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West Solent One Design for sale in Nr.Ipswich United Kingdom

LOCATION

Nr.Ipswich United Kingdom

YEAR

1927

LENGTH

34.51 ft.

DETAILS

Condition

Used

Name

Vivacious

Year

1927

Make & Model

West Solent One Design

Boat type

Sail

Length

34.51 ft.

Fuel Type

Petrol

Location

Nr.Ipswich United Kingdom

MEASUREMENTS

Beam

7.51 ft.

Berths

3

Cabins

2

Draft Max

5.09 ft.

LWL

24.02 ft.

DESCRIPTION

The West Solent One Design is a thoroughbred amongst classic racing yachts. Vivacious is one of the 30 built in the UK through the 1920's. She has had a complete restoration by Speed Marine and her owner during 2010 and was re-launched in 2011. The refit included a new rig, hull renovation and modernising her deck layout for two handed cruising as well as classic regatta racing. Her owner has a complete diary of her restoration available.

The West Solent One Design is a thoroughbred amongst classic racing yachts. Vivacious is one of the 30 built in the UK through the 1920's. She has had a complete restoration by Speed Marine and her owner during 2010 and was re-launched in 2011. The refit included a new rig, hull renovation and modernising her deck layout for two handed cruising as well as classic regatta racing. Her owner has a complete diary of her restoration available. A recent insurance survey gave her a clean bill of health. An excellent and painless way of entering the classic regatta circuit! She must be viewed.

Viewing by appointment through our Suffolk Office - 01473 659681

Accommodation

The interior has been converted to have three bunks (vinyl upholstery), one forward and two settee berths. To starboard of the mast is a small heads compartment with a marine toilet. Opposite this is space for the all important drinks locker! The saloon has the two settee berths with lee cloths. Aft and to starboard is the chart table with 12V switch panel and chart storage. Opposite this is the galley with a simple gas cooker. 10 gallon fresh water capacity with a foot pump.

Spars & Sails

New mast in 2013 by Speed Marine. New standing and running rigging 2013. Sailspar head sail furling system, 2013. Spinnaker pole with deck stowage. Four bronze winches - Barient and Lewmar, self tailing. The running rigging is partly led aft to the cockpit and comprise a flattener, three reefs, three halyards and topping lift.

  • Racing Mainsail - Parker & Kay - 2006
  • Racing Foresail - Parker & Kay - 2006
  • Cruising Mainsail - Cranfield Sails
  • Cruising Foresail - Cranfield Sails
  • Tri Radial Spinnaker - Suffolk Sails - with sheets, guys and blocks
  • Working sail area is 567 sq ft plus and additional 540 sq ft with the spinnaker

Mechanical Systems

3.5hp Tohatsu outboard motor. This locates on a removable side deck bracket and can be operated by the helmsman from the cockpit. The engine is suitable for entering marinas and picking up buoys.

Navigation Equipment

  • Steering compass
  • Hand held VHF radio
  • Lowrance GPS/plotter
  • NASA log and echo sounder
  • Two 86A batteries plus a 20amp charger

Deck Equipment

  • 12Kg plough anchor with 20m of 5/16 inch chain
  • Kedge anchor with 22m warp
  • Various mooring warps
  • Six fenders
  • Two winch handles
  • Spray hood (easily removed for racing), 2011
  • Mainsail cover
  • Ridge pole and supports
  • Hatch covers
  • Self steering tiller
  • 25 gal/min whale bilge pump

PROPULSION

Engine Count

1

Engine Horse Power

3.5

Propeller Type

3 Blade

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HULL

Designer

H G May

Hull Material

Wood

Hull Type

Monohull

OTHER

Bathrooms

Yes

Single Berths

3

Cabin Headroom

1.52 meters

Displacement(kgs)

4263.77 kilograms

Drive Up

1.58 meters

Engine Type

Outboard 2 Stroke

Fuel Tanks Capacity

7.57 liters

No of Heads

1

Keel Type

Full Keel

Water Tanks Capacity

37.85 liters

ABOUT WEST SOLENT ONE DESIGN

The West Solent One Design is a 35 feet long that boasts a 7.5 feet beam. and a draft of 1.55 meters.This 1927 Petrol West Solent One Design is powered by a Tohatsu 3.5, with 3.5 horsepower. The West Solent One Design is made of wood.