Grand Banks 57 Europa Bluewater Flybridge Cruiser Just Listed

Being one of only three Grand Banks 57' Europa's ever built this vessel needs to be seen to be believed. She really is one of the grand dames of the sea. These vessels are well sought after being a robust, and spacious long-range motor yacht cruiser known for their sea worthiness, solid fibreglass build and traditional craftsmanship embodying the Grand Bank's reputation with their timeless design. At 28 tons displacement, they are built solid. This lovingly restored and maintained vessel is a sheer joy to behold and experience. The current owner has had her for 12 years now and has spent a small fortune and a lot of time breathing the life back into her.

Volvo TGAMD61 Main Engines x 2
Engine hours 510
Purchased Reconditioned by Fenquin Sydney and installed 11/2014
Max RPM 2,250 @ 305hp
All Fuel Injectors removed serviced and nozzles replaced 10/2018
Both Turbos rebuilt 11/2018
"The Volvo TAMD61A is widely reviewed as a tough, reliable, low-revving workhorse, praised for its durability, simplicity and long life when maintained, often found in well-built pleasure craft. Owners appreciate its robust build, ease of servicing (like accessible filters/pumps), and strong performance as a non-stressed, reliable engine. "
 
Notable Upgrades
 
Original wax rope packing Stern Glands removed, replaced like for like with new Bronze Aluminium machined units screwed into stern tubes with new Cutlass Bearings installed and PSS Dripless Shaft Seal Units added 02/2026
 
ZF Electronic Helm Controls Installed for Bridge and Flybridge to replace old MORSE Cable System 12/2024
 
Bridge Navigation Equipment Raymarine AXIOM2 Pro Plotter, EVOLUTION Auto Pilot, Type 2 Auto Pilot Hydraulic Pump fitted new 12/2024 with new Transducer / GPS Antenna.
Steering room and flybridge hydraulic lines changed out with new Tough Cover Hoses and Fittings by ENZED Cairns 11/2024
 
5 x Marine Air Reverse Cycle Water-Cooled Air-Conditioning Units with digital Dometic Smart Touch Control Panels added to each unit. All Units professionally cleaned, gas recharged and Saloon unit replaced with new 08/2024
 
Genset MASE 1200 11.2kva
Engine hours 100
Purchased and New installed 04/2024 with full sound shield and remote-control panel allowing full operation from the bridge showing all engine working parameters.
 
Aurora 3.5m Semi Rigid Tender with Pontoon Covers Purchased 02/2024 as new, fully covered just used to run in outboard
Outboard 20hp 4 stroke Yamaha purchased 02/2024 as new just run in 10hrs on Engine
 
Muir HR3500 Windlass purchased New 0//2024 with Bridge Digital Control System added

The 1984 Grand Banks 57 Europa is a classic, designed to be spacious, this model has a standalone bridge with couch, dinning table and bunk with an extended aft deck area. With huge living areas, a large Saloon and separate Bridge area complete with couch, dining table and bunk. Built with 2 State Room Cabins with Twin Bunks added to the forward cabin.
Each Stateroom has its own Ensuite also with an Aft Deck Shower.
 
The vessel interior has been refitted in 2025 and other notable upgrades to the vessel are listed below.
 
The vessel represents an excellent opportunity for an owner to acquire this rare model in very good condition.

Builder: Singapore Marine
Length: 17.4m / 57' (LOA 18.3m)
Beam: 4.7m / 15'5
Draft: 1.6m / 5'1
Displacement 28tonnes
Accom: 7 in 2 Cabins and Wheelhouse
Year: 1984
Hull: GRP
Fuel capacity 3,856lts
Fresh Water Capacity 1,892lts
 
Comprehensive Survey completed March / April 2026. Available on request
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

The information contained within this listing has been compiled by TYBB from information provided by the owner, TYBB accepts no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies which may appear in this inventory.