For those seeking a highly capable and continuously maintained Beneteau 57, 2nd Chance II presents a fantastic opportunity.
Survey on file showing the appraised value at $400,000!
Featuring the sought-after owner’s layout, she boasts a spacious master suite aft and two double cabins forward. The converted skipper’s cabin now serves as a dedicated tool room with additional fridge and freezer storage, making her perfect for long-term cruising to remote destinations.
Built for comfort, self-sufficiency, and effortless handling, this yacht is equipped with an Onan 9.5kW generator (95 hours), full air conditioning, water maker, and extensive upgrades for ocean crossings or coastal cruising.
Key Features & Upgrades:
✔ Onan Generator 9.5kW (95 hours, installed 2022)
✔ Full Air Conditioning
✔ Water Maker
✔ Electric Heads & Winches
✔ Awlgrip HTD Topsides (2020) – Premium, low-maintenance finish
✔ Stern Thrusters ($20,000 upgrade – 2020)
✔ New Bow Thruster & Switch Gear (2019)
✔ Hydraulic Davits Overhaul (2024)
✔ Major Cooling System Service (2023) – Chemical flush, cleaned, and scoped water jacket
✔ Rigging Inspection (2023)
✔ New Cockpit Cushions & Upgraded Helm Seat ($6,000 – 2021) – Ultimate cockpit comfort
✔ New Windows (2024)
✔ Covers for Hatches, Winches & Helm (2017)
✔ Upgraded Inverters ($5,000)
✔ Converted Crew Cabin to Tool & Storage Room – Additional Dometic deep freezers for provisioning
✔ MOB Personal Location Devices (3)
✔ Extra Fuel Tanks in Bow
✔ Continuous Maintenance & Spares Inventory – Enough onboard to "start a chandlery"
With hydraulic steering, in-mast furling, and all-electric winches, 2nd Chance II is built for shorthanded sailing with ease. The well-balanced hull and responsive sail plan ensure a smooth, confident ride in any conditions.
The center cockpit is spacious and designed for comfort, featuring upgraded cushions and a redesigned helm seat. Aft, the generous deck space—nicknamed the "patio" by the seller—provides an ideal setting for alfresco dining and relaxation. The hydraulic swim platform makes water access effortless, adding to the yacht’s appeal both at sea and at anchor.
Additional Information
TANKAGE
- Fuel Capacity: 800 liters
- (2) 240-litres tanks in stern
- (1) 180-litres tank in center (factory extra)
- (1) 210-litres extra fuel in bow
- Fresh Water Capacity: (2) 500 liters
- Holding Tanks: (3)
ACCOMMODATION
- Total Cabins: 3 (excluding captain/crew accommodation)
- Total Sleeps: 6/8
- Total Heads: 3 (electric saltwater flush, quiet)
- Total Berths: 3
ENGINE INFORMATION
- Manufacturer: Yanmar
- Model: [Not specified]
- Year: 2008
- Horsepower: 160hp
- Drive Type: Direct
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Propeller Type: Max Prop Folding
- Propeller Material: Bronze
- Engine Hours: 2600
- Engine Alarms: Yes
- Fuel Filters: 2 Primary, 1 Secondary (Racor)
- Emergency Stop: Yes
- Raw Water Sea Strainer: Yes
- Fuel Shut Off: Yes
- Engine Room Fire Extinguishing: Chemical
- Water Pump: Serviced 2022
- Chemical Flushed Through Water Jacket: Cleaned and scoped 2023
- Motor Serviced: Last year (40 hours)
- Major Service: 2023
- Routine Serviced: 2025 (since being on the hard)
- Lift Pump for Engine: Switch with shut-off valve in saloon cupboard
INTERIOR COMFORTS AND AMENITIES
- Refrigeration: Frigiboat front-loading with ice cube tray (24V)
- Freezer: Top-loading Friomatic
- Portable Fridge/Freezer: (2) Dometic (storage room)
- Stove and Oven: Eno 4-burner
- Propane Shut-off Valve
- Fume Detector
- Vented Propane Locker
- Microwave: Whirlpool
- Blender: Hamilton Beach Ice Crusher
- Toaster: Sunbeam
- Barbeque: Propane
- Coffeemaker: Keurig
- Watermaker: Desal & Nator (250 liters/hour)
- Icemaker: Frigidaire
- Dehumidifier: Portable Conaire
- Dishwasher: Doman
- Clothes Washer: Top-loading Gorenje
- Water Heater: Yes
- Water System: 24V
- Air Conditioner: (5) CruiseAir
- Heater: Webasto
- First Aid Kit: Comprehensive (2)
- Headroom: Max 7ft 1in / Min 5ft 11in
- Bunk Lengths: Forward berths - 75 inches & 55 inches, Master suite - 80 inches x 5ft 6in (70 inches)
- Lee Clothes and Leeboards: Installed on every bunk
ELECTRONICS AND NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT
- Primary Chart Plotter & GPS: Raymarine E80 (2) I90s at helm station
- Secondary Chart Plotter & GPS: Raymarine E120
- Radar: Raymarine
- Satellite Communication: TV, Radio Phone, and Data
- Depth Sounder: Raymarine
- Speed and Distance: Raymarine
- SSB Radio: Icom MD80 1GMDSS
- Primary VHF Radio: Raymarine with repeater at helm
- Secondary VHF Radio: (3) Handheld Icom (batteries need replacing)
- Wind Speed & Direction: Raymarine
- Compass: Plasmito
- Stereo: Kenwood
- Stereo Speakers: Alpine (interior & exterior)
- Television: Samsung
- AIS Receiver & Transmitter: SI-TEX
- EPIRB: (1) 2024 Smart AIS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Direct Current System Voltage: 24V
- Alternating Current Power System Voltage: 220V
- Batteries:
- House: (8) 24V Victron 4D Gel Cell, (1) 12V 4D
- 4 additional 4d gel cell house batteries
- Engine: (1) 4D Lead Acid
- Generator: (1) Group 27
- Generator: Onan 9.5KW (95 hours)
- Inverter: Vectron 12v phoenix charger
- Inverter charger: Upgraded 8000w Vectron Quattro 24v
- Battery Chargers: Multiple (Victron, Smart Chargers)
- Shore Power Cord: Various
- Battery Monitor: Victron BMS
- Alternator: 12V/24V 120A (Reconditioned 2021)
DECK AND COCKPIT EQUIPMENT
- Primary Anchor: Stainless Steel Plough (55ft stainless, 350ft galvanized)
- Secondary Anchor: Collapsible with leaded rode
- Dinghy Anchors: Collapsible (30ft chain & rode)
- Anchor Windlass: Lemar D4 (new motor/gearbox 2019)
- Bimini Top: 6ft 3in headroom
- Cockpit Cushions: Leather (new 2021, $6000)
- Swim Platform: Hydraulic tailgate
- Life Raft: (2) Hydrostatic Release (not in date)
SAILS AND RIGGING
- Roller Furling for Main & Genoa
- Winches: Mast (1), Cockpit (4) Electric
- Sails:
- Main Sail: Approximately 2013 (serviceable, re-did the luff)
- Headsail: 145%
- Solent Sail: 115%
- Spinnaker: Parachute (never used, inspected)
- Storm Sails: Head sail and Mainsail (never used)
SPARES AND TOOLS
- Water pressure system (including pumps and pressure tanks)
- Air conditioning circulation pump (new)
- Spare windlass motor and gear box
- (2) Full survival suits
- (6) Life jackets
- Safety Harness
- Bosun’s Chair
- Grab Bags (2)
- Flares (in date)
- Fuel filters
- Water pump impellers (engine & generator)
- Full complement of sockets and wrenches
- Power tools: Jigsaw, angle grinder, buffer, drills, rechargeable electric drill
- Vices, bolt cutters, electrical connectors
UPGRADES AND EXTRAS
- Awlgrip HDT Topsides (2020)
- Stern Thrusters ($20,000) (2020)
- Stainless Steel Bars Walk Around
- Onan Generator 9.5KW (2022, 95 hours)
- New Bow Thruster and Switch Gear (2019)
- Hydraulics on Davits Replaced (2024)
- Rigging Inspection (2023)
- Cockpit Cushions ($6000) & Upgraded Helm Seat (2021)
- Window Replacements (2024)
- Covers for All Hatches, Winches & Helm Station (2017)
- Converted Crew Cabin to Tool & Storage Room with 2 Dometic Deep Freezers
- MOB Devices (3) Personal Location
- Extra Fuel Tanks in Bow for Extended Cruising
Mechanical Disclaimer
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
Disclaimer
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.