The NEW Beneteau Antares 8 is a stylish and versatile compact cruiser, perfect for day trips, weekends away, and relaxed coastal cruising. With modern lines, a bright wheelhouse, and a cleverly designed interior, she offers comfortable living space along with a seamless flow between cockpit and cabin.
Fox’s Yacht Sales are pleased to offer this fantastic “on the water” package with all of the MUST HAVE OPTIONS plus superb savings of over £13,000 on RRP. This 2026 model year Antares 8 will be arriving soon at Fox’s Marina, complete with full PDI, commissioning, installation, and handover package. We have rigged it with the economical Suzuki 200APX, which pairs fantastically with this model and size. Other extras include bowthruster, electric windlass, full cockpit enclosure and a Garmin electronics package. Viewing available 7 days a week. NB: Stock images used.
Deck
The boat boasts a cleverly designed deck layout that maximises space and usability, with a sociable aft cockpit offering flexible seating. The wide swim platforms provide easy water access, while a safe starboard side deck leads forward to a comfortable bow sunbathing area. With practical storage throughout and a seamless connection into the wheelhouse, the Antares 8 delivers a versatile, family-friendly outdoor space that feels larger than her size suggests.
Extras:
- COMFORT PACK – Interior table – Port side sliding window – 2nd electric windscreen wiper and washer kit – Two rod holders – Two cup holders – Cockpit shower
- Lewmar electric windlass
- Fenders and warps
- Anchor with chain and warp
- Folding cockpit seats
- Elegance cockpit cushions
- Extra benchseat in cockpit
- Graphite cockpit bimini and enclosure
- Cockpit table
- Bathing platforms
Cabin
Bright and practical interior layout centred around a comfortable wheelhouse saloon, with seating and a table that can convert into an additional berth. Opposite, a compact galley provides the essentials for onboard cooking, while the helm position offers excellent visibility and easy access to controls. Forward, there is a cosy double berth in the cabin, along with a separate enclosed head compartment.
Extras:
- COMFORT PACK – Mattress in forward cabin – Curtains – Opening deck hatch – Two opening portholes
- Elegance upholstery
- LUXURY GALLEY – Arpa black worktop – Stainless steel glass holder – Gas stove with gas system
- 42L refrigerator
- Additional wheel double berth
- Marine toilet with holding tank
- Sliding wheelhouse hatch with blackout curtains
Electrical & Electronics
12 VOLT SYSTEM – Domestic batteries – Engine battery – bow thruster battery – Alternator charging
230 VOLT SHOREPOWER SYSTEM – Outlets throughout – 25amp battery charger
ELECTRONICS – Garmin Echomap UHD2 9″ chartplotter – Garmin GT23-TM depth sounder – Fusion MR-RA210 bluetooth stereo with four speakers
Machinery
Suzuki 200 APX – Drive By Wire – Hydraulic steering – 340L fuel capacity with outside fill – BOWTHRUSTER – ZIPWAKE AUTOMATIC TRIM TABS
Construction
White GRP injection-moulded hull construction ensures strength and reduced weight. White GRP deck & wheelhouse with moulded non-slip walk around deck. Self-draining cockpit and well-designed anchor locker for practicality at sea. Bathing platforms with swim ladder. Hull is prepared and antifouled.
