2007 Archambault Grand Surprise

Marketing Description A well cared for example of the Archambault Grand Surprise, this boat comes stocked with an extensive sail wardrobe, large array of electronics, recent replacement of standing rigging and a great record on the race track. This is a limited 'Saga' edition Grand surprise from 2007. This Grand Surprise offers powerful and efficient upwind performance due to its deep lead bulb keel ensuring quick acceleration and a responsive sail plan. Off the wind the Grand Surprise will quickly reach double digits, flying an asymmetric from its retractable bowsprit, with the additional bonus of being able to plane. The ease of sail management, responsive sail plan, balanced hull and exciting performance make the Grand Surprise an exciting round the cans performer than can be used fully crewed around the race course, easily managed short handed or simply taken for a leisurely day sailing with family and friends. Comes complete with a Road Trailer. Available for viewings now, please call 01305 818541
Mechanical NANNI 2.50 14HP INBOARD DIESEL ENGINE (2006)Single prop shaft to two-bladed folding propellerAnnually serviced and maintainedManual cold waterTanks1x 35l fuel tank1x 50l flexible water tank
Electrical 1x Battery
Rigging Fractional sloopAnodised aluminum mastAnodised Aluminium boom (2015)7mm 1x19 wire shroudsTwo sets of aft swept spreadersSpring loaded strut kickerDyneema running riggingRetractable gennaker poleAluminium spinnaker poleSingle line slab reefingBackstay with retainer in D12 (2012)Standing rigging (2018)SailsNorth 3DL Mainsail - 2 slab reefing points (2012)North 3DL no.1 jib (2013)North 3DL no.2 jib (2012)North 3DL no. 3 jib (2013)North A1 light reacher (2013)North A2 medium air runner (2013)North A3 masthead reacher (2014)North A2 medium air runner (2018)Doyle no. 2 jib - 3DL - (2017) barely usedNorth 3Di Mainsail (2020)North 3Di No 1 Genoa (2020)Hyde A1 Runner (2019)Winches2 X Lewmar 40ST Primary winches2 X Lewmar 30ST Halyard winches
Navigation 2X Navman CompassesTacktick wind and tri sensor with three single displays and two dual displaysRaymarine ChartplotterDigital yachts iAIS receiver with wifi transmitter - provides NMEA and AIS data as either Wifi or USB output for display on extra device (eg phone or tablet)Dedicated AIS aerialVHF DSC iCom Marine IC-M323G radio
Deck Aluminium Fotress/Danforth style anchor with 30m weighted warpMainsail coverWarpsFendersBoat hookEngine sparesCollapsible boarding ladder4-wheeled Road Trailer
Safety Manual bilge pumpElectric bilge pumpOffshore danbuoy (2011)2x Horseshoe lifebuoys with drogues and whistles (2012) Throwing line with sling (2014)2x Floating lights (2011)Fire blanket2x Fire extinguishers (out of date)Rig cuttersOffshore flare pack (expired)Jackstays (2011)


Accommodation Sleeps four in one cabin - Blue/White cloth upholstery Forward Double BerthPocket storage systemUnder bunk storageRemovable chemical toilet under cushionsSaloonPortside large single berthStarboard large single berthBolster headrest cushionGimballed single burner gas stoveChart area with storageControl panelChart plotter on mast
Construction Designed by Joubert-Nivelt by Bateaux ArchambaultWhite GRP with balsa-core deckWhite interior mouldingSpade rudder with carbon tiller and spinlock extensionLead keelTeak cockpit seatsDimensions:LOA: 9.54mBEAM: 2.98mLWL: 8.93mDRAFT: 2.05mDISPLACEMENT: 2,650kg
Documentation Bills of sale dating to original purchaseOriginal purchase VAT invoiceBuilder's certificateDeclaration of conformity 







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The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are made- Sail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of age- Fuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years old- Standing rigging and sails are more than 10 years old
Please note that as the broker/agent, we cannot guarantee or warrant the serviceability of any safety equipment included within the inventory, including but not limited to the condition, operation, or service dates of such equipment. It is the responsibility of the buyer to thoroughly inspect and assess the condition of all safety equipment prior to purchase.
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