Carvel Gaff Rigged Sailing Yacht, launched 1926, SOUTHERN CROSS is now exclusively for sale with DBY Boat Sales.
A classic yacht such as this one does not come up for sale very often. The current owner and ships master has owned Southern Cross since 1990, completing multiple coastal passages and journeys. She is a very well known and respected classic wooden yacht in Australian waters.
The eye catching first look and the head turning thereafter says she is a pearl. There are few yachts crafted to this level anymore. Maintained throughout her years, with the most recent and extensive rebuild in 2012, the yacht is ultimately, as good as new.
The rebuild took place from 2009 - 2012 and included all new deck, bulk heads, ribs and inner transoms and much more. Using traditional build methods, copper nails and roves and bronze screws throughout. All new plumbling, electrical, engine, fuel and water tanks, the fridge and much more. The build report, photos and April 2024 survey are available on request.
The rigging is 3 years old and in perfect condition as are the complete set of sails.
The 30hp Nanni diesel is immaculate with extremely low hours since the install in 2018.
Southern Cross has been maintained to the highest standard continuing to reflect the same condition as when the rebuild was completed in 2012. She sits under full covers for full protection.
Southern Cross is AMSA red flag internationally registered, original and only SOUTHERN CROSS.
Her history is long and dates back into WWII where she still carries a bullet under the mast. A "Warship". History buffs can explore her colourful history and enjoy being her new custodian, relishing in the interest that she brings.
Specifications:
Designer : Bob Sawner
Builder : Bob Sawner - Freemantle WA
Water (Potable) Capacity (l) : 100
Hull Construction Material : 1 inch thick timber planked - Jarrah.
Hull Type : Monohull
Deck Construction Material : Marine Ply overlaid with 20mm Beech decking. Deck beams: Timber - Spotted Gum 75mm x 50mm.
Country Origin : Australia
Length (feet) : 32 feet
Length (m) : 9.65 m
Length Waterline (m) : 9.15 m
Beam/Width (feet) : 3.16 feet
Draft (m) : 1.64 m
Keel/Ballast : Lead bolted to 'dead wood' with bronze bolts.
Dry Weight (kgs) : 6000 kgs
Number of Helms : 1 x tiller with autopilot
Displacement : 6000
Colour : White
Engine Notes : New in 2018 - superb condition with low hours
Number Of Engines : One
Engine Standard : Immaculate
Stroke : 4
Engine Hours : Very low
Horse Power (hp) : 30
Drive Type : Shaft
Number of Batteries : 12 v batteries: 3 deep cyle: Lithium. Start batteries: 1. House batteries: 2 Isolating switch: Yes Enerdrive battery charger.
Fuel Type : Diesel
Number of Fuel Tanks : 1
Fuel Tank Capacity (L) : 100
Propeller : Bronze 3 blade
Steering System : Timber Tiller. Wind Vane: Aries - in good condition.
Accommodation Notes : Quarter berth. Saloon berths x 2. Headroom: 1.8m
Number of Berths : 3
Number of Toilets : 1
Toilet Type : Porta Potty (inside cabinet).
Holding Tank (L) : 20
Stove : Gas 2 burner ENO
Refrigeration : 150L Danfoss fridge/freezer
Number of Freezers : 150L Danfoss fridge/freezer
Number of Sinks : 2
Anchor / Winch : Pioneer anchor winch.
Bilge Pump : 12 v operated - Manual - Henderson.
Mast/Rigging : Mast: Keel stepped - Varnished timber. Age of Rigging: 4 Years
Sail Inventory : Genoa, Mainsail, Staysail.
Electrics : One solar panel. 300 watts amp power.
Electronics Navigation : Depth sounder: GME. Compass: SWUUNTO: Size 6.
Dinghy : Timber dinghy.
Safety Gear : Fire Extinguishers. Flares. V Sheet. EPIRB: 406Mhz (expiry - 2027). Torch.
Covers : Extensive
Ground Tackle : CQR size: 35lb. Chain: 40m x 10m. Rope: 100m x 25mm.
GPS : GME
Has Navigation Lights : Yes
Radio : VHF Radio: ICOM AM/FM Radio: GME
Number of Life Jackets : 3
Remarks : The 2024 Survey reports that Southern Cross has been well built and is in good structural condition and has been very well maintained overall. All varnishing inside and out is in excellent condition.
Vessel Name : SOUTHERN CROSS
Inspect now or miss the opprtunity to own a colourful piece of history.
Location
Mackay/Whitsundays Area Bowan, QLD
Usage
Family, Leisure, Cruising
Builder
Bob Sawner - Freemantle WA
Keel / Ballast
Lead bolted to 'dead wood' with bronze bolts.
Deck Material
Marine Ply overlaid with 20mm Beech decking. Deck beams: Timber - Spotted Gum 75mm x 50mm.
Engine
New in 2018 - superb condition with low hours
Batteries: 12 v batteries: 3 deep cyle: Lithium. Start batteries: 1. House batteries: 2 Isolating switch: Yes Enerdrive battery charger.
Propulsion
Bronze 3 blade
Accommodation
Quarter berth. Saloon berths x 2. Headroom: 1.8m
Refrigeration
150L Danfoss fridge/freezer
Freezer
150L Danfoss fridge/freezer
Toilet
Porta Potty (inside cabinet).
Safety Gear
Fire Extinguishers. Flares. V Sheet. EPIRB: 406Mhz (expiry - 2027). Torch.
Bilge Pumps
12 v operated - Manual - Henderson.
Electrics
One solar panel. 300 watts amp power.
Electronics
Depth sounder: GME. Compass: SWUUNTO: Size 6.
Sail Inventory
Genoa, Mainsail, Staysail.
Mast / Rigging
Mast: Keel stepped - Varnished timber. Age of Rigging: 4 Years
ABOUT THE SELLER
Princes Street Marina
16 Princes Street
Newport Beach
MORE BOATS FROM DBY BOAT SALES PITTWATER