Freshwater Kept Until 2025 • 4.3 Volvo Power Dual-Prop • Transferable Moorage at Van Isle Marina
This clean and well-maintained 2008 Chaparral Signature 280 offers the perfect blend of performance, comfort, and versatility. Having spent the majority of its life in freshwater until April 2025, this cruiser presents well and shows the benefits of careful ownership and ongoing maintenance.
Powered by twin low-hour Volvo Penta 4.3 GXi-G fuel-injected engines, the Signature 280 delivers impressive performance, economical cruising, and confident handling. The vessel is equipped with Volvo Penta DPS-B1 dual-prop outdrives that were replaced in 2022 and fully serviced in 2024, providing peace of mind for years to come. This combination provides a fast and economical cruising speed of 25 knots and the capability of over 35 knots at full throttle.
The spacious cockpit is designed for entertaining, featuring comfortable seating, a wet bar, and excellent visibility from the helm. Below deck, the well-appointed cabin offers overnight accommodations for family and guests, complete with a functional galley, enclosed head, and generous sleeping areas.
Comfort is assured in all seasons thanks to reverse-cycle air conditioning and heat, while the Kohler 5kW generator allows for complete independence at anchor.
The vessel has received professional maintenance, including a major engine and mechanical service completed in January 2025, oil service 2026 and fresh zinc replacement in June 2026.
Highlights Include:
The Chaparral Signature 280 has long been recognized for its superior build quality, refined styling, and excellent ride characteristics. Whether you're cruising the Gulf Islands, entertaining dockside, or spending weekends away with family and friends, this well-equipped example is ready to enjoy immediately.
Contact listing broker Adam Pedersen today for details on how to buy this yacht or to schedule your viewing.
We help coordinate everything during the purchase, including your pre-purchase survey, mechanical inspection and sea trial through to insurance.
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.
Canadian vessels are for sale while located in Canada and are not for sale while located in the USA. Foreign registered vessels are not for sale while located in Canada.
ExclusionsAll personal property is excluded unless specifically identified and included in the sale agreement and listing specifications. Personal property refers to all items not permanently attached to the vessel including but not limited to artwork, furnishings, and recreational or entertainment items. Advertisements, marketing materials, and/or other photography may depict the vessel with personal property, however, such personal property is excluded unless otherwise specifically included as provided herein.
Details
ManufacturerChaparral Boats
ModelSignature 280
Year (Build / Refit)2008
Length8.5m
Total Power450 hp
Beam2.9m
Specifications
Dimensions
Length8.5m
Max Draft0.8m
Beam2.9m
Hull
MaterialGRP
Weight
Dry Weight4.1 t
Accommodation
Guest Cabins6
Bathrooms1
Propulsion
Engine 1
Engine MakeVolvo Penta
Engine Hours787
Engine TypeInboard
Drive TypeSterndrive
Fuel TypeGasoline
Power225 hp
Engine 2
Engine MakeVolvo Penta
Engine Hours787
Engine TypeInboard
Fuel TypeGasoline
Power225 hp
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