Snapdragon 27 (1974) for sale in Leigh on Sea, Essex, United Kingdom

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Explore the open seas this summer with the classic Snapdragon 27, snugly harboured in Leigh on Sea, Essex. Manufactured in 1974 by Thames Marine, this venerable vessel combines sturdy craftsmanship with timeless charm. Despite needing a little aesthetic TLC, it's undeniably a superb starter boat or upgrade for those accustomed to smaller cruisers or day sailers. Meticulously crafted GRP construction offers six comfortable berths across the saloon and forward cabin. With a full heads compartment and capable galley, this boat is spacious enough for extended trips. While it may not be the fastest boat on the water, it's definitely one of the safest and most dependable. The Snapdragon 27 upholds its sterling reputation for exceptional comfort and handling in robust seas. This sale includes storage until mid-April - but get your paint brushes ready for a weekend of varnishing before its dedicated water lift on the 19th of April. The added bonus is the potential for a mooring spot where it currently lies, but swift action is advisable. Get onboard with the Snapdragon 27 and embark on your nautical adventure today. The vessel's name? The Phoenix - surely a sign of rejuvenation to come.

General information
Make/model
Snapdragon 27
Category
Sail boat for sale
Price
Name of boat
Snapdragon 27
Year
1974
Designer
Thames Marine
Length overall
8.23 metres
Beam
2.74 metres
Draft
0.91 metres
Displacement
2,795 kg
Keel
Bilge Keel
Location
Leigh on Sea, Essex, United Kingdom

About this Snapdragon 27

English

Snapdragon 27 ready to sail but in need of some love, a great starter boat or upgrade from a day Sailer/smaller cruiser, offering 6 berths in the saloon and forward cabin, full heads compartment and capable galley.

The Snapdragon 27 isn’t known for winning races but is renowned for its spacious saloon and its comfort in a strong sea, Phoenix is in need of some cosmetic love (deck paint, clean, varnishing etc) but a weekend or two should see her ready to sail this summer, storage until mid April and lift in to water on 19th April included, mooring available, currently lying in Leigh on Sea, viewing welcome.

Dimensions Details
Cockpit Position: Aft

Construction Details
Hull Shape:
Additional Information:
LOA - 27ft 3 ins
Beam - 8ft 6 ins
Draft - 2ft 6 ins
Displacement – 2,795 KG
Underwater Profile – Bilge Keel
Construction – GRP
Year Of Construction – 1974
Builder – Thames Marine

Tank Details
Fuel: 50 ltrs/ph
No of fuel tanks: 1
Water: 120
No of water tanks: 1

Navigation

Navigation Aids
Additional Navigation Information:
Nasa depth sounder
Steering compass
DSC VHF

Rig/Sails

Sails Details
Additional Information:
1 x Mainsail (good condition)
1 x Genoa (good condition)

Rig Details
Additional Information:
Sloop Rigged
Stainless Steel Rigging
Roller Reefed Genoa

Winches Details

Safety Equipment

Safety Equipment Details
EPIRB: No
No. Life Jackets: 0
Jack Stays: NO
No. Life Buoy: 0
No. Dan Buoy: 0
No. Electric Bilge Pumps: 0
No. Manual Bilge Pumps: 0
Radar Reflector: NO
Emergency Tiller: NO
Gas Alarm: NO
No. Of Fire Blanket: 0
No. Of Fire Extinguishers: 0
Additional Information:

Equipment

Deck Equipment Details
Additional Information:
Anchor & Chain
Swim Ladder
Fenders
Warps
Sprayhood
Dodgers

Tenders & Toy Details

Electronics

Electrics Details
On-board Voltage1: 12V
On-board Voltage2: 220V
On-board Voltage3:
Domestic Batteries: 2 x 12V 110 AH Batteries (New 2023)
Shore Power: NO

Machinery Details
Engine Age: Original
Prop Type: Fixed
Drive Type: Shaft
Additional Information:
Single inboard engine
Perkins Perama
20 HP
Diesel
Shaft Drive

Accommodation
Additional Information:
6 Berths in 2 Cabins
2 Doubles
2 Singles
1 Heads
Forward Cabin – Double V Berth
Saloon – 2 Singles, 1 double.
Heads – Rule sea toilet, washbasin.
Galley – Gas Oven/Stove, Sink, Storage.
General Details
Construction Type: GRP
Engine HP: 20
Port/Marina: Leigh on Sea, Essex
Boat Docking: Ashore
Vessel Name: Phoenix

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Propulsion
Engine
1 x Perkins Perama
Fuel
Diesel
Fuel capacity
50 litres
This Snapdragon 27 has been viewed 459 times
Broker/Dealer Information

Indigo Yachting

Mr Jonty Stubbs
3 Martins Barn Birdham Road
Chichester
West Sussex
PO20 7BX
United Kingdom
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