2004 Jim Young 26 Sloop - Ready to Sail the Sounds
Description
A tidy, well looked after Jim Young 26 that's ideal for exploring the Marlborough Sounds or Weekend Cruising. Safe, comfortable, and fully equipped - just step on board and go.
Specifications: Year: 2004 Type: Jim Young 26 Sloop Daft:1.8 meters Length overall: 8meters (approx.) Engine: 9.8hp Tohatsu long-shaft outboard (recently serviced) Antifoul: Professionally completed July 2025 Electrical WOF: Current until July 2027 Cruising Speed: 5 knots
Accommodation: Berths: Sleeps 4 (ideal for 2adults & 2 kids) Two aft quarter berths, one starboard midships berth, and a forward vee berth. Heads: Jayco manual toilet with 15lt holding tank.
Galley & Comfort: Gimballed kerosene 2-hob burner In -bench chiller box Shore power cord for marina use Excellent under seat and stern storage.
Equipment & Features: Everything you need to get straight out on the water: Auto-tiller EPIRB (out of date) In-date flare kit Marine radio Full suite of sails in good condition Solar charging for house battery Inflatable 2-person Aqua Marine deluxe dinghy (lightweight, stows on the bow) Stern folding boarding ladder 2 x Danforth anchors with 15m chain. (I often anchor in 30meters of water without issue) 5 fenders Horseshoe life ring 2 x rod holders Boat hook 1 x 20lt tote tank and 2 x spare fuel tanks for longer journeys. (very economical)
Recent Maintenance: Antifouled July 2025 Spray dodger clears replaced December 2025 Engine serviced
Berth: Currently berthed at Waikawa Marina - potential to transfer berth (to be negotiated with Marlborough Sounds Marinas). The yacht has been based here for many years and is well suited to the area.
Summary: A well- set up Sounds Cruiser that's easy to handle and ready to enjoy. Perfect for weekend getaways or leisurely sailing around the stunning Marlborough Sounds, Reliable, Practical and equipped with everything you need to get underway.
