Classic 27 Foot Motor Cruiser

Stunning Classic motor Cruiser
£39,950.00
  • Boat REF#  ·  334575
  • Length  ·  8.05m
  • Year  ·  1936
  • Construction  ·  Wood
  • Underwater profile  ·  Semi-Displacement
  • Sleeping berths  ·  4
  • Engine  ·  1 x diesel 38hp, Nanni N4.38 (2021)
  • Lying  ·  Brundall
Boatshed Norfolk
Boatshed Norfolk
Gary Travis

Extra Details

Designer Unknown
Builder Possibly Dover Boatyard
Lying Brundall
Last survey 04/08/2021

Mechanical

Engine 1 x diesel 38hp
Engine make and model Nanni N4.38 (2021)
Engine Hours Not Recorded
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering wheel
Drive shaft
Prop(s) 3 Blade Bronze
Fuel consumption (approx) 1.6 ltr (0.4 USG) /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx) 5 knots
Max speed (approx) 8 knots

Hydraulic steering

Dimensions

Length 8.05m
LOD 7.92m
LWL 7.77m
Beam 2.68m
Draft Min 0.80m
Draft Max 0.80m
Airdraft 2.13m
Headroom 1.85m
Storage In water

Construction

Construction Wood
Underwater profile Semi-Displacement
Finish 2 pack finish

Mahogany Carvel on oak beams with Teak decks

Accommodation

Total # of berths 4
No. of double berths 2
Cabin(s) 1
Sink 1
Shower 1
Heads 1 heads (Electric)

Electric toilet, macerator and waste tank.
Oak work surfaces with ample storage

4 burner propane Stove

Accommodation

Stove
Broiler
Oven
Sink
Refrigerator
Drapes
Cabin heating
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Non-Smokers

Electric toilet, macerator and waste tank.
Oak work surfaces with ample storage

4 burner propane Stove

Deck Gear

Cockpit cover
Tonneau cover
Rode
Fenders
Boathook
Swim Platform

Electric Lofrans windlass (with remote control)
1 anchors
(Mudweight)
5.00m of chain
10.00m of rode
Owner is currently addressing the "Spotting" on the decks, I will retake all the pictures as soon as this is done.

Broker's Comments

A superbly presented classic cabin cruiser on which the owners have spent a great deal of time and money 'saving' this traditional cruiser from an uncertain future as she was discovered unloved and unappreciated.

Although we cannot be sure of the original builders or designers of the boat, it was clearly a well constructed craft with a raked stem and transom stern design and a round bilge mid section, underpinned by a full length keel extending below the propellor and the rudder. There was a vessel of the same name and approximate size registered on the river Thames until 2009 which had been built in 1935 by Dover Boatyard.

The round bilge and strong build would suggest that it was built for coastal use originally and the owner thinks that the quality of the timber suggests a pre-war build. He was also able to use teak left over from his work on the Cutty Sark rebuild and evidence of the vendor's excellent craftsmanship is everywhere to be seen.

Built of carvel mahogany on oak and now painted cream with varnished decks and superstructure, the boat has had a full ground up renovation.

The ash interior is light with a good sized double berth in the bow, heads with shower and period basin, a well equipped galley with 4 burner gas cooker and double oven, wheelhouse, new engine (Nanni N4.38) and a covered aft cockpit which can be opened up when the weather permits.

There is a full length winter cover which was made recently which is included.

The Boat Safety Certificate expires in 2026.

There is a list of all items purchased for the rebuild available.

The full refurbishment cost over £70,000 for the new engine, wiring, fittings and approximately 2000 hours of labour. The hull was checked and repainted during winter 2023.

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

Owners FAQ's

How long have you owned the boat for?

4 years

Why are you selling her?

Lack of Use

Where have you sailed her?

Norfolk Broads

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