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1996 Fairline Targa 39

motor used Listed 20 days ago
£79,950
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Specifications

Make Fairline
Model Targa 39
Year 1996
Length 39.0ft (11.9m)
Beam 3.65m
Draft 1.00m
Hull Material grp
Engine Twin Volvo Penta KAD42DP 230HP Inboard Diesels (Outdrives), 1454 hours approx.
Fuel Type diesel
Engine Hours 1,454
Engine Make Volvo Penta
Engine Model KAD42DP
Engine Power 230 hp
Drive Type shaft
Engines 2
Bow Thruster Yes
Autopilot Yes
Heating Yes

Equipment & Extras

Berths
6
Cabins
2
  • Bow thruster
  • Stern thruster
  • Raymarine electronics
  • Eberspacher heating
  • Teak laid cockpit
  • Cockpit covers

Market Position

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Description




1996 Fairline Targa 39 - an excellent example, that has been fastidiously maintained over the last 25 years in the third ownership. laid out with two good size cabins separated by an open feeling saloon with seating and galley. The vast cockpit offers ample seating and a well positioned helm. Twin Volvo Penta KAD42DP diesels, annual servicing as well replacement turbos, superchargers, starter motors and fuel injectors on each. Her inventory is comprehensive with bow and stern thrusters, Raymarine electronics, Eberspacher heating, Galley and cockpit fridges, teak laid to cockpit and bathing platform, davits and RIB. This is a wonderful opportunity to own a very well loved 40 foot sports cruiser for coastal adventures.Broker commentsThe Targa 39 is one of those boats that is synonymous with British built sports cruisers, from the boards one of the best known British motorboat designers, this makes it a popular choice for those seeking a blend of performance, comfort, and style. Laid out with two cabins and saloon it will happily accommodate four with the option for six using the saloon seating conversion. On deck there is plenty of space around the cockpit with forward and aft seating as well as the helm position. The current and third owner has really enjoyed their time with her and annual maintenance has been carried out as well as upgrades when required. 'Excelsis' is a great opportunity for someone looking to extend their cruising horizons.NAVIGATION AIDSRaymarine E120 touchscreen Chartplotter (2011)Raymarine Ray VHF radio with DSC (2011)Raymarine ST70 instruments for speed and depthRaymarine radar with digital raydome (2011)Raymarine ST70 autopilot controllerIcom handheld VHF radioSteering compassNavigation lightsGROUND TACKLE20kg Anchor with 70m of chain1000w Lofrans reversible electric windlass, new foot switches on bow in 2024GENERAL EQUIPMENTSimpson Lawrence davitsCockpit covers (2023) plus refurbished second set for winterSony Stereo radio/CD player10+ Warps from 7m to 50m in length15 fenders with stowage in transom locker and fender baskets on foredeckGuardwire/pulpitActive TV and aerialFairline crockeryRemote controlled searchlightRIBBilge pumpsSeago 6 man liferaft (requires servicing)Inert gas fire extinguishers (new 2025)TWIN VOLVO PENTA KAD42 S30HP INBOARD DIESELSEngine hours: 1454 approx. to both port and starboard (April 2025)Engines and outdrives serviced May 2025Both engines have replacement turbos, superchargers, starter motors and fuel injectorsStarboard diesel injection pump refurbished May 2025Twin out-drives with duo propellers (starboard outdrive replaced in 2018, New B4 duo props fitted May 2025)4hp Bow thruster5.9hp Sleipner stern thruster (new May 2025)Trim tabsELECTRICSThree battery banks for engines and domestic, 2 x 105A domestic batteries and 1 x 105A engine battery (all new 2023)3 x 55A gel batteries for stern thruster and 2 x 55A gel batteries for bow thrusterBatteries charged by engine alternators and Sterling Power 60A 240v intelligent battery charger with remote monitoringNumerous 240v power points, with saloon. galley and forward cabin including integral USB socketsTANKAGEFuel: 745 litre (164 gal) Water: 341 litre (75 gal) WATER SYSTEMHot and cold pressurised water throughoutWater system heated by calorifiers and 240v immersion heaterALL FIGURES ARE APPROXIMATE1996 FAIRLINE TARGA 39Built by Fairline Boats in Oundle, UK and designed by Bernard OlesinskiCONSTRUCTIONGRP hull in midnight blueWhite GRP deck and superstructureTeak laid to cockpit and bathing platformAnti-fouled and anodes replaced: May 2025Hull Polished: May 2025DIMENSIONSLOA:12.44m 40' 9"LWL:11.90m 39' 1"BEAM: 3.65m 12' 0"DRAFT: 1.00m 3' 3"DISPL:7,620 kg 16,798 lbsALL FIGURES ARE APPROXIMATE







Change History

1 event tracked

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2 weeks ago

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15% (£11,993)
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Monthly Finance Payment
£786
£67,958 over 10 years at 6.9% APR

Monthly Running Costs (estimated)

Mooring / berthing £404
Insurance £100
Maintenance £173
Fuel £292
Running costs subtotal £969/mo
True Monthly Cost
£1,755
Finance + running costs combined
Finance 45% Running costs 55%
Total Interest
£26,309
Total Cost (finance)
£106,259

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Brixham, Devon, United Kingdom

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