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Bootveiling.com
Contest 27a mk1 now in the online auction. Anyone can bid until October 23, 2023
"The Dawn" is a Contest brand sailboat, type 27a mk1, with a classic look and a length of 8.30 meters and a width of 2.45 meters. The boat was built in 1970 and has a polyester hull in an s-frame design, which ensures good sailing characteristics. Steering is by tiller on the outside of the boat, and the rudder is single.
With four permanent berths, the accommodation offers plenty of room for a small crew. Inside you will find a dining area with comfortable cushions, but there is no hot water on board. The water tank has a capacity of 100 liters and the toilet is manual with discharge directly into the open water. Heating is not available.
The engine, a Kubota Z750 with 17 hp, is electrically started and allows sailing at a maximum speed of 12 km/h. The boat has one engine and a 50-liter fuel tank. Important gauges include a temperature gauge, an oil pressure gauge (light), and an alternator gauge (light).
In terms of rigging, the boat has one aluminum mast and three sails: mainsail, jib and genoa. The condition of the sails is described as fair.
Exterior equipment includes a spray hood for protection from the elements, sea railing for deck safety, fenders and lines, a swim ladder, and pulpit and stern chairs.
In terms of safety, the boat is equipped with a self-draining cockpit and an electric bilge pump.
Although "The Dawn" has some flaws, such as paintwork that needs attention and some aged woodwork (not rotten but old). There are no traces of osmosis, is positive.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This boat is sold under the general and special auction conditions.
This is a public auction so the purchase cannot be returned based on the legal right of withdrawal.
We advise you to make use of the viewing day.
Engine, electrics, water
Measuring instruments: Oil pressure protection by lampDynamo protection by lamp
Rig and sails
Other: Condition of sails: reasonable
Netherlands.
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