Contessa 26 (1973) for sale in Portland, United Kingdom

£9,950 GBP
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The 1973 Contessa 26 on sale in Portland, UK, is a classic sailing yacht known for its robust design and performance. With an overall length of 7.76 metres and a beam of 2.29 metres, this vessel features a reliable Beta 10HP inboard diesel engine fitted in 2009, maintained with annual servicing. Recent updates include new mainsail and genoa from 2013 and a comprehensive interior renovation by a local boatyard. Standing rigging was replaced in 2012. The boat is equipped with essential navigation tools like a Plastimo Compass and Nasa Marine equipment, and safety features include a liferaft and bilge pump. The interior offers a double V berth, manual marine toilet, and newly upholstered bunks. Constructed with a GRP hull, deck, and superstructure, it offers reliable durability. This Contessa 26 presents a ready-to-sail option for enthusiasts seeking a dependable and well-maintained yacht.

General information
Make/model
Contessa 26
Category
Used sail boat for sale
Price
Tax / VAT status
Paid / Included
Name of boat
Lucienne II
Year
1973
Designer
David Sadler
Length overall
7.76 metres
Beam
2.29 metres
Draft
1.22 metres
Displacement
1,043 kg
Hull
fibreglassGrp monohull
Location
Portland, United Kingdom

About this Contessa 26

English

Marketing Description

Here we have a 1973 Contessa 26 that has been well cared for by the current owner. Benefitting from recent maintenance completed such as antifouling, engine and seacocks service. She has a Beta 10 engine that replaced the old engine in 2009 and has been well cared for and serviced by the owner annually. The main and genoa were new in 2013 and in the last year, an extensive interior renovation has been carried out to a high standard by the local boatyard. This is a ready-to-go package for the discerning buyer. Get in touch to book your viewing.


Mechanical

Beta 10HP inboard diesel engine
Shaft drive
Alternator


Electrical

Engine battery
Domestic battery


Rigging

Masthead sloop
Standing rigging replaced 2012

Winches
2x Barton 2SPD winches
2x Lewmar SPD winches

Sails
Mainsail (new 2013)
Genoa (new 2013)
Spinnaker
Storm jib


Navigation

Plastimo Compass
Clipper wind
Nasa marine speed and distance log
Nasa marine depth sounder
Midland VHF radio


Deck

Anchor chain and warp
Warps and fenders
Sprayhood
Boathook
Custom made boom tent


Safety

Fire extinguisher
Liferaft
Horse shoe lifebouy
Bilge pump


Accommodation

Comprehensive renovation in the last year including re-flow coating and painting the interior and new upholstery on port and starboard bunks

Forward Cabin
Double V berth

Heads
Mirror
Jabsco manual marine toilet
Hanging locker opposite

Galley
SS sink / wash basin
Mug rack
Storage cupboard for pots and pans
SS mount for stove

Saloon
Settees / bunks port and starboard
Storage under
Shelves behind


Construction

GRP hull deck and superstructure


Documentation

Bills of sale evidencing 5 years clear title


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 Beta 10
Fuel
Diesel
Accommodation
Number of cabins
1
Number of berths
4

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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Broker/Dealer Information

Portland Marina Office

Portland Marina (Dorset), Osprey Quay, 6 Hamm Beach Road, Portland
Dorset
DT5 1DX
United Kingdom
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