Shetland 535 Sea Fishing, River Day Boat With A 50HP Evinrude A True Classic!

Thank you for viewing my lovely classic Shetland 535 day boat. I have owned it for many years but now is the time to sell. Being built around 1971/72 it is in pretty good condition and served me well. Shetland 535 were regarded as one of the best day boats, far stronger than the modern boats and due to the hull shape it is very stable. It is a planning hull so travels quite fast (sea conditions permitting).

The trailer is not part of the sale but I will chuck it in if you buy the boat and engine. This free trailer needs attention as it sits a little low but the mudguards have been raised to clear tyres. This trailer is getting a bit rusty and the winch cable needs replacing, that is why it is thrown in free. Buyer is welcome to lift the boat on to own trailer or transport vehicle. The engine is very reliable but slightly smoky and an occasional misfire.

It needs a good service, tune up or even go for a full overhaul! This engine also has areas of missing paint and surface corrosion towards the bottom end. The lift assist does not work very well, just worn out I guess so it's muscle power! The Clarion CD/Radio does not power up but power is getting to it. There is a full control panel with various switches, bilge pump control and there are two 12V outlet sockets, one inside and one on the cockpit dashboard.

Please understand the photos may not show all the blemishes. The hull will require antifouling if moored for long periods. The lifejackets require new trigger cartridges as they are out of date. These cartridges are easily replaced. Please ask for any details regarding this listing.

This sale includes everything shown in photographs except for the trailer (which I will give to buyer of boat) and vehicles in the background! Plus a bit more. I will list them as follows: 5 x small 'ANCHOR MARINE' inflatable fenders8 x large 'MAJONI STAR' inflatable fenders4 x mooring ropesTrailer board with 7 pin sockets and extension2 x fuel tanks with built in float gauges1 x Anchor, chain and rope2 x CSR 150N life jackets. Needs new trigger cartridges as these are out of date. Co2 cylinders are still good1 x Quicksilver 4 litre marine two stroke outboard oil, over 3/4 full1 x YAMALUBE outboard gearbox oil unopened 500ml1 x OMC outboard gearbox oil 500ml over half full1 x gearbox filling pump kit which screws on to the OMC bottle and into bottom of lower gearbox1 pair of binoculars1 x ratchet webbing strap2 x batteries with change over switch in battery compartment1 x ICOM UHF MARINE IC-M401EURO two way radio1 x INTELLIMAP 500C GPS chart plotter with local chart for Angus area.

Other maps are available1 x EAGLE CUDA 128 depth and fishfinder (they never do find fish!)1 x PLASTIMO OFFSHORE 70 CH fixed compass1 x METZ antenna for 2 way radio1 x Clarion CD player and radio plus four speakers, two inside and two waterproof outside (does not power up and aerial has broken off)Full switchboard and fuses inside cabin plus bilge pump control; auto and manual and 12V socket (see photo)'EAR MUFFS' water flushing tool, a must for running engine on dry land. It has a standard hose pipe connectorDual ring cooker and grillCentre cushion to make small double bedSmall sink with plugInstruction manuals for chart plotter and depth finderThe bottom gearbox has had new bearings and seal kit about 5 years agoThis Shetland has the optional factory rear seatAuxiliary engine bracket, height adjustable I think I have listed everything. Please remember that nothing is new and all will show signs of usage and normal wear and tear. This is almost a complete kit of stuff, all you need is the fishing rods and bait! This listing is CASH on collection only, no cheques, Paypal, bankers drafts or promises.

If you do not bring real cash the boat will not be handed over. Please note, this boat is over 45 years old and the engine over 25 so its not brand new out of the box so please bear that in mind when bidding. Thanks for reading.