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Bruce Clarke Design by AK Porter Marine

AU $220,000

Length Launch Year

53' 11" - 16.43m 1979

Launch Year

1979

Hull

Timber

Location

Newport NSW

Finance from only $ 00
per week

Pre-Purchase Inspection

AU $220,000

Length Launch Year

53' 11" - 16.43m 1979

Hull

Timber

Location

Newport NSW

Finance from only $ 00
per week

Pre-Purchase Inspection

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

Reference

ChivasRegal

Usage

Cruising

Launch Year

1979

Hull

Timber Sheathed strip planked Kauri on laminated frames

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

Deck Material

Teak over ply

Engine Make

Ford Lehman

Engine

Reliable non turbo, no electronics. Recently serviced great condition

Number Engines

Horsepower

120

Fuel Type

Diesel

Engine Hours

Fuel Consumption

3.6 lph

Max Speed

Cruise Speed

6.5

Propulsion

3 blade propeller on shaft

Fuel

800l

Water

800l

Accommodation

Spacious Main saloon incorporating 2 double berths / day lounges. Forward private cabin. Great headroom, storage abounds plenty of light and ventilation

Cabins

Berths

Galley

L shaped galley with storage in draws and cupboards

Refrigeration

Yes

Stove

Force 3 Burner with Oven and Grill

Water Maker

800l

Hotwater System

Yes off engine

Shower

Yes seperate shower stall

Toilet

Entertainment

Stereo

Air Conditioning

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

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.