1970 Nelson 42 Pilot

Marketing Description

We are delighted to present this Nelson 42 Pilot to the market, she was built by Automarine on the Isle of Wight seeing active service as a pilot boat before conversion to a cruiser. Consequently, she is built to the highest standards and has a distinct feeling of solidity. In 1996 this Nelson 42 Pilot went under a conversion and substantial process, which has continued throughout the current ownership. The end result you see today is a beautifully presented cruiser with all the creature comforts you might expect, achieved within a classic Nelson design combining the model's trademark solidity, ease of handling, sea keeping, practical deck layout, and traditional good looks.
Berth at Weymouth Marina is available for the new owner to continue.
Available for viewings now, please call

Mechanical

2x Cummins Vhp Inboard diesel engines
Self-changing gears type 250 reduction 3:1
4-blade propellers
1 x spare set of three-blade propellers
12 KVA GM Volvo diesel generator

Electrical

24v ring and engine start with circuit breakers
Automatic battery charging system from horsepower or switch over from generator
Newmar HDM battery charger
4 X Batteries

Navigation

Icom MC-3230 VHF DSC radio
Furuno Radar
Cetrek Autopilot
Plastimo Compass

Deck

Simpson Lawrence heavy-duty 24V Windlass/winch on foredeck
CQR anchor on SS bow roller
160 foot of 3/8 calibrated chain runs out of forward chain locker|
Aft Anchor stored on pushpit
Whitall SS davits
Wide working side decks with over SS guard rails and bow pulpit and pushpit

By Separate Negotiation
Zodiac Zoom 260 Air Deck tender
Mariner 3 hp outboard (Never used)

Safety

Electric bilge pumps
Hand-operated gusher Whale bilge pumps
Fire extinguishers with automatic engine compartment units

Accommodation

Finished throughout in teak and mahogany with some marine ply, all upholstery, and installation of lights throughout completed under current ownership. Headlining fully insulated.
At the stern ladder leads down to a good sized bathing platform, custom built for the boat.
Sleeps 5 in one cabin plus saloon

Forward Cabin/Saloon
Open plan forward berth V-shaped seating converts to generous berths for two
Removable saloon table can be used in cockpit
Storage cupboards behind
Access to chain locker
Heads
Jabsco manual marine toilet
Washbasin with taps
Storage cupboard under the sink
Storage cupboard behind heads
Shower stall
Shower and drain
Galley
Ergonomic kitchen countertop
SS sink with mixer tap
Microwave

Midship Cabin
Twin bunks port and starboard
Engine access Port and Starboard
Wheelhouse
Helm seat with a full panoramic view from the helm position
Navigation instruments and gauge array at helm seat to port
Navigation seat to starboard and crew settee to starboard

Construction

GRP hull, antifouled in December 2024

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.