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1988 Fairline Corniche

motor used Listed 9 days ago
£39,995
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Specifications

Make Fairline
Model Corniche
Year 1988
Length 33.0ft (10.1m)
Beam 3.35m
Hull Material grp
Engine Volvo Penta TAMD 41A, 200 HP, approx 1300 hours
Fuel Type diesel
Engine Hours 1,300
Engine Make Volvo Penta
Engine Model 41A
Engine Power 200 hp
Engines 2
Heating Yes

Equipment & Extras

displacement
6,500 kg

Market Position

Priced below 43% of similar listings

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Description




Remarks :Fairline Corniche for sale in Kent £39,995This is a fantastic Fairline Corniche 31 Flybridge motor yacht built in 1988 is presented in very good condition.  She has obviously been extremely well cared for by all of her previous and current owners and is presented in good condition. She has Twin Volvo Penta 41A 200 HP turbo diesel engines that give a cruising speed of some 20 knots and a maximum speed of 26 knots. She sleeps four people in one cabin and saloon and is fitted with diesel cabin heating and a holding tank. She has a bridge clearance with the radar arch down.  Please call our Kent Office +44 (0)1634 571605 for further information or to arrange a viewing.

Accommodation :The Fairline Corniche offers comfortable and versatile accommodation for up to four guests in one cabin and saloon, with excellent headroom throughout of approximately 6ft 6in. The forward owner's cabin features a spacious offset double berth, complemented by ample locker space and shelving for extended cruising comfort. Moving aft, the well-appointed galley is equipped with a two-burner gas cooker with grill and oven, front-loading 12V refrigerator, one-and-a-half stainless steel sinks, and generous storage throughout. Hot and cold pressurised water is supplied via a freshwater system heated by both an engine calorifier and an immersion heater. It has a 295 litre freshwater tank. Opposite the galley, the dining table converts to make a large double berth and plentiful storage, making it ideal for family or visiting guests. The heads compartment is conveniently located aft of the galley and comprises a marine toilet, washbasin, and shower with hot and cold pressurised water. The marine toilet is fitted with a 75-litre holding tank. The bright and spacious saloon offers panoramic views and a welcoming atmosphere, finished in blue cotton upholstery throughout. To starboard, a generous settee while the lower helm station to port provides excellent visibility and houses the engine instrumentation, navigation equipment, and 12V/240V electrical controls. The saloon is further enhanced by Eberspacher diesel cabin heating,  a stereo/CD system, and TV, ensuring comfort in all seasons. Accessed through attractive double patio-style doors, the aft deck features sociable U-shaped seating, creating an ideal space for entertaining or relaxing. The area is fully enclosed by a canopy for protection from the elements, while substantial storage is available beneath the saloon floor. A teak and stainless-steel ladder leads to the flybridge. The flybridge provides an additional helm position with duplicate engine controls and navigation equipment, a double helm seat, and comfortable L-shaped guest seating, offering excellent visibility and an enjoyable outdoor cruising experience.

Inventory : Navigation Equipment 2 x Compasses 2 x Depth - Raymarine 2 x Speed/Log - Sumlog HS VHF Radio at both helm positions - Navman 7100 Handheld VHF Radio ICOM M25 2 x Chartplotter - Raymarine C120W with UK East Coast chart AIS receiver - Raymarine Navigation lights deck level - new 2023 Navigation lights mast head - new 2023 Deck Equipment Anchor Delta with 30 metres of chain Windlass (electric) Lewmar Full cockpit enclosure Flybridge cover Bathing platform Boarding ladder 8 x Fenders 6  x Mooring warps Davits Safety Equipment 5 x Fire extinguishers 2 x Engine room fire extinguishers Fire blanket Gas alarm Smoke alarm 2 x Lifejackets Horseshoe lifebuoy with light MOD Sling Deck light 2 x Electric Bilge pumps History and Construction Built by Fairline in 1988 this Corniche has a  White GRP hull with style stripes and swim platform. White grp coach roof with moulded non-skid decks. Stainless steel safety and handrails. Alloy-framed windows. Large underfloor storage. Hydraulic steering. Last out of the water in January 2026.  Owned by the current owner since 2021. A copy of the 2021 survey report is available upon viewing.  Title Documents The following documents have been sent when preparing these details: Bill of sale in the owner’s name Previous bills of sale Builder instruction manual Proof of location on 31st December 2020

Mechanical : Mechanical Systems: Located under saloon sole in a vented and soundproofed engine room are a set of 1988  Volvo Penta TAMD 41A six-cylinder marine diesel engines, turbocharged 200HP each, with approx 1300 hours.. Fresh water-cooled. Shaft drives to bronze 4-bladed fixed props with rope cutters. The engines give a cruising speed of approximately 20 knots with a maximum speed of 26 knots (dependent on loadings and fouling). Trim tabs. It has two 682 litres steel fuel tanks. The engines were last serviced in March 2024 by the owner.  New fuel tanks and fuel senders were fitted in 2020.  Electrical Systems: 3  x 12V batteries (1 x Domestic 110 AH approx 3 years old 2 x 12V 110 AH new 2026) charged via engine alternators and 240V shore power with ring main and battery charger. Immersion heater for hot water. A new Victron charger/inverter has just been fitted. A galvanic isotaor has also been fitted. 







Change History

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Monthly Finance Payment
£393
£33,996 over 10 years at 6.9% APR

Monthly Running Costs (estimated)

Mooring / berthing £329
Insurance £50
Maintenance £87
Fuel £292
Running costs subtotal £758/mo
True Monthly Cost
£1,151
Finance + running costs combined
Finance 34% Running costs 66%
Total Interest
£13,161
Total Cost (finance)
£53,156

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Chatham Marina, Chatham Kent, United Kingdom

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