Westerly Merlin for sale (1985) in Chichester, United Kingdom

£5,950 GBP
Tax Paid / IncludedFinance this boat

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The Westerly Merlin, named 'Capriccio of Bosham,' is a well-regarded 8.53-metre bilge-keel GRP sloop, designed for keen sailing enthusiasts interested in a project. Manufactured in 1985, this vessel features a distinctive white hull with a cream superstructure, complemented by a stylish grey band and blue and red stripes. The Merlin is equipped with dependable amenities, including a Bukh DV-20 twin-cylinder 20hp diesel engine, a comprehensive Raymarine navigation suite, and essential sailing instruments like the Autohelm ST2000+ tiller pilot. The boat's layout is practical, boasting an aft cockpit with tiller steering, a well-arranged galley with a cool box and gas oven, a spacious saloon with extensive storage, and a separate heads compartment. Able to accommodate up to six people, the sleeping arrangement includes a V forward cabin, quarter cabin, and convertible saloon seating. Despite requiring restorative work due to osmotic blistering and periods of neglect, this Westerly Merlin holds potential for those with a vision for refurbishment, supported by its thorough historical documentation and critical survey insights.

About this Westerly Merlin

General information

Make/model
Westerly Merlin

Price
£5,950 GBPFinance this boat

Tax / VAT status
Paid / Included

Category
Used sail boat for sale

Year
1985

Location
Chichester, United Kingdom

Remarks :
'Capriccio of Bosham' is a Westerly Merlin bilge-keel GRP sloop. She has a white hull with cream superstructure, grey band and blue and red stripes. She has unfortunately been unattended for the last couple of years due to unfortunate circumstances so is requiring some work and attention to restore what once was a lovingly cared for boat. A survey in 2019 found osmotic blistering below the waterline so this should also be considered.

She has a very comprehensive history with reams of paperwork showing all her history over the years. She would be great for someone looking for a bit of a project.

Please call us on 01243 550042 for more information.

Accommodation :
Accommodation:

Cockpit:
Aft cockpit with approx 4ft deep and long lazarette to Starboard side. Tiller steering, transom hung rudder.
Lines lead back to cockpit, making safe sailing from cockpit easy!

Galley and Saloon:
Galley has had Oven and hob, sink with both foot pump running water AND a pressured pump taps.
Fitted cool box in the galley worktop
Lots of space for storage of dishes, cutlery and food etc.
Spacious seating area both port and Starboard side with folding table in the center.
Huge amounts of storage under seating areas both port and Starboard.
Navigation desk with storage.
Separate spacious heads to the starboard side with pumped water for taps.

Sleeping:
6 Berths
2 Berths in V forward cabin with spacious locker space below sleeping area.
2 Berths in Port side quarter cabin
2 Berths in Port side saloon seating (seating area can be extended to make double berth)

Inventory :
Navigation:

Steering compass by Plastimo
GPS by Phillips
GPS/Chartplotter by Raymarine
Depth sounder by Raymarine
Speed log by Raymarine
Navigation lights
Autohelm ST2000+ tiller pilot

Inventory:

Plastimo gas oven
Liferaft
Horseshoe lifebouy
Liferaft
Fenders
Lines

Mechanical :
Mechanical:

Bukh DV-20 twin cylinder 20hp diesel inboard engine
Stainless steel fresh water tank
Painted steel fuel tank

Rigging and sails:

Standing rigging - found to be in good order in 2019 survey
Running rigging - found to be in good order in 2019 survey
Mainsail with slab reefing - found to be in good order in 2019 survey
Genoa - found to be in good order in 2019 survey