42 ft steel cabin cruiser, converted from ex-Dutch navy launch, historical vessel estimated 1940s suitable for short stays and long haul journeys including trips to london, france and holland. With a small draft of 3ft suitable for inland waterways as well.
Aft Captain's cabin with en-suite toilet and hand sink.
Bespoke hand turned joinery woodwork in main saloon area with kitchen and dining area which can be converted into a double bed. Cabin height of over 6ft for tall passengers, with efforts to maximum storage space without impacting utility.
A further forward cabin with raised double bed and small side room suitable for young child, this room can also be used at a larder alternatively.
Forward bathroom with toilet, shower and sink.
Boat has 2 Perkins 400 series engines, on board Yanmar generator 13kva, 4 battery banks, diesel hot water central heating.
Navigation equipment:
Raymarine Radar
Garmin chart plotter
Garmin auto pilot
AIS fitted
M-Tech MT500 VHF ship to shore radio
Garmin depth sounder
Has recently been reupholstered in May 22, new handmade curtains in most of the boat. Fixed smart TV and sound system, smoke alarm and gas alarm.
Everything fully serviced for going back in water May 22
Engines were replaced to brand new Perkins 400 series from Perkins 6458 in 06/07, new rev counters etc fitted, with PRM gearboxes, lovely cruising boat, have enjoyed the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands in this girl, plenty of life left yet.
Survey November 2021
Very genuine reason for sale for this much loved boat
Viewing by Appointment
Price negotiable, open to reasonable offers
Vessel type: | Steel Cabin Cruiser |
Builder: | De Groot |
Make: | De Groot |
Model: | 42 |
Registry: | SSR 152515 needs renewed |
Berths: | 5 |
No. of engines: | 2 |
Engine model: | Perkins 400 Series |
Fuel type: | Diesel |
Drive type: | Shaft drive |
Length over all: | 12.8m |
Beam: | 4m |
Maximum draft: | 3' |
Hull material: | Steel |
Hull type: | Displacement |
Hull colour: | Navy blue |
Dry Weight: | 14 metric tons |
Fuel capacity: | 1000 Litres |
Water capacity: | 100 Litres |
Excellent comfortable living and sleeping areas, very suitable for 4 adults staying on board even for long periods of cruising. All aspects of the vessel have been upgraded over time for maximum use of space, comfort, modern conveniences perfect all all levels of use.
Steel displacement motorboat, cruising speed of 7 knots, top speed of 10 knots depending on conditions.
Full size cooker, handmade curtains, microwave, TV, sound system, liferaft, compressor, butlers sink, central heating system, plenty of plug sockets, handmade sliding main door, collapsible radar mast to reduce height for low bridges.
Water pump, bilge pumps, shower pump etc controls all on control panel for easy access at any time.
Raymarine Radar
Garmin chart plotter
Garmin auto pilot
Ais fitted
Vhf radio
Garmin depth sounder
Perkins 400 Series 2.2L engines.
No electronic engine management systems.
Fitted brand new in 06/07 routinely serviced regularly and have never caused any issues.
If wanting more in-depth engine specifications, happy to discuss.
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Plastimo 6 person life-raft - In need of routine operational service. Never deployed.
Automated fire suppression system in Engine Room
Additional fire extinguishers in main cabin, captains cabin, and front cabin
Fire blanket at kitchen area near cooker
Note: Indicated location is approximate general area only.