1966 Camper & Nicholsons 32
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Renowned for its outstanding build quality and sea-keeping ability, the Nicholson 32 Mk V is a classic long-keel cruiser designed for serious sailing. Built by Camper & Nicholsons and Halmatic, this yacht combines traditional craftsmanship with rugged GRP construction, delivering strength, stiffness, and reliability in offshore conditions.With a deep hull, high ballast ratio, and forgiving motion, the Nicholson 32 is exceptionally stable and capable, making it a favourite among ocean voyagers and solo sailors alike. The Mk V benefits from refinements in layout and rig, offering improved comfort below deck, with full-length berths, generous storage, and over 6 feet of headroom.Whether you're crossing oceans or exploring coastal waters, the Nicholson 32 Mk V inspires confidence with every mile. Elegant, dependable, and full of character, she remains one of the most respected and enduring cruising yachts in her class. Mechanical Beta BD72220HP2500 HoursShaft driveEngine cleaned and re-painted - July 2023Last serviced - August 2024New water pump - July 2023Fuel tank cleaned - May 2025Injector pump - August 2025 Electrical1 x Lucas 95Ah Leisure Battery - December 20211 x Platinum AGM 100ah Leisure Battery - December 2021Engine Alternator - June 2025Smart relay - November 2024Solar Panel - April 2024Electrical overhaul - November 2024NavigationAt chart table:Plotter - Garmin GPS 128DSC/VHF - Silva S10Navtex - NASA MarineIn cockpit:Chartplotter - Lowrance HDS5mClipper Duet combined Speed & LogAutopilot - Simard TP20 Tiller PilotCompassMasthead Tri-Colour - 2022Steaming Light - 2022Spreader & Deck Lights - 2022Echomax Radar Reflector - 2022 Sails, Spars and Rigging Sloop RigKeel Stepped Proctor Mast & BoomMast & Boom Repainted in May 2022 with CromadexStanding Rigging - 2015Running Rigging - 2022Mainsheet - October 2024Gooseneck Bracket Replaced in 20222 x Lewmar 16 ST halyard winch - 2022Spinnaker PoleSlab reefing main with stackpackFurling headsail with Sailspar continuous furling lineSails1 x Mainsail - April 20241 x Genoa (7/10)1 x Spinnaker (4/10)1 x Trisail Interior & Domestic4 x berths in 1 cabin plus saloon1 x heads with manual toilet - Serviced September 2024Charcoal heater in saloon - Hampshire HeatersNew headlining - 2023New curtains - 2023New cushions - 2023Re-varnished interior - 2023Galley with oven with 2 x ring burners - Dometic StarlighCoolbox/fridgeSinkDeckTiller SteeringGRP deck - Teack in cocpit2 x Lewmar 40 ST winches in cockpit - 2022Manual Anchor Windlass - LofransAnchor - Lewmar CQR with 40m Galvanised ChainAnchor lockerStainless steel pushpit and pulpitBoarding LadderWarps - October 2024FendersSafetyLiferaft - ML Lifeguard - Requires servicing2 x Horseshoe Lifebuoy with LightsFireblanketManual Bilge PumpGas System Last Checked - July 2024 CanvasFrame for sprayhoodStackpack - April 2024 MiscellaneousAvon DinghyTopsides fully repainted with AWL Grip - 2022Flexible water tank fitted but not operational due to split2 x gas bottles Documentation Bills of Sale evidencing 5 years clear titleVAT exempt - Built in 1966 MeasurementsLOA: 9.75 mBeam: 2.82 mFuel Tanks Cap.: 75 L
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