Remarks : Wonderful example of these highly desirable offshore sailing yachts. Built in 1973 by Jeremy Rogers to a David Sadler design. This yacht under went a refit between 2012 and 2016 when she was completely resprayed, inside and out, her internals were reupholstered and varnished and her rigging was replaced. Keel stepped spars replaced in 2006. Sail wardrobe by JKA sails including slab reefing main, roller furling genoa, No3 jib and spinnaker. Electronics include wireless Raymarine Tack-Tic wind speed and depth instruments. ... read more

Lying in Portugal this is a beautiful classic cruiser to be your sweet home on your future long distance sailing adventues? She is well equipped and can easily be made ready to cross any ocean. In portugal she is lying on the doorstep of the Caribbean and the Med. Delivery could even be arranged.. I have owned my 'Oceana since 2010. She was purchhased to be my home during a singlehanded circumnavigation. Extensive investments were made in the boat to further such a trip.. Time has passed and plans have changed and now I will not be sailing singlehanded but I will still be sailing on a la... read more

The Contessa 32 of which 750 were built, is widely known and admired by generations of yachtsmen. They have achieved almost a cult status by virtue of their seaworthy design ,robust build and the being the only yacht in the small boat class of the 1979 Fastnet race to finish. Tantris is an example of good ownership in which a regular and conscientious programme of maintenance and renewals have ensured a seaworthy fast cruiser. The hull has been Awlgrip finished and which greatly enhances her appearance. In the previous ownership £20,000 was spent, epoxy; windows; Awlgrip hull; eng... read more

The Contessa 34 OOD (Off shore One Design) was designed to sail as an ocean racer, but as a one design it was also built with comfort in mind down below a genuine cruiser with racer performance when you want it. They were also the first production boat to be built with a resin injection moulding process - see further details in the construction section above. This particular boat has a non standard keel with a shallower draft of 1.49m compared to the standard draft of 1.93m, which is the cruising rather than the racing keel. The yacht is well equipped it had a new engine in 2004 that has only... read more

ALL VIEWINGS ARE CURRENTLY STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY The Contessa 32 is a well-proven and enduring design, considered to be the benchmark yacht at their time and now enjoying true classic yacht status. Although popular for one-design and club racing, they are easy to handle and fun to sail, with many being used for short-handed long-distance cruising. While 'Scintilla II' is a very good example having been fitted with a modern engine and electric windlass, her mast and standing rigging are due for replacement, which is reflected in the asking price. Otherwise she is unusually original ... read more

This Contessa 43 is a classic design of Jeremy Rogers, she is a fast and extraordinarily elegant sailing yacht which has been well cared for and is presented in great condition. Her current owners have spared no expense on her maintenance and upgrades, including an interior refit in 2015 and exterior refit in 2019.... read more

Contessa 26 kept at local sailing club stood ashore for the Winter. Last survey was carried out in 2017 which concluded that she was in good condition but needed some TLC and cosmetics. In 2019, the engine was overhauled and new engine mounts were fitted. Summer 2020 the topsides have undergone refurbishment and a repaint... Every Contessa 26 carries it's own solid, dependable provenance. This example was built in 1968. modifications have been carried out on her to make her a useful day sailer : a new stack pack main sail. Head sail furling system. The water system has been removed... read more

The Contessa 32 is a well proven and enduring design and these elegant cruising yachts are easy to handle and fun to sail. Their sea keeping qualities are legendary and they are just as happy being used as coastal cruisers as they are crossing oceans. This good example has been well looked after and continually upgraded and viewing is recommended. This vessel was last surveyed before purchase by present owner in 2004. The owner has replaced the engine; standing rigging; upholstery, sails coppercoated and added Awlgip paint finished the hull in an attractive and enduring dark blue.... read more

Contessa 34 - 1983 Fin keel, Volvo D1 30hp, 352 hours, 6 berths in 2 cabins plus saloon, equipped with heating and hot water, she also has a tiller pilot and was re rigged in 2015 Call 02380 230100 to view Documents: Bills of Sale evidencing 5 years clear title Expired part one registration showing previous owners Letter from Jeremy Rogers Ltd stating VAT was paid... read more

Nazca II is a well looked after and specified Contessa OOD 34, her current owner bought her in 2000 and has cruised and raced her regularly in that time. She has a strong inventory and will serve her next owners well, she has been set up for ORC Category 2 offshore racing.... read more