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1978 Canal Transport Services Luke Gaff Semi Traditional Canal Boat

Name: 1978 Canal Transport Services Luke Gaff Semi Traditional Canal Boat
Brand: Canal Transport Services
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£16,000

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Specifications

Make Canal Transport Services

Model Luke Gaff Semi Traditional Canal Boat

Year 1978

Length 30.5ft (9.3m)

Beam 2.08m

Draft 0.61m

Hull Material steel

Engine BMC 1.5 Diesel, 35hp

Fuel Type diesel

Location Shepperton, United Kingdom

Engine Make BMC

Engine Model 1.5

Engine Power 35 hp

Equipment & Extras

Length overall: 9.30 metres

Fire Extinguishers x 3
Gas Detector
CO² Detector
Life ring
Stern Gland Bilge Pump
Anchor and chain
Fenders x 6
Warps x 3
Radio Stereo
Boat Safety Scheme Certificate- expires July 2028
Number of cabins

Description

Built by Canal Transport Services near Coventry. Only 4 owners from new and offered in excellent condition for its age and for a boat that has travelled around the UK. Originally named Anker No 5, a printed log/history comes with the boat. Last surveyed in 2022. Copy available, although the boat has been extensively updated internally since the survey. Introducing the "Heavy Metal," a charming 30.5-foot semi-traditional canal boat built in 1978. This classic barge has a steel hull and is powered by a BMC 1.5 Diesel engine on shaft and delivering 35 horsepower, providing a smooth and efficient cruising experience.

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Boat Price

Deposit 15% (£2,400)

10% 50%

Loan Term

Interest Rate (APR) 6.9%

4.9% 9.9%

Monthly Finance Payment

£157

£13,600 over 10 years at 6.9% APR

Monthly Running Costs (estimated)

Mooring / berthing £298

Insurance £20

Maintenance £37

Fuel £292

Running costs subtotal £647/mo

True Monthly Cost

£804

Finance + running costs combined

Finance 20% Running costs 80%

Total Interest

£5,265

Total Cost (finance)

£21,265

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