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Thinking of Selling Your Yacht?

Our Seller’s Survey is here to help! This comprehensive service provides yacht owners and brokers with an independent evaluation of the yacht's condition, ensuring your interests are protected throughout the sales process.

What’s Included?

A professional assessment to identify potential issues before they become price negotiation points.

Confidential findings to give you the upper hand in addressing concerns.

Peace of mind for you and potential buyers.

We handle all the details, including coordinating with brokers for access, so you can focus on what matters—getting the best value for your yacht.

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Explore the Gallart 13.50: A Classic Motor Yacht with Timeless Appeal

If you’re in search of a classic motor yacht that combines robust design, quality craftsmanship, and reliable performance at sea, look no further than the Gallart 13.50. Renowned for its solid construction and luxurious amenities, this yacht is a product of Gallart Yachts, a reputable Spanish shipyard known for its dedication to building high-quality vessels. This model is designed for both leisure cruising and long-range travel, offering spacious accommodations and a practical layout that has made it a favorite among private owners.

A Legacy of Excellence

Originally located in the charming town of Mataró, near Barcelona, Gallart Yachts first made a name for themselves in the 1950s, producing luxury motor yachts and later racing sailboats. In 1960, they became one of the first Spanish shipyards to experiment with fiberglass construction, leading to the launch of innovative and durable models like the Gallart 13.50. By 1966, Gallart Shipyard SA merged with Astler Ibiza SL to form Astilleros Reunidos SA (ARESA), further solidifying their reputation in the maritime industry.

Solid Construction

The Gallart 13.50 boasts a fiberglass hull that exemplifies strength and resilience, making it a dependable choice for seafarers. The solid construction ensures excellent seaworthiness, allowing you to embark on voyages with peace of mind. Whether you're cruising along the coastline or venturing into open waters, this yacht is ready to go anywhere.

Accommodation and Layout

One of the standout features of the Gallart 13.50 is its thoughtful accommodation arrangement. Accessed via a lockable sliding door from the central cockpit, the interior includes:

• Cabins & Heads:
  • Three cabins that comfortably sleep six, featuring two heads.
  • An owner's cabin located aft with a double bed and en-suite electric WC/shower room.
  • A forward cabin with two single beds (V-berth).
  • A guest cabin (port side) with bunk beds, one of which is child-sized.
  • Separate electric heads for the forward cabins with a shower and sink, equipped with a grey water collection and pump-out system.

The interior is designed for convenience and comfort, with ample storage and reading lights at every berth. A new hot water boiler (installed in 2019) ensures you have warm showers during your adventures.

Modern Amenities

The saloon area features a U-shaped seating arrangement (recovered in 2019) around a substantial table, an inner helm position for navigation, and entertainment options including a TV with DVD player and a radio/CD player with USB connectivity. With LED lighting throughout—some with touch controls for different settings—this space is perfect for relaxing or entertaining.

The galley is well-equipped with modern appliances, including:

• A four-plate induction hob.
• A microwave/oven/grill combination (new in 2019).
• Two fridges (one located in the saloon).
• A 30-liter filtered water tap with a carbon filter (filter replaced in 2022).

Good storage options ensure that you can keep all your kitchen utensils and provisions organized for your journeys.

Deck Equipment and Safety Features

The Gallart 13.50 comes equipped with various deck features to enhance your sailing experience. The Ovrea electric anchor winch with remote control and separate switch allows for effortless anchoring. With a CQR anchor, 100+m chain, and an additional 20m chain stored in the locker, you’re well-prepared for any anchorage situation.

The yacht also features:

• Multiple mooring lines and Danforth spare anchor for added security.
• Lewmar deck winches for easy sail handling.
• New GRP hardtop and Sunbrella Bimini top (fitted in 2020) for sun protection.

Safety equipment is abundant, with fire extinguishers, life jackets, and a comprehensive tool kit in the engine room, including spares for engines and generators.

Ready to Set Sail

The Gallart 13.50 is a “ready-to-go” yacht, with a dry berth paid until July 2024, making it an excellent investment for those looking to embark on new adventures. With its robust design and luxurious features, this classic motor yacht is perfect for both leisurely weekends and long-range voyages.

Documentation

For peace of mind, comprehensive documentation is available, including original plans, electric diagrams, equipment manuals, and the original VAT certificate. A photo album of construction highlights the craftsmanship behind this remarkable vessel.

Disclaimer

The details of this vessel are offered in good faith, but accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Potential buyers should conduct their own investigations to validate information and condition.

Conclusion

The Gallart 13.50 is more than just a motor yacht; it is a blend of heritage, quality, and performance. Whether you're an experienced sailor or a first-time buyer, this classic yacht offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the seas in comfort and style. Don’t miss your chance to own this exceptional vessel—contact Stephen at William and Smithells Yacht Brokers Lefkada to learn more!

Recent Pre-Purchase Survey on this Sparkman & Stephens Solitaire 52ft

Built at Grand Harbour Yacht, Taiwan in 1991. She is a Sparkman & Stephens design with the drawing number 2390-C3. Basically it is the same hull as a Stevens 50 aft cockpit version with some alterations (extended transom with swimming platform for example). The yard has a good reputation for building quality boats to a limited numbers of customers and all the Stevens yachts are build at Grand Harbour Yachts. There were supposed to be seven to ten Soltaire 52.11 built. 
Between 1993 and 1995 Sarita made a circumnavigation with paying crew. The round the world sailing was made against the prevailing winds when going south around the capes. During 1996 -1998 Sarita had Polynesia as a base.

Surveyors comment's: 

1. Overall Condition: The Sparkmans 52 is noted as a "good solid boat." This suggests a general positive assessment of the vessel's structural integrity and build quality.

2. Deck Inspection: The decks are plywood-cored, which necessitates a thorough inspection. Plywood cores can be prone to water ingress and rot, so it’s important to check for any signs of soft spots, delamination, or other structural weaknesses.

3. Hull Condition: For a yacht built in 1991, checking the bottom for signs of blistering is crucial. Blistering can indicate osmosis, a process where water penetrates the gelcoat and reacts with the underlying fiberglass, causing blisters and potential structural issues.

4. Mast Step Inspection: The mast step, likely made of oak wood, should be carefully examined. Oak is durable but can be susceptible to rot and deterioration if not properly maintained.

5. Hatches and Bulkheads: Inspecting the hatches for leaks is vital since any leakage can lead to deterioration of the bulkheads. Bulkhead deterioration, especially if it involves rot, can significantly compromise the structural integrity of the yacht.

If you have your eye on a Yacht in Preveza, Lefkada, Corfu or Nidri, drop me a message to steventruss1@aol.com

Boats for sale Preveza, Yacht Surveyor

Buying your first boat is usually a significant purchase and slightly daunting. Buying any boat, can be a significant investment. My role as a Marine Surveyor is to look over all aspects of the boat and report on its condition, systems and what needs doing. My reports are in plain English and are often used to discuss prices with the broker, raise finance and obtain insurance. You already know how important a comprehensive and thorough survey is. 

From me you will get my “plain English” approach with feedback on your potential purchase. Rest assured my surveys are fair, realistic, pragmatic and explain to the potential purchaser all my findings. I never scaremonger, I simply seek to provide a fair survey, that assists the purchaser and the broker, and ensures the purchaser buys with his eyes open. I work with yourself and with brokers to suit required timescales and reporting requirements.

Email me: Steve Truss at: steventruss1@aol.com. What can I help you with?

Pre-Purchase Marine Survey in Preveza on this 2001 Bavaria 50

This weeks assignment a Pre-Purchase Marine Survey in Preveza on this 2001 Bavaria 50. Both above and below deck just feels really spacious and well laid out, with everything you could need both close to hand and easily accessible.

With all this space and 5 generous sized cabins there's plenty of room for friends! Also, it's no problem if not all your friends can sail - this boat can easily be handled by just 1 or 2, due to a furling headsail, in-mast furling mainsail and bow thruster for tighter marinas as required.

It was definitely time for a new owner for this attractively priced, comfortable and spacious cruising yacht. Built very strong in this period of the Bavaria boatbuilding story. Great price for such a big boat at 90K Euro. 

View from Preveza over to Cleopatra, Ionian and Aktio Marinas. 

 

Marine Surveyor List Lefkada, Preveza Greece

Todays survey assignment was this Pre- sale Survey on this Mamba 34. Swedish builder, solid built serious sailing yacht very capable of taking you further afield or just bobbing around in a bay in the Ionian either way she won’t disappoint. 

If your looking for an English Marine Surveyor working in Aktio, Ionian or Cleopatra Marinas, Lefkada Marina or the boatyards in Nidri, drop me a email now to steventruss1@aol.com

2008 Beneteau 50.4 Cyclade for Sale and Yacht Survey Greece

Todays Yacht Survey assignment was in Lefkada, Ionian Islands, Greece this 2008 Beneteau 50.4 Cyclades Sloop for sale. 

Yes she's built in a production facility, probably quite quickly, but I was impressed overall compared to other production built yachts and pleasantly surprised how well she had been put together. They are highly sought-after this model and for a good reason. She features a very desirable, accommodating layout for a 50 footer. Perfect for charter in Greece!

Each cabin features its own head and shower. There is also a crew/storage/workshop way forward, accessed through a foredeck hatch. A spacious galley to port with ample fridge/freezer space and seating for 10+ around the dining table to starboard. 

Lots of power with this nice looking 110HP Yanmar diesel

 Bargain Yachts for sale in Greece. English Marine Surveyors Greece. List of Yacht Surveyors working in Ionian Islands Greece.