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AUCTION A TIMBER BOAT FOR THE PURISTS
'PARA' SEARLES BRIDGE DECK MOTOR SAILER 45' x 10'6" x 4'6" (continue down this page for more pictures and information) AUCTION CONCLUDED
This brilliant diesel powered (Volvo 110 hp) motor sailer was built in 1930 by the still famous Searles Boatyard at Port Adelaide by a true master craftsman to exacting standards that can only be appreciated by inspection. This craft saw service in World War II with a front mounted machine gun and rear depth charger - she is a boat that must be preserved and enjoyed. Of Carvel construction in. 11/2" jarrah to the waterline and oregan to the gunwale she is a true and powerfully built wooden boat. In excellent general condition for everyday use but begging to be upgraded as a classic vintage boat. Most of her original fittings are still in place. She has recentley cruised the gulf visiting Kangaroo Island and Port Lincoln. A strong boat with a lot of life left in her. MUST BE SOLD - DON'T MISS THIS BARGAIN
The timeless elegance of those lines could only have been crafted by the famous Searles Shipyard.
She looks great from any angle.
Only a timber boat can ooze this sort of character - imagine this baring down on you with it's machine gun in place.
How about these side mounted swing davits to haul up visiting boats.
Charming from every angle.
She has kept up with the times with her three subtle solar panels.
Looking out onto the rear cockpit.
Beautiful timber work and upholstery in the saloon.
Starboard view of the saloon looking aft.
all the style and charm of a bygone era.
Even the lovely drop side fitted table is still with the boat as are most of the original fittings.
Starboard side galley with cooking and refrigeration facilities.
Even the ceiling is magnificent.
Looking forward from the saloon you can almost taste the atmosphere.
Just look at that brass binnacle.
Lovely storage trunks in the wheelhouse.
Portside trunk and timber storage lockers.
It does not get more romantic than this.
An unobtrusive modern touch.
Elegant timber work throughout. That's an electric toilet.
Looking down into the engine room with full walk around head room.
Tried and true Volvo 6 cylinder diesel to cruise at lazy revs in peace and quite.
She is even graceful out of the water.
Well protected prop.
Handy bilge keels for stability both at anchor and when she's underway. AUCTION CONCLUDED
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