The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Sparkman & Stephens 34 UK Built

Voted Worlds Coolest Yacht!
£0 Sold / Unavailable
  • Boat REF#  ·  336076
  • LOA  ·  10.21m
  • Year  ·  1970
  • Construction  ·  GRP
  • Underwater profile  ·  Fin
  • Berths  ·  5
  • Engine  ·  1 x Diesel 27hp, Yanmar 3GM ()
  • Lying  ·  Milford Marina
Boatshed Wales
Boatshed Wales
James Kimpton

The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Extra Details

Designer Sparkman & Stephens
Builder Aquafibre (UK)
Lying Milford Marina
Fuel capacity 10.0 ltr (2.2 G) Total - 1 Tanks
Water capacity 300.0 ltr (66.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks

Mechanical

Engine 1 x Diesel 27hp
Engine make and model Yanmar 3GM ()
Engine Hours Not Recorded
Engine Cooled Direct
Steering Tiller
Drive Shaft
Prop(s) No prop- replacement needed
Fuel consumption (approx) Not Recorded
Cruising speed (approx) 5 knots
Max speed (approx) 6.5 knots

Seen to crank but not run, we believe the engine is serviceable but requires fresh fuel and a full service.

Dimensions

LOA 10.21m
LWL 7.37m
Beam 3.07m
Draft Max 1.75m
Displacement 4,171kg (9,197.1lbs)
Headroom 2.10m
Storage Ashore

Rig

Sloop rigged Aluminium spars () with stainless steel standing rigging ()

Sails

Mainsail Jeckylls - Slab (2014)
Headsail - Furling (2010)
Other sails Light weight Genoa ()
Storm Trisail ()
Storm Jib ()
Spinnaker gear

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 240 shore power voltage, 3 batteries charged by: engine

Construction

Construction GRP
Underwater profile Fin
Finish Paint finish

British built, Eilean Mor is constructed of glassfibre to an incredibly high spec, with huge scantlings and the hull finished with a triple gelcoat.

Accommodation

Total # of berths 5
No. of double berths 1
No. of single berths 3
Cabin(s) 2
Handbasin 1
Heads 1 heads (Manual)

2 burner gas cooker/stove

Accommodation

Cooker/stove
Grill
Sink
Icebox
Manual water system

2 burner gas cooker/stove

Deck Gear

Sail cover
Sprayhood
Warps
Fenders
Boathook
Instrument Covers

1 halyard winches
4 sheet winches
3 anchors
(CQR Delta Danforth)
30.00m of chain
10.00m of warp
Avon Type dinghy ()
(Inflatable)
2hp outboard, Honda, Short Shaft ()

Nav Equipment

Compass
Speed
Log
Wind
VHF
VHF DSC radio
GPS
Chart plotter
Clock
Barometer
Navigation lights
Echo sounder

Yes

Safety Equipment

LPG Detector
Life buoys
Safety harnesses
Horn

2 bilge pumps (1 manual / 1 Electric)

Broker's Comments

Boatshed Wales is delighted to present for sale this Sparkman and Stephens 34.

Famous worldwide, the S&S 34 is renowned for its style and performance. Yachting Monthly places the boat at the top of the "World's Coolest Yachts" list and notes Ted Heath's victory with Morning Cloud when he won the Sydney to Hobart race in 1969. Jessica Watson's record-breaking solo circumnavigation is another testament to the S & S 34's legacy, among many other examples. With hundreds built, only one has ever been lost at sea, earning the S&S 34 a reputation for excellent structural integrity, build strength, and heavy weather performance. To this day, it remains a yacht hard to outpace to windward.

"Eilean Mor" is no exception. Unquestionably attractive, with a graceful sheer, wineglass sections, a drawn-out counter, and distinctive tumblehome, her beauty is undeniable.

Sailed extensively by her current owner, the decision to sell is prompted by retirement from yachting. The boat requires some attention—the propeller sadly failed during her last outing and now needs to be removed and replaced at the end of the shaft. The engine has been seen to crank but not start and would benefit from a service and some fresh fuel. The interior could use a good spruce-up.

There is an extensive selection of sails, including a storm jib and main, a spinnaker, and a lightweight genoa. The boat comes with an inflatable dinghy and a 2hp Honda air-cooled outboard. The feel of the yacht is very much that of a boat used by a true sailor. Forget the microwave, TV, and champagne glasses, and think more of salty oilskins, heavy weather sailing books, and paper charts—she's no floating caravan!

We believe the price reflects the need for some investment, although this is a yacht with many more years of active use remaining and could be launched and sailed with minimal effort.

Viewing is highly recommended, especially for anyone who is not familiar with the lines of this iconic long-distance performer, unofficially crowned "The World's Coolest Yacht."

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

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