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1980 Salter Bros 38′ Narrowboat

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narrowboat used Listed 62 days ago
£19,950
via Tingdene Boat Sales
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Specifications

Make Salter Bros
Model 38′ Narrowboat
Year 1980
Length 38.0ft (11.6m)
Beam 2.08m
Hull Material steel
Engine Lister SR2, 13 horsepower, 2 cylinders, Air cooled
Fuel Type diesel
Location Pyrford Marina
Engine Make Lister
Engine Model SR2
Engine Power 13 hp
Solar Panels Yes

Equipment & Extras

fuel capacity
200.0 litres
water capacity
450 approx.
number of double berths
2
  • heads
  • cabins

Description

Pippin is a 38ft cruiser stern Narrowboat built in 1980 by Salter Bros. Offering an open-plan layout and plenty of potential, an opportunity for those looking to personalise a boat to their own taste. The accommodation features a forward across-width double berth, a saloon featuring a sofa bed, a galley, and a walkthrough bathroom fitted with a composting toilet. The  open design creates a bright and flexible living space, ideal for weekends afloat or longer stays onboard.

Change History

22 events tracked

Listed for 60 days

via Tingdene Boat Sales

2 days ago

Photos removed (24 -> 23)

via Tingdene Boat Sales

2 days ago

Price dropped by £5,000 (20.0%)

via Tingdene Boat Sales

6 days ago
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Monthly Finance Payment
£196
£16,958 over 10 years at 6.9% APR

Monthly Running Costs (estimated)

Mooring / berthing £392
Insurance £25
Maintenance £47
Fuel £292
Running costs subtotal £755/mo
True Monthly Cost
£951
Finance + running costs combined
Finance 21% Running costs 79%
Total Interest
£6,565
Total Cost (finance)
£26,515

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£19,950
Listed by Tingdene Boat Sales Direct
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£19,950

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