Adams 13

2003 Adams 13m Touring Yacht -- Corecell Construction, Centreboard, Fully Equipped, Impeccably Maintained
Some yachts are owned.
A few are cherished.
This 2003 Adams 13-metre touring yacht belongs firmly in the second category -- a beautifully engineered, intelligently equipped vessel that has been loved, maintained, and continuously upgraded by owners who understood her value.
Built using Corecell foam sandwich with GRP skins inside and out, she offers exceptional stiffness, strength, and longevity. The hull presents zero signs of osmosis, stress cracking, or structural fatigue -- a testament to both the quality of the build and the meticulous care she has received throughout her life.
A forward collision watertight bulkhead adds a layer of safety rarely found in yachts of this size, reinforcing her offshore-ready credentials.

ENGINE & MECHANICAL
Powered by a Kubota 35 hp diesel, fully serviced and running beautifully, she delivers smooth, economical propulsion through a shaft drive fitted with a Slipstream folding propeller (installed 2010).
A 35kg Vetus bow thruster makes close-quarters manoeuvring effortless -- a huge advantage in marinas and tight anchorages.
All batteries are AGM Exide, securely mounted and in excellent condition.

SAILS, RIGGING & DECK GEAR
This is a yacht designed to be sailed -- and sailed well.
o All standing rigging replaced in 2022
o Chainplates inspected and passed
o Single-line mainsail reefing
o All sheets and reefing lines led back to the cockpit
o Easily handled by two people
o Exceptionally quick upwind thanks to her efficient hull and centreboard design
Her shoal-draft keel with extending centreboard gives you the best of both worlds:
o 1.3 m draft with board up -- perfect for shallow anchorages
o 2.67 m draft with board down -- superb upwind performance
A spray dodger keeps the helm dry, and a solar panel mounted on the bimini keeps the batteries topped up.

ELECTRONICS & NAVIGATION
Fully equipped for coastal and extended cruising:
o Garmin GPS & Plotter
o Furuno wind, log & depth instruments
o Icom VHF Radio
o GME gas sniffer
o All interior and exterior lighting upgraded to LED

INTERIOR & ACCOMMODATION
Comfortable, practical, and ready for extended time aboard:
o 6 berths
o 200 L fresh water capacity
o Swinging gas stove & oven
o Top-loading fridge & freezer
o Engine-driven eutectic system -- all in perfect working order
o Single head with electric toilet
o 130 L holding tank
o Hot & cold shower
o Spacious dining table and lounges
Everything is functional, clean, and clearly maintained with pride.

DIMENSIONS & STRUCTURE
o Length: 13 m
o Beam: 3.1 m
o Displacement: approx. 8 tonnes
o Construction: Corecell foam sandwich with GRP skins
o Forward watertight collision bulkhead
She passed her 2020 insurance survey with flying colours, and her impeccable service history and full documentation come with the vessel.

THE STORY THAT SELLS THIS YACHT
This is a reluctant sale -- and it shows.
She has been loved, upgraded, and cared for in a way that gives buyers confidence from the moment they step aboard.
She's the kind of yacht that invites adventure:
quiet anchorages, long passages, shallow bays others can't reach, and the joy of a boat that simply sails beautifully.
Fast upwind, stable at sea, and easy for two people to handle, she is the perfect blend of performance, safety, and comfort.
For the buyer who wants a yacht with genuine capability, proven construction, and a history that inspires confidence, this Adams 13m stands out as an exceptional opportunity.