Contest 32CS Center Cockpit Sailing Yacht, Liveaboard Yacht,

Mooring paid up until end of March 2017 'Melanthe' is a Dutch build capable solid center cockpit yacht with aft cabin, Built in 1978 by Conyplex B.V. And designed by Dick Zaal this spacious vessel can sleep seven in two separate cabins and saloon. Galley with two ring gas hob, oven, fridge / freezer. Separate heads compartment with new electric toilet and Holding tank.Her wooden interior and flooring give her a classic and comfortable feel. The navigation equipment includes a log/speed/depth indicator, wind indicator, echo sounder, compass.Epoxied a few years ago, The standing rigging was replaced in December 2015 and she comes equipped with safety equipment including a six man life raft (exp 2018) 'Melanthe' is a serious cruising yacht and combines stability with comfort, she has the benefit of a recent (Sept/Oct 2016) overhaul to include: October 2016 surveyEngine rebuild / overhaulNew engine mountsNew Stainless Steel exhaust outletNew cutlass bearingNew AnodesNew water strainer/filterNew 12v Cig socket and USB in cabins and outside cockpit area.New electrics inc standard 3 pin and USB socketsNew battery charger and fuseboxAll new seacocksNew electric sea toilet and holding tankNew water pump, taps and water piping throughoutNew TV aerialNew stereoRe varnished floorsNew auto electric bilge pumpNew cockpit tableAntifouled November 2016And lots more.

LOA9.70m (31' 10")LWL7.82m (25' 8")Beam3.30m (10' 10")Draft1.60m (5' 3")KeelFin/long KeelDisplacement6486.00KgNavigation EquipmentLog/Speed/Depth & wind indicators, Compass.MechanicalVolvo Penta MD11c 23hp diesel with 2657 hrs. (Rebuilt October 2016) New engine mounts, New Stainless Steel exhaust outlet, New cutlass bearing, New water strainer, 240 litre fuel tank, Range 400 miles. 2 x large water tanks, New Electric pumped water, taps and piping throughout.Electrical1 x engine battery, 2 x domestic battery. New 230v shore power with New battery charger and fuse box, New standard 3 pin 230v sockets also with USB plug in throughout, New 12v sockets and USB sockets throughout, New Stereo, Overhaul of electrical system, LED lights.AccommodationSeven berths in 3 cabins. 6'2" headroom.

Chart table. Saloon table. Hanging lockers, The old gas heating has been removed but the piping left so it would be very easy to reinstate a new heating system, Optimus 2 ring hob, oven and grill with New gas tubing, Galley sink, Heads sink and Aft cabin sink with electric pumped fresh water, Refrigerator including freezer, New electric sea toilet with New holding tank, New stereo system, Wet locker.Safety EquipmentSix man Seago offshore liferaft (2018). Danbuoy, New electric bilge pump and piping + new piping for manual bilge pump, Deck lifelines, Fire alarm, co2 alarm.Sails & RigSloop rig, Fold down mast / rig system makes it ideal for canals, Standing rigging replaced 2015. Running rigging (8 years).

Roller furling, Genoa sail, Spinnaker pole, Mainsail.Deck & GeneralSprayhood and Cockpit cover. Sail covers, Large fitted tarpaulin for boom, Cockpit cushions, Delta anchor. Grapnel anchor with 10mm chain, Lofrans Royal horizontal manual windlass, Large anchor locker, winches, New Cockpit table, Boarding ladder + transom ladder.A solid 'go anywhere' classic comfortable yacht that is ideal as a live aboard, She is more desirable than similar boat of this size and age as she has the walk through to the aft cabin instead of having to go out to the cockpit.PART EXCHANGE POSSIBLE for smaller yacht or motorboat / car etcShe located in Weymouth Marina and is ready to go with lots of recent work carried out. (Marina berth paid up until April 1st 2017) Lots of old manuals, original brochures and plans, VAT paid. John, phone