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Specifications

Make Nelson
Model 44
Year 1978
Length 41.2ft (12.6m)
Beam 3.66m
Draft 1.19m
Engine Twin Ford Sabre 212hp diesel engines, 1,000 hours
Fuel Type diesel
Location Saint Helier, Jersey, United Kingdom

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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£267
£23,066 over 10 years at 6.9% APR

Monthly Running Costs (estimated)

Mooring / berthing £431
Insurance £34
Maintenance £63
Fuel £292
Running costs subtotal £820/mo
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Total Interest
£8,929
Total Cost (finance)
£36,066

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