I had another visit to Brooms Boats yesterday. Brooms was founded in 1898 by Charles J Broom at first building individual sailing vessels for the local gentry to sail on the wide open spaces of the Norfolk Broads. Over the course of the next 100 years Broom have gone from strength-to-strength, offering innovation and quality hand craftsmanship.
They specialise in Aft Cabin Cruisers, manufactured to the very highest standard. The main advantage of owning an Aft Cabin craft is that it makes full use of the spacious full beam width, providing a large cabin with walk around 'island berth' and en-suite facilities, along with built in, full length wardrobes, dressing tables & bedside cabinets.
This Broom Ocean 42 in my opinion was one of the best of the classic style. Interior layout varies in detail depending on what was specified when new. All boats have a large aft cabin and two forward cabins although in some later models the forward V-berth was replaced by an island double, allowing guests to be accommodated in some comfort.
Some boats like this one do not have the interior helm position, preferring instead to make the most of the large deck saloon. In most cases a 'corridor' galley, reminiscent of the Ocean 37, leads to the en-suite owners aft cabin, although some models had a separate staircase to port.
A variety of twin Volvo diesels were fitted during the production life, varying in power from between 200 and 300hp, which had a corresponding impact on performance
Some stats for you:
LOA: 42ft 1in / 12.83m
Beam: 14ft 0in / 4.27m
Draught: 3ft 3in / 0.99m Min.
Air Draught: 10ft 6in / 3.20
Hull/Deck: GRP Hull Form: Semi-displacement Cruise Speed: 15 knots
Max. Speed: 22 knots Fuel Capacity: 2 x 150 gals / 2 x 682 ltrs Water Capacity: 1 x 145 gals / 1 x 660 ltrs
Build Period: 1978-1989
Number Built: 36
Successor Model: Broom 44/Broom 42CL
Market Value: £120,000 - 140,000
They always Survey very well. Just keep your eye on the window leaks. Built like a tank… a real little ship.
Thinking of Buying a Boat and Need Help? I specialise in Boats of all types, and I will assist you to make an informed decision. Contact me for a detailed and comprehensive report at:
steventruss1@aol.com
They specialise in Aft Cabin Cruisers, manufactured to the very highest standard. The main advantage of owning an Aft Cabin craft is that it makes full use of the spacious full beam width, providing a large cabin with walk around 'island berth' and en-suite facilities, along with built in, full length wardrobes, dressing tables & bedside cabinets.
This Broom Ocean 42 in my opinion was one of the best of the classic style. Interior layout varies in detail depending on what was specified when new. All boats have a large aft cabin and two forward cabins although in some later models the forward V-berth was replaced by an island double, allowing guests to be accommodated in some comfort.
Some boats like this one do not have the interior helm position, preferring instead to make the most of the large deck saloon. In most cases a 'corridor' galley, reminiscent of the Ocean 37, leads to the en-suite owners aft cabin, although some models had a separate staircase to port.
A variety of twin Volvo diesels were fitted during the production life, varying in power from between 200 and 300hp, which had a corresponding impact on performance
Some stats for you:
LOA: 42ft 1in / 12.83m
Beam: 14ft 0in / 4.27m
Draught: 3ft 3in / 0.99m Min.
Air Draught: 10ft 6in / 3.20
Hull/Deck: GRP Hull Form: Semi-displacement Cruise Speed: 15 knots
Max. Speed: 22 knots Fuel Capacity: 2 x 150 gals / 2 x 682 ltrs Water Capacity: 1 x 145 gals / 1 x 660 ltrs
Build Period: 1978-1989
Number Built: 36
Successor Model: Broom 44/Broom 42CL
Market Value: £120,000 - 140,000
They always Survey very well. Just keep your eye on the window leaks. Built like a tank… a real little ship.
Thinking of Buying a Boat and Need Help? I specialise in Boats of all types, and I will assist you to make an informed decision. Contact me for a detailed and comprehensive report at:
steventruss1@aol.com
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