Bruce Clarke Design by AK Porter Marine
Price AU $220,000
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Price
AU $220,000
Details
Classic 53' Sloop. Beautifully constructed of Strip planked Kauri fastened to laminated frames and sheathed. Finished in AWLGRIP paint. Low maintenance and strong. Step aboard Chivas Regal, feel the laid teak deck under foot you will be impressed by her sturdy nature. She has a deep well protected and shaded cockpit, with all sail trimming done within easy reach. 4 winches, 2 electric make sail handling a breeze. She has a lovely open plan saloon incorporating galley, dinette and 2 large lounges which double as twin berths. Private cabin forward. She is powered by a 120 hp Ford Diesel which makes for easy motoring @ 6.5 Knots. She has timeless lines and is a well balanced and comfortable cruising yacht. Ideal for long passages or a short hop around the buoys.
Region
South Pacific
Location
Newport NSW
Usage
Cruising
Reference
ChivasRegal
Year
1979
Designer
Bruce Clarke
Builder
A K Porter Marine LTD NZ
Length
53' 11" - 16.43m
Beam
13'6"
Draft
6'2"
Displacement
19000kgs
Keel / Ballast
Lead
Hull Material
Timber Sheathed strip planked Kauri on laminated frames
Deck Material
Teak over ply
Engine
Reliable non turbo, no electronics. Recently serviced great condition
Engine Make
Ford Lehman
Horsepower
120
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
NA
Number Engines
1
Fuel Consumption
3.6 lph
Max Speed
9
Cruise Speed
6.5
Propulsion
3 blade propeller on shaft
Fuel
800l
Water
800l
Galley
L shaped galley with storage in draws and cupboards
Refrigeration
Yes
Stove
Force 3 Burner with Oven and Grill
WaterMaker
800l
Hot Water System
Yes off engine
Accommodation
Spacious Main saloon incorporating 2 double berths / day lounges. Forward private cabin. Great headroom, storage abounds plenty of light and ventilation
Cabins
1
Berths
7
Shower
Yes seperate shower stall
Toilet
1
Entertainment
Stereo
Air Conditioning
No
Dinghy
Highfield Inflatable
Outboard
15 HP Suzuki
Ground Tackle
Excell anchor 100m chain
Safety Gear
As per NZ Cat 1
Bilge Pumps
3 Electric
Life Raft
Yes
Epirb
Yes
Life Jackets
3
Flares
Yes
Fire Protection
Extinguishers
Electrics
Yacht rewired 2023. Including House batteries 400 amp hours, New solar and Victron Controllers.
Electronics
Raymarine Axiom 12 Plotter, sounder. Autopilot, Boat speed and log
Sail Inventory
Main, Yankee and Staysail VGC Storm Jib and Trisail
Mast / Rigging
Alloy deck stepped mast with 2 spreaders
Deck Gear
2 electric 2 manual primary winches
Remarks
Chivas Regal presents in excellent condition. She has many improvements and upgrades including electronics, sails, canvas and an interior refit in preparation for long distance cruising. She is currently cruising Fijian waters with her fastidious owner on board. Rest assured she is constantly serviced and maintained. A great opportunity to purchase a capable classic. Easily sailed to Australia, New Zealand or waters beyond. Get in touch with us to discuss the possibilities.