Contessa 26 (1966) for sale in Portishead, United Kingdom

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This 1966 Contessa 26, located in Portishead, UK, is a classic sailing yacht well-suited for restoration enthusiasts. Known for its elegant design by Jeremy Rogers, this vessel boasts a strong racing pedigree, having performed successfully in local club events and the West Highland Yachting Week. Its sturdy build includes a GRP hull, traditional full keel, and a tiller-replaced steering system. Mechanically sound, the boat is equipped with a Yanmar IGM10 engine (9hp), a fresh electrical re-wire in 2014, and a solid suite of navigation and safety equipment. The interior features timber finishes with accommodation for up to four people, alongside a compact galley and forepeak with additional storage. This Contessa also includes a recent main sail from 2017, various ancillary equipment for navigation and comfort, and a full set of life-saving gear. A sincere opportunity for a passionate sailor to restore and enjoy a vessel with a storied past.

General information
Make/model
Contessa 26
Category
Used sail boat for sale
Price
Tax / VAT status
Paid / Included
Year
1966
Length overall
8.00 metres
Draft
1.25 metres
Hull
pleaseChoose
Location
Portishead, United Kingdom

About this Contessa 26

English

Marketing Description

For the sailing enthusiast who appreciates Classic designs , the sleek beauty of this Contessa deserves to be restored to her former beauty. Structurally sound with a good engine the basis of a great boat awaits the right person.

She has spent most of the time in SCOTLAND
Mainly on the MORAY FIRTH and on the CLYDE sailed extensively around west coast , sailed across the top of SCOTLAND ROUND CAPE WRAITH , - moved by lorry to PORTISHEAD 2019
CYCA HANDICAP 24.5 MINS - successful racer in local; club events – competed three times in West highland YACHTING WEEK - ONE SECOND PLACE IN CROABH – OBAN RACE


Mechanical

MECHANICAL
Engine: Yanmar IGM10
HP: 9hp / 6.75Kw ( Fitted 2018 )
1 cylinder
Cooling: Raw water
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel Capacity: 30L
Controls: Morse
Fuel Cons: Approx 1 Ltr per hr
Range: approx 100-150NM
Drive: Shaft
Prop: 3 Blade bronze

ELECTRICAL
1 x 12v Domestic Battery - 2014
1 x 12v Engine Battery - 2014
12v Switch panel DB
240v Shore Power with cable
CTEK 12v 5amp Battery Charger
Complete re-wire 2014 with marine condition trimmed wire.


Rig

RIG
Sloop Rig
Anodised Aluminium Mast & Boom(Selden)
Furlex Roller furl Genoa
Stack pack Lazy Jack Main
Halyards routed to cockpit
Canvas cockpit Halyard pockets
4 x Jib Winches in Cockpit
2 x Harken halyard winches
Main sail New 2017
Spinnaker 2007
Genoa with UV strip


Equipment

NAVIGATION & ELECTRONICS
VHF: Navman DSC 7200 - 2008
GPS: Garmin GPS45
Wind,Depth,Log: Clipper
Autopilot: Raytheon - 2009
Compass: Sestrel

EQUIPMENT
Electric Pump for Dinghy
Coachroof grab rails
Wooden Outboard bracket
5 x Warps
4 x Mooring Cleats
10 x Fenders
6 x Rope Clutches
Rope Boarding Ladder
Pushpit Pulpit Guardrails
Bow roller
Sprayhood - Owen Sails - Maroon - 1998
Cockpit Canopy - Owen Sails - Maroon - 2013
Dodger - Owen Sails - Maroon - 2013
Anchor - CQR 36lbs with 30m x 6mm Chain & 20m Multiplait warp Anchor -
Kedge 5kg with 5m x 3mm Chain & 10m Multiplait warp
Manual Windlass
Flares - Coastal Pack - December 2018
1 x Manual Bilge Pump
1 x Electric Bilge Pump
1 x Fire Blanket
1 x Fire Extinguisher - Manual - Powder - 2019
4 x Lifejackets - 2019
3 x Harnesses
1 x Lifebuoy
1 x Lifesling
Nav
Air Horn


Accommodation

ACCOMODATION

SALOON:
Timber interior finish
2 x Single Berths - Padded seats/mattress
Plastic sink with tap
Water Capacity: 20L

GALLEY
2 x portable Gas Cookers
Kettle
Electric Fan Heater
Sou Wester Barometer Forward Area
Small 12v Fridge

FOREPEAK
2 x Single Berths
Jabsco Manual Flush Toilet (Service valves advised)
Chain/storage compartment
Under bunk Storage
Waterproof Cannister


Construction

CONSTRUCTION

Model: Contessa 26
Year 1966
Designer: Jeremy Rogers
Builder: Jeremy Rogers
Hull: CON100
Sail: CON100
LOA: 26'/ 7.92m
Beam: 7'6"/ 2.34m
Draft: 1.25.
Displacement: 3000kg
Hull: GRP
Hull Colour: Flag Blue with Cream Deck
Rudder: Transom Hung
Keel: Traditional Full
Steering: Tiller (was replaced)
Cockpit: Aft

Last Antifloul 2022


Disclaimer

For a full, detailed specification with additional photographs and direct contact details for the listing office visit our website

The 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.

Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are made
Sail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of age
Fuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years old
Standing rigging and sails are more than 10 years old

NOTE - Please ring our offices prior to visiting, as the boat may be unavailable for viewing or located at a different marina.


Disclaimer

For a full, detailed specification with additional photographs and direct contact details for the listing office visit our website

The 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.

Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are made
- Sail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of age
- Fuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years old
- Standing rigging and sails are more than 10 years old

Please note that as the broker/agent, we cannot guarantee or warrant the serviceability of any safety equipment included within the inventory, including but not limited to the condition, operation, or service dates of such equipment. It is the responsibility of the buyer to thoroughly inspect and assess the condition of all safety equipment prior to purchase.


NOTE - Please ring our offices prior to visiting, as the boat may be unavailable for viewing or located at a different marina.

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Propulsion
Engine
1 x Yanmar
Fuel
Diesel
Fuel capacity
30 litres

The 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.

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Portishead Marina Office

Portishead Marina (Bristol), Newfoundland Way
Portishead
BS20 7DF
United Kingdom
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