Adams 44 Carina

Spirit of Tommie - Adams Carina 44

NOTE. I am in Indonesia so if you're going to ring me the only way you'll get me is through WhatsApp.

The boat will be ready to exchange at the end of my sailing journey could possibly deliver the boat, can discuss further if you are a motivated buyer.

Ocean-Going Liveaboard Cruiser | Proven Bluewater Yacht | Private Sale

After an incredible voyage from the Gold Coast, Australia to Lombok, Spirit of Tommie is now available for her next adventure. She's a beautifully presented, solid, and seaworthy Adams Carina 44 -- a classic design by Joe Adams, renowned for his safe, capable offshore cruisers.

Before departure, extensive upgrades were completed at The Boat Works, making her one of the best-equipped Adams 44s afloat. I've poured hundreds of hours of labour into this vessel -- there's truly nothing left to fix.


Recent Upgrades & Features

Full repaint - topsides, deck, and non-skid surfaces (completed last year)
Mast removed, repainted, and fully rewired
All standing rigging replaced, completed by top Brisbane craftsmen
New boom and slab reefing system
Brand-new mainsail
New mattresses and refitted interior walls in cabins
New cockpit enclosure, plus custom-built solar arch and davits rated to lift a 100 kg dinghy and engine with ease ($20,000)
1,300 W solar array powering a $17,000 Victron system with 600 Ah of lithium batteries
Complete electrical overhaul - all gas systems removed; everything now runs electric.

Sailing Performance

She carries a large, powerful rig ideal for light airs, complemented by Adams' brilliant retractable-keel design. The keel-up draft of 1.45 m (4'9") allows access to shallow anchorages most monohulls can't reach, while the 2.9 m (9'6") draft down gives her the stiffness and power to comfortably eat up the miles offshore.

Engine & Mechanical


Repowered in 2011 with a Nanni Diesel, based on the bulletproof Kubota block. Engine access is excellent -- simply remove the companionway stairs for full visibility and serviceability.

Interior & Comfort


Below deck, Spirit of Tommie offers a warm, practical, and social layout ideal for liveaboard life or extended cruising.

Generous saloon and dining area with solid timber finishes throughout
Well-equipped galley with loads of storage
Forward cabin with large double berth
Private head and shower to starboard
Aft cabin with a second double berth and a ¾ pilot berth, perfect for passage-making or guests

Her solid timber fit-out gives a sense of strength, warmth, and security not found in many lightweight production yachts.

Summary

S pirit of Tommie is a proven, self-sufficient, ocean-going liveaboard that's ready to keep crossing oceans or serve as a comfortable floating home. Every system has been thoughtfully upgraded with reliability, simplicity, and independence in mind.

She's truly adventure-ready -- just step aboard and sail away