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Moody 29 for sale (1981) in Bembridge Harbour, United Kingdom

£15,000 GBP
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The Moody 29 is a 9.04-metre pocket cruiser from 1981, located in Bembridge Harbour, UK. Distinguished by its capability for single-handed sailing, it comfortably manages F3/F5 conditions and is adept in heavier winds. Equipped with a Bermuda sloop rig, this vessel includes a roller reefing headsail and slab reef main. Powered by a two-cylinder Bukh 24 HP diesel engine, it ensures reliable performance. The cruiser features a well-appointed cabin with accommodations for six, incorporating a galley with modern amenities and a saloon with convertible berths. Advanced navigation systems, including Garmin GPS and Raymarine Chart Plotter, enhance on-water safety. Additional features include 240v shore power, stainless steel rigging, comprehensive safety equipment, and deck enhancements such as an anchor windlass and stainless steel fittings. This vessel is meticulously maintained, offering a dedicated owner's testament to its seaworthiness and charm.

About this Moody 29

General information
Make/model
Moody 29
Price
£15,000 GBPFinance this boat
Tax / VAT status
Paid / Included
Category
Used sail boat for sale
Name of boat
China Belle
Year
1981
Designer
Angus Primrose
Location
Bembridge Harbour, United Kingdom

Marketing Description

Well maintained and much loved sea worthy pocket cruiser. While capable of accommodating 6 crew this example of the Moody 29 has been rigged for single handed sailing and handles very well in F3/F5 when suitably reefed and very capable in heavier winds. 


Mechanical

Bukh 24 2 cylinder 24 hp diesel inboard
Raw water cooled
Serviced annually

Tankage
90 ltr diesel with 20 ltr reserve bottle
180 ltr fresh water with 20 ltr reserve bottle
Calorifier, 240v immersion heater


Electrical

240v shore power
Starter battery, 2x Domestic batteries, 1 reserve battery
Sterling Procharge battery charger
Battery voltmeters
Domestic consumption ammeter


Rigging

Bermuda sloop mast head rigged
Roller reefing headsail
Slab Reef main
Spinnaker pole and running rigging (not set up)
Oversize stainless steel shrouds and stays
All sail control lines fed to cockpit
Lazy jacks with mainsail stack pack

Sails
Spinnaker with sock
Main and Genoa laundered and inspected. (2024/25)
Spare genoa

Winches
Primary mainsail winch -Lewmar 8 single speed (non self tailing)
Spinnaker + Genoa halyard winches -Lewmar 7 single speed (non self tailing)
Genoa sheet winches - Lewmar 25 double speed (fitted with Barton winch converters)
Spinnaker sheet winches - Lewmar 8 single speed (non self tailing)

 


Navigation

Garmin 152 GPS
Magellan hand held GPS
7 ins Raymarine Chart Plotter
Autohelm autopilot with Raymarine wheel system (forward and reverse)
Various South coast charts
Autohelm wind speed/direction
Autohelm water speed gauge
Clipper depth gauge
Autohelm multi display SOG/ XTE/ VMG/LAT/LON/ WPB
Standard Horizon VHF  GX2200E with AIS/GPS and collision avoidance alarms
Hand held Cobra HH350 VHF


Deck

Bow anchor - Alloy Danforth Fortress 50m (chain plus warp)
Lofrans Royal windlass (requires a service)
Kedge anchor - Alloy Danforth Fortress 50 m chain plus warp
Stainless steel pushpit and pulpit
Fore and aft stainless steel cleats
Steaming light, deck light
Cockpit with folding table and cushions
Wheel steering
7 fenders, numerous mooring warps


Safety

Gas detector alarm
Radar reflector
Dan buoy and horse shoe buoy
Safety lines
Manual and automatic electric bilge pumps
Emergency tiller
Jack stays
Emergency washboard
2 dry powder fire extinguishers
Exhaust hi temp alarm


Canvas

Navy spray hood
Navy mainsail cover
Dodgers
Wheel/Pedestal cover
Hatch cover


Miscellaneous

4 man Bombardier inflatable tender with electric inflator
Torqeedo electric outboard motor
Stainless steel push-pit kettle barbecue
Comprehensive tool kit
Full set of instrument/instruction manuals


Accommodation

2 berths (1 double) in saloon
Twin v-berth in forepeak
1 quarter berth
Heads with Marine toilet and hand basin
Galley with Gas oven/grill/ 2 burner hob, Intel Webasto marine fridge, plenty of storage and ample crockery, glassware, cutlery and cooking utensils. Sink with pressurised hot and cold water. 
LED lighting throughout
Hatches and windows replaced in 2014
Sony FM/MW/LW Stereo with Bluetooth cockpit speaker 


Documentation

Bill of sale to current owner
Bill of sale history evidencing 5 years clear title
Copy of the Builders Certificate
Copy of the Original Purchase invoice
SSR


Disclaimer

For a full, detailed specification with additional photographs and direct contact details for the listing office visit our website

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are made
- Sail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of age
- Fuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years old
- Standing rigging and sails are more than 10 years old

Please note that as the broker/agent, we cannot guarantee or warrant the serviceability of any safety equipment included within the inventory, including but not limited to the condition, operation, or service dates of such equipment. It is the responsibility of the buyer to thoroughly inspect and assess the condition of all safety equipment prior to purchase.


NOTE - Please ring our offices prior to visiting, as the boat may be unavailable for viewing or located at a different marina.

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Construction
Hull
fibreglassGrp
Measurements
Length overall
9.04 metres
Length waterline
7.62 metres
Beam
3.20 metres
Draft
1.06 metres
Displacement
3,311 kg
Propulsion
Engine
Bukh 24
Fuel
Diesel
Fuel capacity
90 litres
Accommodation
Number of cabins
2
Number of berths
6
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Broker/Dealer Information

boatpoint - East Cowes Marina Office

East Cowes Marina (Isle of Wight), Britannia Way, East Cowes
Isle of Wight
PO32 6UB
United Kingdom
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