1986 Nauticat 40 Cutter Ketch Pilothouse

SUR LA MER1986 Nauticat 40 Pilothouse Cutter-Ketch MotorsailerA legendary Sparkman & Stephens-designed Nauticat, built in Finland for serious offshore cruising. With a protected pilothouse helm, powerful Ford Lehman 135 diesel, and a flexible cutter-ketch rig, SUR LA MER combines bluewater capability with exceptional comfort.This yacht has already proven her offshore pedigree, having crossed the Atlantic and cruised to Venezuela, and remains in impeccable interior and mechanical condition with extensive maintenance records.Vessel SpecificationsBuilder: Siltala YachtsModel: Nauticat 40Year: 1986Designer: Sparkman & StephensHull Type: Displacement Pilothouse MotorsailerRig: Cutter-KetchLOA: 40 ftBeam: 13 ft 1 inDraft: 5 ft 9 inDisplacement: approx. 30,000 lbsKeel: Modified FinRudder: Skeg-HungFuel: approx. 190 galWater: approx. 180 galEngine: Ford Lehman 135Engine Hours: ~3000 (estimated)Cruising Speed (Power): 9 knotsTypical Sailing Speed: ~7 knotsGenerator: 5 kWAir Conditioning: 16,000 BTULocation: New Bern, North CarolinaAccommodationsThe Nauticat 40 is renowned for its warm teak interior and outstanding pilothouse visibility.• Spacious raised pilothouse salon• Inside helm station with excellent sightlines• Beautiful teak joinery throughout• Huge aft master cabin with large berth and abundant storage• Forward guest cabin• Two private heads• New marine toilets• New sanitation hoses• Bright and airy living space ideal for cruising or liveaboardInterior condition aboard SUR LA MER is reported to be immaculate.Navigation ElectronicsRaymarine Electronics Suite – Installed 2017 and 2021• Raymarine chartplotter• Raymarine radar• Autopilot• VHF radio• Navigation instruments• Engine tachometer (new)Mechanical Equipment• Ford Lehman 135 diesel engine• Approx. 4000 hours• 5 kW generator 1650 hours• New hydraulic pump and steering lines 2017• New tachometer• Complete engine maintenance logs• Engine room extremely clean and well maintained• Reliable cruising speed ~7 knotsElectrical Systems• 110V / 12V electrical system• Shore power connections• Battery banks• Generator power supply• Air conditioning system – 16,000 BTU New 2021 Salon/Pilothouse* Air conditioning 16000 BTU Split System for V-Berth, Galley and Aft CabinPlumbing & Water Systems• Hot and cold pressure water• New marine toilets 2015• New sanitation hoses 2015• Raritan 6-Gal Water HeaterGalley Equipment• Refrigeration• Uline icemaker (replaced 2015)• Stove / oven• Stainless sink• Ample storage and cabinetryRigging & SailsCutter-Ketch Sail Plan• Mainsail• Mizzen sail• Genoa (recently serviced – good condition)• Asymmetrical spinnaker• Standing rigging inspected and serviced• Mast footing replaced• Cutter staysail rigging• Strong cruising rig ideal for offshore sailingDeck & Hull Equipment• Modified fin keel• Skeg-hung rudder for protection offshore• 150 ft new anchor chain• Primary anchor with rode• Mounted liferaft (requires repacking)Updated Seadeck Faux Teak in Cockpit• Teak decks professionally removed in 2014* Cockpit Canvas, Canvas Hatch/Window Coverings • Solid fiberglass decks – no leaks reported• Wide side decks for safe movement• Secure cockpit with excellent protectionSafety Equipment• Offshore liferaft (mounted – service due)• Navigation lights• Bilge pumps• Lifelines and deck safety hardwareRecent Maintenance & Upgrades• Raymarine electronics installed 2017• Icemaker replaced 2015• Teak decks professionally removed 2014• Standing rigging inspected and serviced• Mast footing replaced• New Anchor Chain 200' BBB 3/8" + 150' 5/8" 3-Strand Nylon Rode• New hydraulic pump and steering lines 2017• New marine toilets 2015• New sanitation hoses 2015• Bottom paint 2023• Extensive maintenance log availableBroker’s RemarksFew cruising yachts combine the rugged bluewater pedigree, pilothouse comfort, and timeless craftsmanship of the Nauticat 40. Designed by Sparkman & Stephens and built in Finland, these yachts are respected worldwide for their ability to handle serious offshore passages while keeping the crew comfortable and protected.SUR LA MER has already proven her capabilities with an Atlantic crossing and Caribbean cruising. With her immaculate interior, well-maintained Ford Lehman engine, and extensive cruising equipment including generator, wired for watermaker, and modern electronics, she is ready for her next adventure.This yacht would be ideal for:• ICW cruising• Great Loop voyages• Caribbean cruising• Comfortable liveaboard life• Long-distance passagemaking

Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

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