Motorboat 800
Basic data
| Category: | Budgetboat |
| Year of construction: | Unknown |
| Length: | 800 cm |
| width: | 240 cm |
| Depth: | 40 cm |
| Material: | Steel |
| Motorization: | None |
| Berth: |
Zaandam, Netherlands
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Specifications
Motorboat 800 steel cruiser – renovation project with plenty of potential for inland waterways
This Motorboat 800 is a steel cruiser of approximately 8.00 metres in length and 2.40 metres in beam, designed for relaxed leisure cruising on inland waters. With a shallow draft of around 0.40 metres, this type of motorboat is ideally suited to canals and ditches, lakes, ponds and rivers. The vessel is offered as a renovation project: the boat needs to be fully refurbished. For buyers looking for a steel motorboat to build up to their own taste, this can be an interesting base for creating a compact weekend cruiser or day boat.
Motorboat 800 now in the online auction. Anyone can bid up to and including 9 March 2026.
Dimensions and handling on inland waters
The combination of 8 metres length and 2.40 metres beam makes the Motorboat 800 easy to handle in the marina and practical when navigating narrow passages. This size fits well in berths where larger cruisers have more difficulty, while still offering enough space to create a usable layout. The shallow draft supports cruising in shallower stretches and provides extra opportunities to reach quiet spots, for example in sheltered creeks or along reed beds on lakes and waterways.
As a steel cruiser, this type of boat typically has a solid, steady tracking base that feels pleasant for leisurely cruising. On rivers and open water, the weight and hull shape often work in favour of stability, while the compact size keeps manoeuvring straightforward. The eventual boating experience on this vessel will depend heavily on the choices a new owner makes during the renovation, such as engine installation, steering, layout and comfort features.
Steel hull as the foundation for a custom rebuild
The material is steel, a popular choice for motorboats that are used intensively on inland waters. Steel lends itself well to modifications and custom work, for example when reconfiguring the interior, adjusting hatches or creating additional storage space. For a buyer planning to modernise a cruiser, a steel motorboat is often a logical starting point: the hull forms the basis, after which the engineering, finish and equipment can be built up as desired.
Because the boat has been classified as “poor” and “must be completely renovated”, it is wise to allow for a process focused on inspection and repair. This includes assessing the condition of the steelwork, the protective coating system, any corrosion points, and the condition of the deck, superstructure and interior. Systems such as electrics, fuel system, cooling, steering gear and any gas or water systems typically require thorough assessment in a renovation project and often replacement or rebuilding.
Renovation project: opportunities for layout, comfort and equipment
Anyone looking to convert a Motorboat 800 into a practical weekend cruiser can achieve a surprisingly functional layout with this size. Depending on the existing superstructure and available interior space, there are possibilities for a compact saloon, a simple galley, berths and storage for weekend bags and provisions. For day trips, a comfortable seating and helm position is also important; a renovation allows this to be designed deliberately, for example with attention to sightlines, ergonomics and shelter.
In terms of equipment, a renovation offers the chance to bring the vessel in line with modern preferences. Consider rebuilding the electrical system, integrating modern navigation or lighting, and improving ventilation and insulation for multi-season use. The exterior can also be styled to taste, from a classic cruiser look to a cleaner, more modern appearance, depending on the chosen windows, railings, deck finish and colour scheme.
Use possibilities: day trips, leisure cruising and weekends away
The boat was previously used for day cruising, leisure boating and weekends away, which suits the dimensions and cruising area for which this type of cruiser is often used. With an appropriate renovation, the Motorboat 800 can develop into an accessible steel motorboat for relaxed cruising through canals, across lakes and along river routes, with the option to moor along the way for a lunch stop or an overnight stay.
For potential buyers, this is primarily an opportunity to acquire a steel cruiser that can still be built up according to their own ideas. Those with experience in boat renovation, or who work with a yard or skilled professionals, may find a project here with room for customisation and personal choices in performance, comfort and appearance.
Lot: 128
Zaanstad auction
boatauction.com auctions boats on behalf of the Municipality of Zaanstad that have not been collected from the storage harbour. The boats vary greatly in quality, and we therefore recommend making use of the viewing day.
Important dates
- Online auction: Monday 9 March 2026 from 20:00
- Collection day: by appointment in the week of 16 March 2026
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is in the water.
- This boat is delivered without a trailer.
- The operation of the engine is unknown.
- the given measurements are approximate measurements.
- there are no keys to the boat present.
- There is no boat crane or trailer ramp available at the storage location where you pick up the boat.
- This boat is sold under general auction conditions.
- This concerns a public auction, which means that the purchase cannot be returned based on the legal right of withdrawal.
| Brand | Motorboat |
| Type | 800 |
| Length | 800 |
| Width | 240 |
| Depth | 40 |
| Year of construction | - |
| Material | Steel |
| Last antifouling treatment | - |
| Dinghy | No |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
Motorboat 800 steel cruiser – renovation project with plenty of potential for inland waterways
This Motorboat 800 is a steel cruiser of approximately 8.00 metres in length and 2.40 metres in beam, designed for relaxed leisure cruising on inland waters. With a shallow draft of around 0.40 metres, this type of motorboat is ideally suited to canals and ditches, lakes, ponds and rivers. The vessel is offered as a renovation project: the boat needs to be fully refurbished. For buyers looking for a steel motorboat to build up to their own taste, this can be an interesting base for creating a compact weekend cruiser or day boat.
Motorboat 800 now in the online auction. Anyone can bid up to and including 9 March 2026.
Dimensions and handling on inland waters
The combination of 8 metres length and 2.40 metres beam makes the Motorboat 800 easy to handle in the marina and practical when navigating narrow passages. This size fits well in berths where larger cruisers have more difficulty, while still offering enough space to create a usable layout. The shallow draft supports cruising in shallower stretches and provides extra opportunities to reach quiet spots, for example in sheltered creeks or along reed beds on lakes and waterways.
As a steel cruiser, this type of boat typically has a solid, steady tracking base that feels pleasant for leisurely cruising. On rivers and open water, the weight and hull shape often work in favour of stability, while the compact size keeps manoeuvring straightforward. The eventual boating experience on this vessel will depend heavily on the choices a new owner makes during the renovation, such as engine installation, steering, layout and comfort features.
Steel hull as the foundation for a custom rebuild
The material is steel, a popular choice for motorboats that are used intensively on inland waters. Steel lends itself well to modifications and custom work, for example when reconfiguring the interior, adjusting hatches or creating additional storage space. For a buyer planning to modernise a cruiser, a steel motorboat is often a logical starting point: the hull forms the basis, after which the engineering, finish and equipment can be built up as desired.
Because the boat has been classified as “poor” and “must be completely renovated”, it is wise to allow for a process focused on inspection and repair. This includes assessing the condition of the steelwork, the protective coating system, any corrosion points, and the condition of the deck, superstructure and interior. Systems such as electrics, fuel system, cooling, steering gear and any gas or water systems typically require thorough assessment in a renovation project and often replacement or rebuilding.
Renovation project: opportunities for layout, comfort and equipment
Anyone looking to convert a Motorboat 800 into a practical weekend cruiser can achieve a surprisingly functional layout with this size. Depending on the existing superstructure and available interior space, there are possibilities for a compact saloon, a simple galley, berths and storage for weekend bags and provisions. For day trips, a comfortable seating and helm position is also important; a renovation allows this to be designed deliberately, for example with attention to sightlines, ergonomics and shelter.
In terms of equipment, a renovation offers the chance to bring the vessel in line with modern preferences. Consider rebuilding the electrical system, integrating modern navigation or lighting, and improving ventilation and insulation for multi-season use. The exterior can also be styled to taste, from a classic cruiser look to a cleaner, more modern appearance, depending on the chosen windows, railings, deck finish and colour scheme.
Use possibilities: day trips, leisure cruising and weekends away
The boat was previously used for day cruising, leisure boating and weekends away, which suits the dimensions and cruising area for which this type of cruiser is often used. With an appropriate renovation, the Motorboat 800 can develop into an accessible steel motorboat for relaxed cruising through canals, across lakes and along river routes, with the option to moor along the way for a lunch stop or an overnight stay.
For potential buyers, this is primarily an opportunity to acquire a steel cruiser that can still be built up according to their own ideas. Those with experience in boat renovation, or who work with a yard or skilled professionals, may find a project here with room for customisation and personal choices in performance, comfort and appearance.
Lot: 128
Zaanstad auction
boatauction.com auctions boats on behalf of the Municipality of Zaanstad that have not been collected from the storage harbour. The boats vary greatly in quality, and we therefore recommend making use of the viewing day.
Important dates
- Online auction: Monday 9 March 2026 from 20:00
- Collection day: by appointment in the week of 16 March 2026
VIEWING DAY INFORMATION
- The viewing day of this Motorboat 800 is on Saturday 7 March 2026 van 10:00 until 12:00 in Zaandam (NL).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is in the water.
- This boat is delivered without a trailer.
- The operation of the engine is unknown.
- the given measurements are approximate measurements.
- there are no keys to the boat present.
- There is no boat crane or trailer ramp available at the storage location where you pick up the boat.
- This boat is sold under general auction conditions.
- This concerns a public auction, which means that the purchase cannot be returned based on the legal right of withdrawal.
| Brand | Motorboat |
| Type | 800 |
| Length | 800 |
| Width | 240 |
| Depth | 40 |
| Year of construction | - |
| Material | Steel |
| Last antifouling treatment | - |
| Dinghy | No |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
