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1998 Dufour 45 Classic

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sail used Listed 20 days ago
£64,500
via Williams & Smithells
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Specifications

Make Dufour
Model 45 Classic
Year 1998
Length 45.0ft (13.7m)
Hull Material grp
Engine Volvo Penta MD22P, 2000 hours
Location Baldacchino, Malta
Engine Hours 2,000
Engine Make Volvo Penta
Engine Model MD22P
Engine Power 5 hp
Drive Type outboard
Autopilot Yes

Equipment & Extras

Berths
3
Cabins
3
Engine
Volvo Penta MD22P
Headroom
6'3"
Keel Type
Fin
Construction
GRP
Boat Category
Sailboat
Builder / Designer
Dufour / Umberto Felci
  • Raymarine chart plotters
  • Autopilot
  • AIS
  • Hydrovane self-steering system
  • Electric windlass
  • Sprayhood
  • Bimini
  • Deck shower
  • Blue Sunbrella Isinglass enclosure
  • Delta anchor
  • Plow anchor
  • Para anchor
  • West Marine PHP 310 inflatable tender
  • Mercury 5 hp outboard
  • Decathlon paddleboard

Description

1998 Dufour Classic 45 for Sale. PUNGA is a well-kept 1998 Dufour 45 Classic for sale, offered in excellent condition and ready for blue-water or coastal cruising. Her sleek white fiberglass hull, clean non-slip deck, and dependable Volvo Penta MD22P engine with only 2,000 hours provide confidence on every passage. Her navigation suite includes Raymarine chart plotters, autopilot, AIS, and a Hydrovane self-steering system. On deck, she carries an electric windlass, sprayhood, Bimini, deck shower, and a full Blue Sunbrella Isinglass enclosure. A Delta anchor, Plow anchor, and Para anchor support secure holding in varied conditions. For fun on the water, she includes a West Marine PHP 310 inflatable tender with a Mercury 5 hp outboard and a Decathlon paddleboard. Below, the Dufour Classic 45 layout offers three double cabins, a saloon berth, two heads, and a proper navigation desk. Warm wood joinery, fabric upholstery, and 6’3” headroom create a welcoming interior. The galley features a two-burner stove, oven, BBQ grill, stainless steel sink, and a 12V fridge with an Isotherm ASU icebox. Safety gear is extensive, with three fire extinguishers, eight life jackets, five electric bilge pumps, three manual pumps, an EPIRB, radar reflector, and a MOB system. Standing rigging was renewed in 2020. Sails include a 2022 storm jib and an asymmetrical spinnaker for broad performance across wind ranges. Now ashore at A&J Baldacchino Boat Yard in Malta, this Dufour 45 Classic for sale comes with a proven cruising record from Florida to the Mediterranean. PUNGA is a strong match for sailors seeking comfort, reliability, and capable offshore performance. She is ready for her next owner. Arrange your viewing and step aboard this exceptional cruising yacht.

Change History

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Price added: £64,500

via Williams & Smithells

2 weeks ago

Price added: £75,000

via Williams & Smithells

2 weeks ago

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Monthly Finance Payment
£634
£54,825 over 10 years at 6.9% APR

Monthly Running Costs (estimated)

Mooring / berthing £479
Insurance £81
Maintenance £129
Fuel £67
Running costs subtotal £756/mo
True Monthly Cost
£1,390
Finance + running costs combined
Finance 46% Running costs 54%
Total Interest
£21,224
Total Cost (finance)
£85,724

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€75,000
£64,500
Listed by Williams & Smithells Direct
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