I had a trip to Anglia Yacht Brokers in St Olaves on Friday. I was instructed to Survey this Princess 414 Motor Yacht.
Marine Projects of Plymouth built the 41, a stretched version of the Princess 37, from 1977 to 1982, when the boat was superseded by this model the 414, based on the deep-vee version of the 37 hull but with a modified superstructure and interior layout. The 414s continued in production up until 1987.. This must have been one of the first models a 1982 boat.
The standard layout is eight berths in four separate cabins. In the 414 the builders offered the option of a three-sided dinette opposite the galley in place of one of the cabins. The standard engine installations are twin 235HP Volvos on shafts giving top speeds of about 24 Knots.
Surveyors comments:
British boat with excellent build quality. The hulls are as tough as nails. Cleats, handrails and the all-important lifeline stanchions are bolted through solid backing plates so there is never a question of strength. Designed by Bernard Olesinski, they have a comfortable, solid and reassuring seaworthiness. I have always looked forward to Surveying them.
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Marine Projects of Plymouth built the 41, a stretched version of the Princess 37, from 1977 to 1982, when the boat was superseded by this model the 414, based on the deep-vee version of the 37 hull but with a modified superstructure and interior layout. The 414s continued in production up until 1987.. This must have been one of the first models a 1982 boat.
The standard layout is eight berths in four separate cabins. In the 414 the builders offered the option of a three-sided dinette opposite the galley in place of one of the cabins. The standard engine installations are twin 235HP Volvos on shafts giving top speeds of about 24 Knots.
Surveyors comments:
British boat with excellent build quality. The hulls are as tough as nails. Cleats, handrails and the all-important lifeline stanchions are bolted through solid backing plates so there is never a question of strength. Designed by Bernard Olesinski, they have a comfortable, solid and reassuring seaworthiness. I have always looked forward to Surveying them.
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My blog is comprised of content from multiple authors - some are friends, others are guest bloggers or even user-submitted. I will review all (comment) content that appears on the blog. It's my opinion that it's more valuable to be exposed to content and perspectives of all kinds and thus, Im generally liberal with the blog content I post.
If you have concerns, comments or problems with any of the material you find on my blog or my website, please feel free to email: steventruss1@aol.com
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
