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1978 Bluewater Yachts 41

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Specifications

Make Bluewater Yachts
Model 41
Year 1978
Length 47.0ft (14.3m)
Beam 3.96m
Draft 1.93m
Hull Material GRP
Engine Yanmar 56 HP, 2499 hours
Fuel Type diesel
Location Falmouth, UK

Equipment & Extras

Model
41
Engine
Yanmar
Beam (m)
3.96
Draft (m)
1.93
Engine HP
56
Engine Hours
2499
Manufacturer
Bluewater Yachts
Hull Material
GRP
Displacement (kg)
12000
Fuel Capacity (l)
500
Water Capacity (l)
500
  • GRP Epoxy coated 2004
  • White hull
  • Hull and topsides repainted with white Alwgrip 2024
  • Black antifouling – 2024
  • Teak decks new 2014, 12mm glued not screwed
  • Long keel with skeg hung rudder
  • Yanmar 4JH4AE new 2010
  • Approx 2500 hours (July 2024)
  • Fully serviced
  • Aquadrive unit new 2010
  • PSI dripless shaft seal, new bellows 2020
  • Intelligent Battery Monitor and new intelligent Pro Split charge distribution system
  • Darglow Featherstream 20” 4 blade feathering propeller
  • New alternator and regulator fitted 2022
  • 2kw diesel heating to saloon and cockpit
  • Isotemp 30ltr water heater, 240v and engine circulation
  • 2 x 125w solar panels – zipped onto bimini top
  • 1 x 50w solar panel on radar mast
  • 2 x solar regulators
  • Sleeps 6 in two cabins plus saloon
  • Forward twin
  • Aft large double with memory foam mattress (new 2022)
  • 2 saloon berths with lee clothes
  • Additional set of washable covers
  • Radio/CD Bluetooth/USB
  • Opening wood skylights to saloon and after cabin
  • Galley
  • 2 SS sinks with hot and cold water
  • Chest fridge, new plate and compressor 2020 (Dometic)
  • Eno two burner gas cooker with oven and grill
  • Large amount of cupboards and drawers
  • Heads
  • Hot and cold water shower
  • Sink
  • Jabsco marine toilet
  • Holding tank with bi valve for holding tank pump out
  • Locker and cupboard
  • Aluminium mast and boom – painted Awlgrip 2024
  • Aluminium spinnaker pole
  • SS standing rigging except running back stays which are dyneema
  • Standing rigging new 2017
  • Rigging checked 2021
  • Yankee roller reefing by Topliss NZ (original)
  • Staysail Profurl roller reefing 2010
  • 3 x slabs reefs in main
  • Main – Thai Sails, fully battened, 3 reefs new 2014 – serviced 2024
  • Yankee – OneSail, new 2016 -serviced 2024
  • Staysail – original ,serviced 2024
  • Storm Jib – OneSail – new 2016 (as new)
  • Overlapping genoa -(date unknown)
  • Cruising chute – Crusader Sails 2010
  • Sprayhood, serviced 2024
  • Stackpack – 2023 – Serviced 2024
  • Poop deck bimini, 2014 – serviced 2024 – with shade screens
  • Cockpit enclosure, 2018 – with screens
  • Wheel cover
  • Skylight covers x 2
  • Bowsprit winter cover – 2019
  • Overall winter cover, to waterline (two piece)- 2019
  • Gas bottle cover 2023
  • Plotter cover 2023
  • Full set of deck cushions
  • ST60 wind
  • ST60 depth
  • ST60 speed
  • Compass – swung 2021
  • Coursemaster autopilot
  • Emergency tiller
  • Garmin radar, 2014
  • Garmin 3008 chartplotter – repeater screen at nav station
  • Garmin DSC VHF, 2014
  • AIS transponder, 2020
  • 4 man liferaft in canister (2020)
  • Manual bilge pump operable from cockpit or engine room
  • Electric bilge pumps (engine room and heads)
  • 4 Fire extinguishers
  • MOB inflating danbuoy
  • Jon Buoy – new 2023
  • 2 life rings
  • 1 throwing sling
  • EPIRB
  • Smoke detectors
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • First Aid Kit
  • Emergency VHF arial
  • Radar reflector
  • 2 x W.A.C two speed bronze primary winches
  • 2 x W.A.C single speed bronze secondary winched
  • 2 x Lewmar self tailing halyard winches at mast
  • Twin bow rollers
  • 27kg CQR with approx. 100m 10mm chain
  • Lofrans Tigress electric windlass (2021)
  • Davit on radar mast for dinghy engine hoisting
  • Inflatable tender 2.9m circa 2017 with wheels
  • Suzuki 2.5hp outboard, 2019
  • Misc mooring ropes
  • 8 fenders

Description

Every so often, a yacht comes to market that genuinely stands apart, and this is one of those examples. This beautifully maintained bluewater cruiser has benefited from extensive upgrades and careful ownership. As a result, she presents in outstanding condition and is currently located in the South West UK. The yacht was designed specifically for safe and comfortable long-distance cruising. Her long fin keel, skeg-hung rudder, and internal ballast provide strength, balance, and reassuring handling at sea. In addition, a bow thruster makes close-quarters manoeuvring straightforward, even when short-handed. Her offshore capability is well proven. Under previous ownership, she completed a passage from New Zealand back to UK waters, demonstrating both reliability and genuine bluewater credentials. Recently, the yacht underwent a full professional repaint at FBC in Falmouth, and the results are exceptional. She presents beautifully, with freshly painted rig and a finish that reflects the quality of the work carried out. In addition, her 12mm glued teak decks, fitted in 2014, remain in excellent condition, combining durability with classic appeal. Power is provided by a Yanmar 56hp diesel engine, installed in 2010, offering dependable performance for extended cruising. Standing rigging was replaced in 2017, adding reassurance for offshore sailing. A feathering propeller improves efficiency under sail and performance under power, while an excellent sail wardrobe supports a wide range of conditions. The yacht is equipped with comprehensive navigation systems, suitable for both offshore passages and coastal cruising. Practical ownership is further supported by the inclusion of a winter cover and a dinghy, making her a well-rounded and ready-to-use package. Overall, this yacht represents a complete bluewater cruising package. Because the major upgrades and refit work have already been completed, she offers a rare opportunity to step aboard and sail with confidence. This is a yacht that immediately makes an impression. She feels solid, calm, and extremely well sorted, with a level of care that’s obvious the moment you step aboard. The recent repaint has transformed her presentation, and the underlying design gives real confidence at sea. Having already completed a major ocean passage, she’s proven rather than theoretical. For anyone looking for a serious bluewater cruiser that is ready to go and genuinely special, this is a yacht we are proud to be marketing.

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Monthly Running Costs (estimated)

Mooring / berthing £504
Insurance £124
Maintenance £232
Fuel £67
Running costs subtotal £928/mo
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£1,906
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Total Interest
£32,741
Total Cost (finance)
£132,241

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