BENETEAU FIRST 325 QUALITY CRUISER/RACER, EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE!  Under Contract

The Beneteau First range is renowned for producing versatile yachts with exceptional sailing performance, spacious and comfortable interiors, and excellent build quality. The First 325 exemplifies these qualities, and with over 200 built the model proved to be one of the most popular of the era. The excellent performance has allowed the design to continue to be competitive twilight and round the buoy racers, whilst the vessel is equally as well suited as a first cruising yacht for a family. Easily managed solo or shorthanded, this is a vessel that ticks all the boxes and will please even the most discerning sailor. This vessel is a good example of the design, having been sailed from Sydney to Northern Tasmania in 2017. The vessel has since been enjoyed for coastal cruising and features A LARGE TOP LOADING 12V FRIDGE, ELECTRIC TOILET, H/C PRESSURISED WATER, UPGRADED ELECTRONICS, NEW 2022 BATTERIES, NEW 2022 BOOM COVER, NEW 2017 FORESTAY AND CHECK STAYS, the list goes on. Whether you are looking for a safe and stable first yacht, comfortable cruiser, or competitive racer, this is a vessel that can do it all with ease!

Stepping inside, the interior space of the vessel is sure to impress. The generous saloon features a central folding leaf dinette with seating for 6 in comfort on the neatly upholstered settees. The L-shaped galley is well appointed, and easily used whilst underway. This features a large top loading fridge, 2 burner gas stove with oven, double bowl stainless steel sink with H/C pressurised water, and plenty of storage. The accommodation is ideal for cruising with family and friends. There is a large private double berth aft, and double v-berth forward. There are two single settee berths available when additional accommodation is required. Opposite the galley is the traditional chart table, and the package is complete with private bathroom with electric toilet, H/C shower, and vanity.

Outside, the cockpit is well set up with controls in easy reach. With the Raymarine tiller pilot, self tailing primary winches, and furling headsail, the vessel is easy and enjoyable to sail shorthanded. The deck has an excellent non-slip surface built into the Gelcoat, and there is easy access around the wide side decks to the bow. The electric anchor winch is inside the anchor locker keeping the fore deck clear for racing, and features a remote for easy anchoring.

This vessel is powered by a 28HP Volvo Diesel Engine with exceptionally low hours. There is excellent access for easy servicing and the engine provides comfortable cruising at 5 to 6 knots.

With its quality production build, all the cruising comforts, and excellent sailing performance, this vessel is sure to impress! For more information please call Jo Breen on 0432031100 or John Radonic on 0459322862.

Derwent Boat Sales offers the information on this vessel including condition, in good faith as provided by the Owner/Vendor. While confident about the accuracy we cannot Guarantee or Warrant it but will assist any prospective purchaser verify this as part of the purchase process.