1967 Fairey Huntsman 31
Specifications
Equipment & Extras
- Beam
- 8'4"
- Year
- 1967
- Draft
- 2'9"
- Category
- Used power boat for sale
- Location
- Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom
- Make/model
- Fairey Huntsman 31
- Displacement
- 5.05 tons (U.S.)
- Name of boat
- VENATOR
- Cruising speed
- 17 mph
- Length overall
- 31'0"
- Number of cabins
- 2
- Tax / VAT status
- Paid / Included
- Both engines removed and rebuilt by Timek engineering
- New stop and throttle cables
- New Tides stern seals
- 4x new fuel tanks
- P brackets replaced
- New electrics and LED wiring throughout
- New interior lighting
- New LED navigation lights
- New batteries and charging system
- New sink/ hob
- New fridge
- Refurbished interior veneer in teak
- New headlining in classic tongue and groove style
- New teak deck and caulking
- Refurbished heads and shower with black tank fitted
- Hull repaired and painted blue
- Superstructure painted white
- Hull No.1 of the Fairey Huntsman 31 range - true provenance and historic significance
- Comfortable saloon with a twin berth aft cabin and spacious cockpit
- Renowned deep-V hull designed by Alan Burnard offering outstanding seakeeping and handling
- Timeless 60's styling with elegant lines and a practical deck layout
- Ready for the coming season in turn-key condition
- Compass
- Depth sounder
- VHF radio
- Battery charger
- Manual bilge pump
- Navigation Lights
- Battery
- Anchor
- Fenders
Description
Be the next custodian of a true classic. 'Venator' is Hull No. 1 of the iconic Fairey Huntsman 31 range, with 60s styling and now a historic icon. Following a comprehensive refit in 2022, she is prepared and ready for the seasons ahead. As the very first Huntsman 31 to leave the Fairey yard, Venator carries provenance few classic motorboats can match, representing the birth of one of the most celebrated British offshore designs. Designed by the legendary Alan Burnard and built by Fairey Marine in 1967, the Huntsman 31 was made famous through her offshore racing success in the 1960s and quickly became synonymous with performance, style and seaworthiness. Venator embodies these qualities, while her extensive restoration ensures she not only museum-worthy collector's piece but also a practical, usable classic for seasons to come.2022 Refit:Both engines removed and rebuilt by Timek engineeringNew stop and throttle cablesNew Tides stern seals4x new fuel tanksP brackets replacedNew electrics and LED wiring throughoutNew interior lightingNew LED navigation lightsNew batteries and charging systemNew sink/ hobNew fridgeRefurbished interior veneer in teakNew headlining in classic tongue and groove styleNew teak deck and caulkingRefurbished heads and shower with black tank fittedHull repaired and painted blueSuperstructure painted whiteKey Highlights:Hull No.1 of the Fairey Huntsman 31 range - true provenance and historic significanceComfortable saloon with a twin berth aft cabin and spacious cockpitRenowned deep-V hull designed by Alan Burnard offering outstanding seakeeping and handlingTimeless 60's styling with elegant lines and a practical deck layoutReady for the coming season in turn-key conditionVenator is a spectacular example of the Fairey Huntsman 31 range and presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a piece of maritime history famed for both racing pedigree and offshore cruising comfort. With her refurbishment complete, she offers buyers the rare chance to own a usable, reliable and highly collectable classic with unmatched provenance. Priced to sell, viewing highly recommended.
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