Gib'Sea 262 Lifting Keel (1990) for sale in Southampton, United Kingdom

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This Gib’Sea 262 is a boat that has so much to offer. With a solid construction using quality materials, this is definitely a boat that is a pleasure to sail and has the massive advantage of a lifting keel. She sails comfortably and well in a straight line and has a good turn of speed. On deck, she has a spacious and safe cockpit with all control lines led aft. Down below is where this Gib’Sea 262 comes into her own. Her cabin is very light and bright with good headroom. She has an aft double cabin with the rest of the area open, including a good size double berth in the forepeak and two additional singles in the saloon on the sofas. She also has a drop leaf table for dining from both sides which houses the winch controls for the lifting keel. She has been upgraded in recent years with the addition of a new engine in 2011 & overhauled & serviced in 2024, recent eberspacher heating & her standing rigging was replaced in 2020. This boat is clean and tidy for its age but, as with all boats of this genre, there is still scope for her new Owner to improve it more. She is currently lying Southampton.

Main Specifications

Stock Number : ABS 2412

Year of Build : 1990

LOA : 7.70 m (25’4”)

LWL : 6.77 m (22’2”)

Beam : 2.95 m (9’9”)

Max Draft : 1.45 m (4’9”)

Keel Type : Lifting Keel

Displacement: 2,840 Kgs

Ballast : 750 Kgs

Engine : 1 x Beta 20 – 20 HP ( New in 2012)

Fuel Tank : 49 Ltrs

Water Tank : 76Ltrs

No of Berths : 6

VHF : Cobra Marine D.S.C – with DSC Capability

GPS : Garmin GPS 120

Instruments : Stowe Dataline Speed / Log Indicator

Depth : Stowe Dataline Depth Instrument

Main Features

Accommodation

Sleeps 6 – Aft Double, Fwd Double & 2 saloon Berths

Hardwood interior joinery

Teak and holly style cabin sole

Curtains

Centrally mounted drop-leaf saloon table with lifting Keel Winch built in

Separate rear facing navigation station

Galley

Plastimo Pacific 2500 2-burner gas cooker and oven on Gimble

Large top opening Cool Box

Stainless steel sink

Heads

Jabsco Sea Toilet

Hand basin

Hanging Rail for Wet Gear

Mechanical

Beta 20 – 20HP diesel engine – Fitted in 2011

Single lever morse control

2-blade fixed pitch propeller

Cruising speed approx 6 knots

Maximum speed approx 7 knots

Electrics:

12v system supplied by 2 batteries

Switched & charged by engine alternator

Electrical switch panel 

Shorepower with ring main & Cable

Tankage & Water System

Fuel capacity 49 litres 

Fresh water capacity 76 litres

Pressurised cold water system

Ground Tackle:

CQR anchor with chain & warp

Rigging & Sails

Masthead sloop with anodised aluminium single spreader mast & boom 

Furlex Headsail furling gear

Stainless steel standing rigging ( New 2018)

2 x Harken 16.2 Winches

2 x Barbarossa Winches

All control lines lead aft to cockpit via 10-rope clutches

Dacron Mainsail - Good Serviceable Condition

Dacron Furling Genoa – Good Serviceable Condition

Navigation Aids

Plastimo bulkhead mounted steering compass

Stowe Dataline Depth

Stowe Dataline Speed / Log

Garmin GPS 120

Cobra Marine D.S.C. VHF with DSC Capability

General Equipment:

Mooring warps & fenders

Stainless steel pulpit, pushpit & stanchions

Teak grabrails

Manual bilge pump

Electric bilge pump

Stainless steel boarding ladder

Sprayhood 

Main Sail Cover

Navigation lights,

Brass clock & barometer

Construction

Built by Gilbert Marine France in 1990

Designed by Groupe Graal

GRP hull, deck & superstructure

Lifting Fin keel

Transom hung rudder

Tiller steering

Documentation

Please note that whilst we can confirm Ownership of this vessel, all other Title Documentation is missing and can not be supplied. As a result, we are unable to provide Original VAT, Previous Bills of Sale or Builders Certificate. Upon Sale a new Bill of Sale in Favour of the Buyer & Declaration of No Liens will be supplied along with evidence of Current Ownership.

Brokers Comments

This great value Gib’Sea 262 Cruiser is definitely one that you should see if you are looking for a spacious, affordable cruiser that sails very well and has a bright & welcoming cabin . Built in France in 1990, Gib’Sea yachts are known for being well built but still offering great affordability & Whimbrel does exactly that. Considered by many as a “Sailors Sailing Boat” the Gib’Sea 262 has the huge advantage of a lifting keel, meaning it can crawl into shallow creeks and rivers, where others can not and offers the option of cheaper, shallow moorings. This 262 has 6 berths, a practical layout & a powerful 20 HP Beta 20 engine that was fitted new in 2011. This boat is built for cruising and is very capable for a vessel of its size. Her previous Owners were knowledgeable and competent sailors whom have had many adventures and cruises onboard. However, they have decided the time has come to pass her on to New Custodians who will no doubt want to upgrade her with new kit including electronics as well as some cosmetic improvements, but having been re-engined, had new standing rigging and a recent engine overhaul, most of the big jobs have been done.

This is a boat that really has to be seen and viewed throughout to be appreciated. Whimbrel will make for a great starter boat for a family that wants the advantages of a family cruiser whilst still offering the opportunity for cheaper moorings and costs. Additionally, for those who enjoy spending time onboard, her cabin is a great place to be She is currently lying in Southampton.