2018 World Cat 280DC

Ready to cruise hidden coves, vibrant reefs, and stunning sunsets in the Virgin Islands? The 2018 World Cat 280DC, "Beach Bum," is your ideal vessel, blending comfort, performance, and versatility for an epic island hopping experience.The World Cat 280DC is a highly sought-after model in these parts, and thats for good reason! The large hardtop with a rigid windshield allows you enjoy the breeze in the shade or close the windshield and you are out of unpredictable elements. Convertible seating to accommodate any situation. World Cat's signature walk-through transom door and dive ladder make boarding effortless, perfect for snorkeling or diving the Virgin Islands' world-class reefs."Beach Bum" has been professionally maintained by a full-time captain and the engines ALWAYS serviced by the Yamaha Factory Dealer in the USVI with service records to prove it. Always on a strict maintenance schedule, keeping her looking and running great while running day charters in the USVI. Yellow Coded and rated for 11 passengers, she’s in excellent condition and ready to continue chartering or transition to private use.Located in beautiful St. John, USVI. Contact me for many more recent photos, or to schedule a showing. Adventure awaits!Additional InformationAccommodationU-Shapped seating forward with cup holders, grab rails and storage compartment beneathHelm to starboard w/ captains chairSeating to port is forward facing or aft & facing and convertible to a bedSink w/ coran counter top to starboard aft of helm with cooler storage belowCoolers used for aft bench seatingBolster cushions surrounding the cockpit and forward seating areaHead/bathroom to port under consoleElectronics and NavigationYamaha digital displayOptimus steering w/ joystick steering (New 2025)Autopilot Garmin radarAirmar B175M transducerGarmin GPSMAP 8612xsv 12" multi-touch chartplotterGarmin 110 VHF with 8’ antennaNav/Anchor lightsSpreader lightsCourtesy lightsElectric hornFusion MS-RA70NSX bluetooth stereo w/ (4) JL audio speakersElectrical SystemsBatteries(1) 12v House battery(2) Engine batteriesBattery charger(4) Automatic bilge pumps   Deck and Hull EquipmentBowAnchor locker with electric windlass & integrated through-hull concealed windlass system with S/S breastplate, 300’ line, 15’ chain, and 22 lb anchorTwo hatches and raw water washdown hose in port lockerDeluxe bow seating for 6 Port and starboard drink holders and 6-quart personal storage areas under gunwalesHuge starboard storage area with easy-access hinged entryInsulated 180-quart port storage compartment/fish box with overboard drain(2) Bow rod holders (6 total, 2 in bow, 4 in gunwale)Helm AreaLarge fiberglass hard top with a robust powdercoated frame; includes storage box, spreader/deck lights, and LED overhead lightsInnovative frameless windshield maximizes visibility – hinged panel leads to bow seatsErgonomically designed fiberglass consoleOptimus steering w/ joystick (New 2024)Single Garmin GPSMAP 8612xsv 12" multi-touch widescreen Chartplotter/Sonar Combo, Garmin Radar, Airmar B175M transducer, dark-tinted acrylic dash, Garmin 110 VHF with 8’ antennaLivewell & hardtop rod holdersFusion® marine stereo with (4) JL audio speakers and bluetoothCockpit/SternMassive, fiberglass-lined head/bathroom compartment with fresh water head system, 9-gallon holding tank, and overboard dischargeHead includes Corian® Gray Onyx counter, fresh water sink, mirror, toiletries storage & faux teak cabinsoleVersatile double-wide cockpit seat that converts from front to rear-facing with easily operated foot pedalHuge fishing area, with 360° cockpit bolstersTwin in-floor mechanical rooms with large hatches that allow easy access/service for bilge, pumps and other equipment(4) Gunwale-mounted stainless steel rod holdersAdditional rod holders on back legs of hardtop frame (3/side)Aft fold-down transom seating for two with adjacent 12v/USB outletsWalk-though transom with latched door provides easy access to swim platformLarge swim platform and user-friendly On-Ramp™ swim ladderRTIC 20 qt. cooler(6) Flush mount fender holdersLivewellAdditional EquipmentTwo Tone hull blue/whiteWalk-through transom door w/ large boarding ladderLarge hard top w/ glass windshield and robust aluminum frameWindshield wiper(2) Yeti coolers(6) Stainless steel cleats(6) Gunnel mounted rod holders(5) Rod holders mounted on hard-topBaitwellRaw/fresh water wash down(4) Automatic bilge pumpsFendersDock linesSnorkle EequipmentAnchor w/ chainSern anchor w/ chain & rodeLifejacketsThrow ringMechanical EquipmentTwin 2018 Yamaha 200HP 1305 hours (August 2025)Always 100% Yamaha factory dealer maintained with service recordsOptimus steering w/ joystick steering (New 2025)220-Gallon fuel capacityMaxwell windlassEngine Info(2) 2018 Yamaha 200HP Model: (L)F2000XCA1305 hours (August 2025)Stbd S/N: 6DV x 1008306Port: 6DW X 1004508TankageFuel: 220 galFresh Water: 16 galHolding: 9 galDisclaimerThe 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.