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1 / 31 — 1984 Islander 28 sailboat docked in marina, surrounded by other boats. -
2 / 31 — 1984 Islander 28 sailboat docked in a marina with city skyline background. -
3 / 31 — Interior of 1984 Islander 28 sailboat with cozy seating and nautical decor. -
4 / 31 — Interior of 1984 Islander 28 sailboat with blue seating, wooden paneling, and nautical decor. -
5 / 31 — Interior cabin of 1984 Islander 28 sailboat with wooden finish and storage nets. -
6 / 31 — Interior cabin of 1984 Islander 28 sailboat with wooden paneling and blue cushions. -
7 / 31 — 1984 Islander 28 sailboat bathroom with toilet, mirror, and storage shelves. -
8 / 31 — 1984 Islander 28 yacht interior with sink, shower, and wooden accents. -
9 / 31 — Interior of 1984 Islander 28 sailboat with blue cushions and wooden cabinetry. -
10 / 31 — Interior of 1984 Islander 28 sailboat with blue cushioned seating and floral pillows. -
11 / 31 — Interior of 1984 Islander 28 sailboat with blue cushioned seating and wooden paneling. -
12 / 31 — Compact galley kitchen in 1984 Islander 28 sailboat with sink and wooden cabinetry. -
13 / 31 — Interior cabin of 1984 Islander 28 sailboat with wooden paneling and cushioned seating. -
14 / 31 — Interior cabin of 1984 Islander 28 sailboat with wooden paneling and carpeted floor. -
15 / 31 — Engine of a 1984 Islander 28 sailboat, showcasing mechanical components and belts. -
16 / 31 — Yanmar diesel engine plate on 1984 Islander 28, model 2GM, 13 HP, 3400 RPM. -
17 / 31 — Fuel filter system in a 1984 Islander 28 boat engine compartment. -
18 / 31 — Engine close-up of a 1984 Islander 28 sailboat, showcasing mechanical components. -
19 / 31 — Interior of 1984 Islander 28 sailboat with wooden paneling and blue cushion. -
20 / 31 — Close-up of metal bolts on 1984 Islander 28 boat interior. -
21 / 31 — Interior woodwork detail of a 1984 Islander 28 sailboat, showcasing craftsmanship and design. -
22 / 31 — Interior detail of a 1984 Islander 28 sailboat, featuring metal and wood components. -
23 / 31 — 1984 Islander 28 sailboat cockpit with wooden hatch, docked in a marina. -
24 / 31 — 1984 Islander 28 sailboat docked in marina, surrounded by other boats and city skyline. -
25 / 31 — 1984 Islander 28 sailboat docked in marina, featuring a clean deck and blue canopy. -
26 / 31 — Steering wheel and compass of a 1984 Islander 28 sailboat cockpit. -
27 / 31 — Cockpit of 1984 Islander 28 sailboat with steering wheel and safety equipment. -
28 / 31 — Raymarine device on 1984 Islander 28 sailboat interior, featuring wood and white paneling. -
29 / 31 — Raymarine control panel on 1984 Islander 28 sailboat, featuring navigation buttons and display. -
30 / 31 — Interior view of 1984 Islander 28 sailboat showing battery compartment and coiled ropes. -
31 / 31 — Open hatch on 1984 Islander 28 sailboat deck, revealing storage area.
Rubicon Yachts / Yachts for Sale / EMIRESSE
EMIRESSE
28' 1984 Islander 28
$20,000.00
Last Updated: 2026-07-18
1984 Islander 28 - Classic Performance Cruiser with Dependable Yanmar Diesel
The Islander 28 has long been admired as one of the finest performance cruisers in her class, offering responsive sailing, solid construction, and a comfortable interior. Designed by renowned naval architect Robert Perry, she combines spirited performance with the confidence and durability that have made Islander yachts favorites among West Coast sailors.
This well-maintained 1984 example is ready to enjoy immediately. Powered by the reliable and economical Yanmar 2GM diesel, she offers dependable auxiliary power for cruising, docking, and extended adventures. The spacious cockpit features wheel steering, an autopilot for relaxed passages, and a quality dodger that provides excellent protection from the elements, making sailing comfortable in a variety of conditions.
Step below and you’ll find an exceptionally clean, inviting cabin that reflects careful ownership. The interior cushions are in like-new condition, giving the salon a fresh, comfortable appearance that is rarely found on boats of this vintage. The practical layout provides comfortable accommodations for weekends aboard or extended cruising, with abundant natural light, ample storage, and the warm, welcoming feel that has made the Islander 28 so popular.
Whether you’re looking for a capable San Francisco Bay daysailer, a dependable coastal cruiser, or your first cruising sailboat, this Islander 28 offers an outstanding combination of sailing performance, reliability, and pride of ownership.
Highlights include:
- Reliable Yanmar 2GM diesel engine
- Wheel steering
- Autopilot
- Quality dodger
- Exceptionally clean and well-kept interior
- Interior cushions in like-new condition
- Robert Perry-designed performance cruiser
- Solid fiberglass construction and proven sailing characteristics
If you’ve been searching for a clean, well-equipped classic cruiser that sails as beautifully as she looks, this Islander 28 deserves your attention.
Make: Islander
Model: 28
Year: 1984
Length: 28ft
Name: EMIRESSE
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Engine/Fuel Type:
Located In: Berkeley, CA
- Category: Sail
- Class: Racers and Cruisers
- Beam: 9.83 feet
- Bridge Clearance:
- Min Draft:
- Max Draft: 5 feet
- Cabin Headroom: feet
- DryWeight: pounds
- Ballast: pounds
- CruisingSpeed: knots
- Total Engines: 1
- Engine 1
- EngineMake: Yanmar
- EngineModel: 2GM
- EngineYear: 0000
- EngineFuel: Unknown
- Total Power: 13
- PropellerType: Unknown
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 20 gallon
- Fuel Tank Count: 1
- Water Tank Capacity: 30 gallon
- Water Tank Count: 1
- Holding Tank Capacity: 12 gallon
- Holding Tank Count:1
- Cabins: 1
- Heads: 1
Additional Features
- Shore Power Inlet
- Vhf
- Steering Wheel
- Autopilot
- Mainsail Cover
- Marine Head
- Battery Charger