The Beneteau Antares 8 Cruising is a family weekender connecting a sheltered saloon with an open cockpit. Large windows bring light to the helm and dining area, while a galley and accommodation allow a day trip to become an overnight stay. The layout suits families combining swimming, socialising and coastal travel in one boat.
Layout and use
Forward sleeping space and additional resting arrangements are complemented by a separate heads compartment. Outdoors, bow access, bathing platforms and an adaptable cockpit support meals or sunbathing with the appropriate equipment. Refrigeration, cooking equipment, additional berths, shade and electronics vary with the specification. Cruising and Fishing are distinct versions; fishing equipment is not automatically part of this offer.
The listed offer
The listed boat has an overall length of 8,23 m and a beam of 2,80 m. The stated capacity is up to 9 persons. Engine configuration: Suzuki DF250APX Digital. This is a demo boat. Contact AS BOATS for its current condition, engine hours, service history and a viewing appointment.
Boat overview
BENETEAU ANTARES 8 OB V2 Cruising is the AS BOATS demo boat with order reference 189983/STOCK. Built in 2026, model year 2027.
Equipment included in the price
- Comfort Trim Level: saloon table, port sliding side window, additional windscreen wiper with washer, cabin upholstery, two rod holders, two cup holders, saloon curtains, opening deck hatch above the forward cabin, two side opening windows (cabin and heads), and cockpit shower
- Elegance Cruising upholstery
- Cushion for the additional saloon berth
- Aft-facing cockpit bench
- Folding side seat
- Bimini top
- Cockpit cushions for the sunpad conversion
- Extended swim platforms
- Sliding saloon roof hatch with mosquito screen and blackout blind
- Marine toilet with holding tank
- Bow step
- Bow cushion
- Horn
- GRP cockpit table
- Bow thruster
- Electric anchor windlass
- 49 l refrigerator
- Raymarine Axiom+ 9 RV with RealVision 3D sonar and RV-100 transducer
- Fusion MS-RA210 with four speakers
- 10 kg Delta/Toro anchor, stainless steel connector and 50 m of 8 mm chain
- Suzuki DF250APX-WHITE outboard with Drive by Wire digital controls, multifunction instrument and stainless steel propeller
- Professional engine installation, control adjustment, battery with box, instrument installation, engine oil, pre-delivery service and commissioning
Viewing and handover
Viewing and handover are by confirmed appointment.


















































