FOR SALE: Dowty Turbocraft 1960 "Xeres" – Restored Icon and BIP Classified
Rare opportunity to acquire a Dowty Turbocraft from 1960, hull no. 005, passionately restored over 18 months (mostly by William) and completed over a year ago. Everything has been redone (trim, turbines, etc.) except for the windshield, which has been kept in its original condition.
Shipyard: Dowty Marine
Model: Turbocraft
Year: 1960
Hull material: Polyester, new paint
Overall length: 4.8 m
Engine: Inboard 6-cylinder Ford Zephyr, 70 hp (51.48 kW)
Engine hours: Approximately 20 hours only
Trailer: Included, Oceane brand, impeccable condition (new brakes and bearings)
Name: Xeres
Hull number: 005
The boat comes with a 14-page expert report, detailing all technical elements, and has an official BIP classification (Heritage Interest Boat) valid until October 17, 2029.
A similar model, the Buehler Turbocraft, was used in the film James Bond "Thunderball" (1965) with Sean Connery.