Dufour 385 Grand Large in vendita (2005) in Cardiff, Cardiff, Regno Unito

Description

Aquila is an outstanding example of the Dufour 385 Grand Large, launched in 2005 as the London Boat Show 40th Anniversary Display Model — boasting numerous extras from new.

Lovingly maintained and continuously upgraded by her current owners since 2011, she has provided safe, fast, and spacious family cruising across the Bristol Channel, English Channel, Brittany, Ireland, and Scotland.

Owned by a professional engineer, Aquila has benefited from a programme of continual refinement and upgrades completed to an exceptionally high technical standard. Every system onboard has been thoughtfully improved or modernised with meticulous attention to detail, making this one of the most comprehensively equipped and capable examples of the Dufour 385 Grand Large currently on the market.

With an elegant interior, extensive documentation, and modernised systems throughout, Aquila represents a rare opportunity to acquire a turn-key cruiser of proven capability.

Fully documented, UK VAT Paid, and SSR registered.

Engine & Machinery

• Make & Model: Volvo MD2030D
• Engine HP: 30 hp
• Engine Age: Original
• Engine Hours: 2,312 (as of 28-08-2025)
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Drive Type: Saildrive

• Propeller: Bruntons Autoprop (feathering) – original Volvo prop included as spare

   

 Electrics

• Voltage: 12V and 220V
• Domestic Batteries: 2 x 105Ah sealed lead-acid
• Engine Battery: 1 x 75Ah sealed lead-acid (new 2025)
• Battery Charger: Cristec 25A
• Shore Power: Yes
• Solar Panels: 1 x 100W panel with MPPT regulator
• Additional Features:
  • New switch panel
  • Multiple USB and 12V outlets
  • UK mains sockets in all cabins

  • Fully integrated systems

     

Tanks

• Fuel Capacity: 160 litres (1 tank)
• Water Capacity: 320 litres (2 tanks)
• Holding Tank: 55 litres (1 tank fitted)

Rigging & Sails

• Rig Type: Sloop (Fractional rig)
• Rigging Age: All standing rigging replaced in phases – all <10 years="">
• Mast & Boom: Soromap, double spreader mast, split backstays
• Deployable Inner Forestay: Yes

• Mast Rewiring (2021): LED nav lights, deck floodlight, VHF and TV aerials

   

Sails

• Mainsail: Kemp (2020), 31.5 m², fully battened, 3 reef, serviced 2025
• Genoa: 42.6 m², 140% overlapping, adjustable sheet cars, serviced 2025
• Spinnaker: Gennaker on Karver furling system with removable bowsprit
• Sail Handling: Stackaway system, lazy jacks
• Winches:
  • 2 x Lewmar 44.2 ST (Genoa)
  • 1 x Lewmar 32.2 ST (Main & halyards starboard)
  • 1 x Lewmar 32.2 ST (Port halyards)
  • Snatch block / barber hauler included
• Running Rigging: Washed annually, replaced as needed

Accommodation

• Berths: 8
• Cabins: 3
• Doubles: 3 + convertible saloon table (2 adults or 3 children)
• Heads: 1
• Heating: Webasto Evo 40 diesel heater (fitted 2023)
• Hot Water (Calorifier): Quick 20L – via engine & shore power
• Fridge: Yes
• Cooker: Nelson 2-burner with grill and oven
• Entertainment:
  • Smart TV with DVD player
  • Fusion stereo system

• Interior Finish: Enhanced storage, 7” pocket spring mattress (forward), foam toppers (aft), upgraded cushions

   

Deck Equipment

• Windlass: Quick 1000W Electric
• Anchor 1: 22kg Delta with 50m chain + 30m multiplait warp
• Anchor 2: Kedge anchor with short chain

• Controls: Deck-mounted windlass foot switches + original remote

   

Navigation & Instruments

• Radar: Raymarine Quantum
• Chart Plotter: Raymarine Axiom Pro 9
• Autopilot: Raymarine p70s with EV1 & ACU-200
• Speed/Depth/Wind: Raymarine ST60 (3 units)
• Navtex: ICS Nav6plus
• Compass: 2 x binnacle, 1 x handheld
• VHF Radio: ICOM M423G with cockpit Command Mic
• AIS: Raymarine AIS650 Class B Tx/Rx
• Wireless Network: Integrated radar, plotter, tablet repeater at nav station

• Additional: Samsung 10” tablet controls and mirrors MFD (Plotter), full network with VHF, Navtex & legacy ST60s

   

Tender & Outboard (Optional / Negotiable)

• Tender: Tinker Tramp with sailing kit & oars
• Outboard: ePropulsion electric
• Other Available Equipment (Subject to separate negotiation):
  • Paddles, cookware, cutlery, crockery

  • Galley equipment, bosunry, extra warps & fenders

     

Safety Equipment

• Life Raft: 6-man (service required)
• EPIRB: Yes
• Life Jackets: 4
• Lifebuoys: 2
• Danbuoy: 1
• Electric Bilge Pump: 1
• Manual Bilge Pump: 1
• Radar Reflector: Yes
• Emergency Tiller: Yes
• Gas Alarm: Yes
• Fire Blanket: 1
• Fire Extinguishers: 6
• Jackstays: Yes
• PLBs: 2
• Gas System: Solenoid shut-off, bubble leak detector, inspection certificate (2025)

Additional Information

• SSR registered
• Many other features/upgrades not specified above and can be shown when viewing
• Full documentation including original owner’s manuals, VAT proof, and maintenance history
• Lightly used, well-maintained example
• Currently lying: Cardiff, UK