This item has been sold We have never offered a boat of this standard in our 18 years as yacht brokers.
This is a true classic which has been with the same owner since 1972 and has recently completed the most comprehensive 15 year re-fit imaginable. There are other yachts of this type available…and all will be available for significantly less money than this example…but not one of them will come close to the quality of that which is being offered here…
Type: Van de Stadt Trintel 1: 4/5 Berth, steel, long-fin keel cruising sloop. Builder - Anne Wever Yard, Hertogenbosch. Netherlands 1961 (Hull Number 222).
LOA 27’ 10” (8.38m) LWL 22’ (6.70m) Beam 8’(2.43m)
Draft 4’ 6” (1.37 m) Displacement Approx. 5,000 kg
Summary of the Re-fit;
It would not be practical to attempt to detail the level of works that the re-fit entailed in these particulars – any prospective purchaser will have every opportunity to discuss any aspect of the re-fit with her owner in person during viewings. However – as an overview the following was conducted between 1990 and 2003…(cont.)
· Hull stripped to bare metal below the waterline – International Epoxy Protection applied.
· Topsides re-painted to flawless finish using International 2 pack paint.
· Mild steel toe-rail shelf replaced by stainless steel
· New teak toe-rails
· All woodwork completely stripped – renewed and repaired where necessary and re-varnished and painted to flawless finish.
· New windows – brass frames re-chromed (All chrome hardware is re-chromed)
· New spruce mast constructed by Douglas Boatyard, Lancashire
· All new rigging – standing (Victory Stainless) and running
· Perkins Perama 29hp engine/gearbox fitted in 2002, first used 2003 (Approx 50 hours use)
· Total re-wire / new switchgear
· Installation of new electronic navigation aids
· Installation of Eberspacher cabin heating
· New interior upholstery
· All plumbing and gas installations renewed
· Sails (as new-fully battened main, furling genoa)
Summary
Selene Fair should not be considered by anyone who will compare her to a modern 27 foot yacht in terms of space, speed and styling…if you are looking for features such as an aft cabin, 6 berths, a spacious heads compartment with a shower, hot water and the promise of low maintenance…buy another yacht.
If you want steady performance and classic lines from a yacht in good condition that has been well maintained – you should not struggle to find it – and you will find it at a much lower asking price than Selene Fair’s
However, if you are looking for something truly unique, and you realise that genuine quality comes at a price and also know that steel and wood cannot be neglected like GRP can, then you could well be the one to reap the benefit and derive the pleasure from what has been one of life’s true labours of love.
The result of such a lifetime’s dedication is a yacht that despite her compact size, behaves like a much larger vessel. She sails like a dream and drives through the water under power like a destroyer - as a passage making sea boat she is second to none for her size.
She is warm, dry and comfortable at sea – she doesn’t vibrate, rattle or leak and a walk round the decks is like a stroll on the promenade of the RY Brittania – after all, she is from the same era.
Selene Fair is very reluctantly for sale as the owner’s family (and grand-children!) need a slightly larger vessel.
Selene Fair is lying indoors in Preston (approx 5 miles from Preston Marina). Viewing is strictly by prior appointment and will be accompanied by her owner.
A survey conducted in June 2003 is available for inspection.
The price for Selene Fair can be discussed with the owner.
A more comprehensive set of details can be supplied upon request.
Transport: Road Transport to any Mainland UK destination is included within sale price. Overseas shipping can be arranged by negotiation.
Mooring: For the 2008 Summer season a swinging mooring on Windermere can be made available for this yacht. Alternatively a pontoon berth at Preston Marina is available – both at advantageous cost.
Note; This website does not support a Price On Application feature, hence the inaccurate price shown.
http://www.selene-fair.co.uk for more details and photos
