1978 Nelson 44
Specifications
Equipment & Extras
- Displacement
- 12.13 tons (U.S.)
- Name of boat
- Quatro
- Maximum speed
- 16 mph
- Cruising speed
- 12 mph
- Number of cabins
- 2
- Tax / VAT status
- Not paid / Excluded
- Twin Ford Sabre 212hp diesels
- Generator
- Flybridge
- Aft cockpit
- Garmin plotter
- Raymarine P70r autopilot
- Sailor VHF
- Twin-berth cabin with en-suite heads (WC & sink)
- Bunk cabin
- Day head with WC
- Starboard galley
- Helm station
- Navigation station
- Aft cockpit bench seat
- Bathing platform
- Treadmaster side decks
Description
FOR SALE – 1978 Nelson 44 Flybridge Aft Cockpit (Open To Offers)A rare layout – full of character and potentialThis 1978 Nelson 44 is a true classic, boasting the rare aft cockpit and flybridge layout that makes her stand out among her peers. Powered by twin Ford Sabre 212hp engines and equipped with a generator, she combines the solid seakeeping and timeless lines Nelsons are known for with a layout that’s ideal for both cruising and comfort.Owned by the same caring owner since the 1980s, she’s ready for a new custodian to give her the TLC she deserves on the superstructure and restore her to her former glory.Highlights:Twin Ford Sabre 212hp diesels – proven, reliable performanceGenerator for extended cruisingFlybridge and aft cockpit – a rare and desirable configurationModern electronics including Garmin plotter and Raymarine P70r autopilotClassic touches such as a Sailor VHFAccommodation:Forward you’ll find a twin-berth cabin with en-suite heads (WC & sink).To port, there’s a bunk cabin and a day head with WC.The spacious saloon features a starboard galley, with the helm and navigation station just forward.The aft cockpit offers a bench seat, ladder to the flybridge, and another ladder leading to the bathing platform.Her wide walk-around side decks are laid with Treadmaster for safety and practicality.This Nelson 44 would ideally suit a Nelson enthusiast or anyone looking for a solid, seagoing classic with great potential. With some care and attention, she’ll once again be a head-turning example of British boatbuilding heritage.
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