Last chance to buy a Mini-Transat in support Of Sail 4 Cancer
by Marina Johnson 7 Feb 2015 18:40 GMT
7 February 2015
Reduced to just £4,500 for a quick sale in support of Sail 4 Cancer, the Dudley Dix Mini-Transat yacht must be moved by the end of February.
A 6.5 metre Dudley Dix designed 'Mini-Transat' style yacht is being sold to raise funds for Sail 4 Cancer. Originally for sale at a price of £7,500 the price has been slashed to just £4,500 because the boatyard space is needed for another project. The reduced price is intended to push through a quick sale before the end of February.
The boat, which was built as a self-build project in 2013 is being brokered in support of Sail 4 Cancer by Boatshed Hamble. The boat is being sold with all new deckgear from Harken, unused sails from Crusader and Z Spars Aluminium mast spars (2013) with stainless steel standing rigging.
The Dudley Dix Mini is a radius chine plywood design which has received rave reviews both within the United States and Europe. With a fin keel and a round bilge (from sheet material), the design is marketed as a 'low budget performer'. With the spinnaker pack, the boat is designed to plane with ease.
Andrew Hayward, Trustee of Sail 4 Cancer explained, "Thanks to the generous support of the team at Deacons Boatyard, we have been able to store this boat ashore very cheaply since last year. However, the land is now needed for another project and the time has come to find this boat a new home. Originally for sale at £7,500 we have taken the decision to slash the price to £4,500 to move her on quickly."
Andy continued "Whilst the hull needs some work before she can be re-floated, the deck gear, mast and sails are brand spanking new and have never been used. This project would ideally suit someone with a passion for wooden boats who will enjoy the process of finishing this boat to a high standard."
He concluded, "We are incredibly grateful to the owner for his incredible generosity. The sale of this boat will directly help families living with cancer. Last year we provided 1,500 water based respite days for families living in very difficult circumstances. This wonderful gift will help us to deliver a similar number this year as well."
Interested parties should contact Peter Delbridge at Boatshed Hamble on 07710 224 754. Photos of the yacht can be viewed at tinyurl.com/dudley-dix-mini More information on the design and class can be found at www.dixdesign.com/didimini.htm