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1979 Ex Navy 37M Superyacht

sail used Listed 20 days ago
£866,900
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Specifications

Make Ex Navy
Year 1979
Length 121.0ft (36.9m)
Beam 5.49m
Draft 2.44m
Hull Material aluminium/steel
Engine Twin Cummins kt19-m diesels producing up 360hp each. Engine hours 1500.
Fuel Type diesel
Engine Hours 1,500
Engine Make Northern Lights
Engine Model kt19-m
Engine Power 360 hp
Engines 2
Generator Yes
Watermaker Yes

Description




QuestWe are very proud to present “Quest” She now occupies a South side berth within Bristol Harbour. This Super Yacht has sufficient range to qualify as a Trans Pacific / Trans Atlantic cruiser at 7000 nautical miles. Built to Naval standard with reliable and economic Cummins Diesel KT19 engines. 3 Double cabins, V.I.P cabin with twin berths and all en-suite as one would expect. Vast inventory and specifications available including 2 x R.I.Bs and mid-deck jacuzzi. Please note that viewing is strictly by appointment only.L.o.a: 36.9m (121’77”) approxBeam: 5.5m (18.535″) approxDraft: 2.4m (7.92″ ) approxDisplacement: 120 tonnesYear: 1979

Overview, Construction, On DeckConstruction: Aluminium Superstructure on Steel Hull. Built for New Zealand Royal Navy & Re-built and re-fitted by New Zealand Fitzroy Yachts for yard owner Peter Robinson White.Overview: Her contemporary interior offers comfortable living space for up to 10 guests and 4 crew, state of the art galley with commercial quality appliances, Laundry room, large saloon and dining that is further complimented by the Sky lounge.On Deck: Her 2 tonne deck mounted crane allows for the launching of either of her tenders and toys as and when required. Jacuzzi for up to 6 persons. Hydraulic capstans and 2 windlasses aid the handling of both Danforth & Bruce anchors.

Main Engines, Generators, Electrics, External Works, Steering & DocumentationMain engines: Twin Cummins kt19-m diesels producing up 360hp each. 1500hrs recorded since last full re-build. Service history shows all Cummins engines had been fully re-built in 2018 including pistons/liners/bearings etc. In 2024, all heat exchangers and pumps were removed, serviced, pressure tested and re-fitted. All engines / twin disc gearboxes also fully serviced. s.a.e 15/40 to main engines and s.a.e.40 to gearboxes. All filters & coolant replaced.Generators: Twin 52kva Cummins 4bt units 3 phase and 1 x 16kva Northern lights genset 3 phase. Please note that all generators have been fully serviced and are fully operational.Electrical systems including Inverters etc:D.C system battery bank replaced within February 2025 and with Victron charger / Inverter. Fully wired with cat 6. AV on main deck and sky lounge and are both 5.1 bowers and Wilkins. Night vision camera on radar arch, Inmarsat internet with dual domes. New Air compressor fitted 2024.External service work:Quest was last ashore in 2024. Having been fully antifouled using quality materials, 2 coats of Hampel’s performance antifouling, 3 coats at her waterline. New anodes throughout. Thruster propellers removed for shot blasting, powder coated and antifouled and again with new dedicated anodes. New stern thruster motor with new coupling and seals fitted in October 2024. All through hull fittings serviced in 2024.Again in 2024 saw her main shafts extracted, new carrier bearings, new cutlass bearings, new stern glands, propellers cleaned and refitted. Wesmar stabilisers fully serviced, new seals and bearings. units were checked and calibrated under Wesmar Florida advice.Steering unit: Rudders removed, new bearings and packing fitted, antifouled, new anodes and refitted. All Hydraulic systems have been checked / serviced where necessary and with new Hydraulic oil throughout.Documentation: Correct registration MCA Bill of Sale and Invoices present from previous uk Government agent. All documents available at point of sale. Deletion certificate from previous registry ready for new ownership.

Accommodation & GalleyAccommodation: Master suite with walk in closet and en-suite and shower. 2 x Double V.I.P cabins with en-suite and shower. 1 x Twin V.I.P. with en-suite and shower. 1 x Double captains cabin with en-suite and shower. Crew quarters with 4 x singles and en-suite and shower with small galley offering a small fridge, sink etc.Please note: All Bathrooms have fresh water supplies to all toilets and supported by black water and grey water tanks with relevant diverter valves. (Hence black water can be overboard or diverted to dedicated treatment plant). Large water maker fitted in plant roomGalley: Commercial grade Stainless Steel Galley supported with premium grade makes such as Miele, Turbofan. Integrated coffee maker and dishwasher. Full spec Quooker tap, sink waste disposal / macerator system to black water tank. Small support Galley is located Bridge/helm station providing refrigeration, sink etc. Full size refrigerator and freezer and a further chest freezer located in her larder room. 2 x chest freezers and 2 x commercial refrigerators in workshop room.Generators: Twin 52kva Cummins 4bt units 3 phase and 1 x 16kva Northern lights genset 3 phase. Please note that all generators have been fully serviced and are fully operational.




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Monthly Running Costs (estimated)

Mooring / berthing £1,429
Insurance £1,084
Maintenance £2,023
Fuel £67
Running costs subtotal £4,602/mo
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Finance 65% Running costs 35%
Total Interest
£285,259
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