1987 Bristol 56.6

Overall Condition: Meticulously maintained , with a clean hull and recent upgrades ensuring ready-to-sail condition. All maintenance performed at Seawanhaka Yacht Yard for more than a dozen years.

• Engine and genertor Reliability: The engine is in excellent shape, annually serviced and operates efficiently.
• Sail Condition: Sails are in top-notch condition, with complete set of additional cruising sails.
• Modern Electronics: Equipped with advanced navigation systems, including a GPS chart plotter and a new autopilot. New B &G navigation systems and dials at Nav station and at wheel topside. New electrical wiring through boat.
• Comfortable Interior: Below deck, spacious, tastefully finished teak cabin with updated upholstery and a functional galley.
• Safety Features: Includes essential safety gear such as a life raft, 5fire extinguishers,18 life jackets and modern navigation lights.
• Deck and Rigging: In excellent condition, with robust rigging and well-maintained winches for smooth operation.
• Storage Capacity: Ample storage is available throughout for equipment and galley, ideal for extended cruising or living aboard.
• Energy Efficiency: Efficient battery systems and charging to support long voyages.
• History and Documentation: Complete service history, manual of every system and all necessary documentation for a seamless transfer.
• Recent Upgrades: The sailboat features several recent upgrades, including a new bottom paint and modernized fittings.
• Performance and Handling: Known for its excellent sailing performance, offers smooth handling and stability in various conditions including a dropdown centerboard.
• Mooring and Anchoring System: Equipped with a reliable windlass and a sturdy anchor setup, it ensures secure and hassle-free mooring.
• Fuel and Water Systems: Onboard tanks provide ample capacity for fuel and fresh water during long trips.
• Galley Equipment: Fully equipped with a functional stove, refrigerator and ample storage for provisioning.
• Aesthetic Appeal: Sailboat boasts a timeless, elegant design with polished woodwork and sleek exterior lines.
• Forward and rear full heads
• Entertainment Systems: Equipped with modern entertainment features, including a marine-grade sound system and TV setup.
• Ventilation and Comfort: Multiple hatches, portholes and fans ensure excellent ventilation and natural light throughout the interior.
• Custom Features: Includes unique customizations like extra storage compartments, upgraded helm.
• Dockside Connections: Shore power hookups are fully functional for convenient dockside stays.
• Versatility: Perfect for both leisurely cruising and adventurous blue-water sailing, appealing to a range of sailors.

Construction Material Solid Fiberglass Hull

Keel Type Lead 5'6" with the board up 11' centerboard down

Ballast 20500 lbs (Lead)

Sail Area / Displacement (SA/D) Ratio 13.44

Ballast / Displacement Ratio 31.06

Displacement / Length Ratio (D/L) Ratio 312.8

Comfort Ratio 54.33

Capsize Screening Formula 1.53

Hull Speed 9.04 knots

Rig Type Cutter

P (Main Luff) 59 ft

E (Main Foot) 20 ft

I (Foretriangle Height)  68 ft

Forestay Length (est) 71.78 ft

J (Foretriangle Base) 23ft

Sail Area    1372 sq ft

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.

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.

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