural lighting
Comfortable overnight accommodations for up to 4–6 guests depending on configuration.
Galley
Thoughtfully upgraded for comfortable overnighting and extended weekends aboard:
• Induction cooktop• Toaster oven• Sink with pressure hot and cold water• Refrigerator/cold storage• Storage cabinetry• Updated dining/salon configuration
Electronics & Navigation
• Garmin integrated wheelhouse display• Updated chartplotter/widescreen display (2021)• GPS navigation• Fish finder / sonar capability• VHF radio• Compass• Depth sounder• Shore power system• 12V electrical system
Mechanical & Electrical
• MerCruiser 5.7l 350 gas stern drive — NEW October 2025• NEW outdrive — October 2025• 9.9HP Yamaha four-stroke kicker motor• Saltwater intake and filtration system for engine• Bus heater• 2500-watt inverter system• Battery charger system• Shore power connection• Hot water system• Hydraulic steering
Specifications
Dimensions
Length Overall (LOA): 29 ft (8.84 m)Beam: 9 ft 9 in (2.97 m)Draft (Drive Up): Approx. 1 ft 7 inDraft (Drive Down): Approx. 3 ft 0 inBridge Clearance: Approx. 9 ft 1 inCabin Headroom: Approx. 6 ft 2 inDry Weight: Approx. 7,597 lbs
Tankage
Fuel Tank: 102 galFresh Water Tank: 36 galHolding Tank: 30 gal
Hull & Construction
Hull Material: FiberglassHull Type: Modified-VDeadrise at Transom: Approx. 18°
Finding a Bayliner 2859 with this level of investment is exceptionally rare.
Most comparable vessels still operate on original propulsion and aging systems. This vessel offers a rare opportunity to purchase a turn-key BC cruiser and fishing platform with a complete repower, extensive systems upgrades, remodeled interior, updated electronics, and premium fishing equipment already included.
For buyers seeking dependable boating with significantly reduced near-term maintenance risk, this vessel represents exceptional value.
Seller retiring out of Canada later in 2026 — motivated and ready for the next chapter.
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Details
ManufacturerBayliner
Model2859 Ciera
Year (Build / Refit)2002
Length8.5m
Total Power300 hp
Beam3.0m
Specifications
Dimensions
Length8.5m
Max Draft0.9m
Beam3.0m
Hull
MaterialGRP
Weight
Dry Weight3.4 t
Accommodation
Guest Cabins6
Propulsion
Engine 1
Engine MakeMercruiser
Engine Model5.7 L
Engine Hours20
Engine TypeInboard
Drive TypeSterndrive
Fuel TypeGasoline
Power300 hp
Year2025
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