43ft Steel Ketch – Surveyed 2024 – 8 Berth
Description
Short term mooring may be available by arrangement to assist with handover.
Recent surveys with documented hull ultrasound (Nov 2024), major upgrades and substantial recent investment distinguish this vessel from most steel yachts currently listed.
Bare Necessities (Marcella) - Opua
1982 Dutch-built 43ft rolled steel ketch – Mowgli design. Offshore-capable cruiser offered as-is, where-is. Surveys and life raft cert. available.
Recent Investment Over $37,000 invested since late 2024 (new sails, charging, ground tackle, electronics, safety). Receipts available.
Surveys Nov-24 Full vessel survey + hull ultrasound Engine survey Rigging survey
Specs Draft 1.8M LOA 43ft, disp. ~13,000kg Ford Ebro 4cyl diesel 40kW, 2,147 hrs Fuel 350L, Water 450L Accommodation (8 berths) Stern double + crew double +2 singles + saloon berths. 1.85m headroom. Forward workshop/sail storage. Large stern lazarette.
New/Upgraded Since Nov 2024 New North mainsail + stack pack New North mizzen + stack pack 32kg Rocna + 80m chain 2 x 200W solar + 2 x Victron MPPT 120A alternator, ZM6 regulator (+ spare) Victron BMV-715 Spare 120Ah AGM (2024) ready to install (Current fitted: 130Ah AGM start, 260Ah AGM house) B&G Vulcan V9, B&G V60B VHF/AIS, Starlink, Royal Mariner barometer. Ocean Signal EPIRB1. 6-person liferaft (in test) + new cradle & hydrostatic release. Force 10 LPG stove/oven installed & certified 2026.
New/Upgraded Within Last 4 Years (Prior Ownership) Genoa Roller furler Standing rigging
Extras Older headsails, mizzen staysail, 2 x asymmetrics, Flares, Robertson AP2500 autopilot, Sailomat windvane, Taylors diesel heater/cooktop, Natures Head toilet, manuals + original plans. Fire extinguishers (some due servicing).
Tender Aqua Marina 5m inflatable. Tohatsu 3.5hp 2-stroke New 2025.
Condition Structurally sound per 2024 ultrasound. Minor surface rust around some portholes and sections of gunnels; cosmetic paint touch-ups required. Priced accordingly.
Inspection by appointment.
