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1972 Blakes Cruising Folkboat

Name: 1972 Blakes Cruising Folkboat
Brand: Blakes
Availability: InStock

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other used Listed 100 days ago

£4,000

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Specifications

Make Blakes

Model Cruising Folkboat

Year 1972

Length 26.3ft (8.0m)

Beam 2.13m

Draft 1.30m

Hull Material fibreglass/Grp

Engine Volvo MD5 B 7HP Diesel

Fuel Type diesel

Location Portland Marina, United Kingdom

Engine Make Volvo Penta

Engine Power 7 hp

Description

This 8.00M Folkboat is a compact, seaworthy classic that delivers more sea-going capability than its size suggests. Its traditional lines—long keel for tracking and stability, a stout beam, and a sturdy, simple rig—make it forgiving and secure in chop and heavy weather, even for short-handed crews. Inside, it maximizes space with a practical cabin that typically fits two to four berths, a small galley, and a simple head, On Deck, the roomy cockpit and robust fittings reflect its coastal-cruiser pedigree, while the boat’s ballast and conservative sail area provide a balanced, predictable feel ...

Change History

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Listed for 90 days

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4 days ago

Price dropped by £2,000 (33.3%)

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Boat Price

Deposit 15% (£600)

10% 50%

Loan Term

Interest Rate (APR) 6.9%

4.9% 9.9%

Monthly Finance Payment

£39

£3,400 over 10 years at 6.9% APR

Monthly Running Costs (estimated)

Mooring / berthing £292

Insurance £5

Maintenance £10

Fuel £292

Running costs subtotal £598/mo

True Monthly Cost

£637

Finance + running costs combined

Finance 6% Running costs 94%

Total Interest

£1,316

Total Cost (finance)

£5,316

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£4,000

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