Magnum 8.5

Magnum 8.5 -Outstanding Condition | Extensive Upgrades

Designer / Builder: South Coast Yachts - Sail number 78

A rare opportunity to purchase what is arguably one of the best Magnum 8.5's. This vessel is the final Magnum 8.5 built by South Coast Yachts and has been meticulously maintained with continuous upgrades over the last decade. A superb performance cruiser with an enviable race record - 6× winner of the Magnum Easter Cup - yet equally comfortable and capable as a family cruiser.

Key Features
o Last Magnum 8.5 built by South Coast Yachts
o Maxwell Electric anchor windless
o Cabin top handrails
o Full boat cover
o Autohalm ST1000 self-steering
o Boom bag and lazy jacks
o Bimini
o Solar panel
o 2 x Mainsails, 2 x Working Jib, #1 Genoa, Storm Jib, Spinnaker
o One of the best examples of the design
o Exceptional dual-purpose yacht - fast, responsive, and easy to sail
o Six-time winner of the Magnum Easter Cup
o Continually upgraded and maintained to a high standard

Recent Upgrades (Last 10 Years)
o New Mackay Road trailer
o New outboard engine
o New mainsail
o New self-tacking jib
o New Andersen self-tailing halyard winches
o New Garmin instruments & chart plotter
o New bunk cushions and covers
o New dodger

General Description
This Magnum 8.5 represents a great combination of performance and practicality. Easy to handle shorthanded with its self-tacking headsail, yet competitive enough to win consistently. The interior is clean and refreshed with new soft furnishings, and the cockpit and deck equipment have all been modernised to ensure reliable, enjoyable sailing.
A fantastic opportunity for anyone seeking a well-sorted, well-proven yacht with pedigree.