1985 Hardy 18 / Hardy 18MS (NO RIG) - £3,250

Status : SOLD

Lying : Norfolk Broads - Viewing strictly by appointment through Topsail

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General Specification

Designer : Colin Mudie
Builder : Hardy Marine, North Walsham
LOA : 5.49m (18ft 0in)
Beam : 2.08m (6ft 10in)
Draft : 0.61m (2ft 0in)
Keel : Bilge/Twin

Construction

• GRP construction
• Exact year of build not known, but likely mid-late 1980s
• Wheelhouse with hard top over
• Aft cockpit with removable canopy over

Rigging & Sails

• Originally rigged as a Bermudan Sloop but NO RIG INCLUDED IN SALE
• Galvanised tabernacle

Mechanical & Electrical

• 15hp Suzuki four stroke outboard motor with electric start (has intermittent electric fault which requires fixing)
• Outboard mounted in cockpit well
• Remote controls
• Wheel and tiller steering
• 2 x 12V batteries
• Solar panels
• 4hp four stroke auxiliary motor on stern bracket

Accommodation

• 2 berths in 1 cabin
• V-berth converts to double using saloon table
• Double thickness berth mattresses (very comfortable, we're reliably informed!)
• Galley with camping style gas stove and stainless steel sink (manual cold supply)
• 15 gallon freshwater tank
• Chemical toilet
• 12V cabin and wheelhouse lights
• Headroom varies from about 1.62m (5ft 4in) to 1.37m (4ft 6in)
• Ample storage space throughout

Equipment

• Boat Safety Scheme certificate to 2023
• Fire extinguisher
• Stainless steel pulpit and pushpit rails
• Stanchions with guardwire
• Stainless steel handrails on coachroof
• Compass
• Depth sounder
• Navigation lights
• VHF radio
• Ship's bell
• Bilge pump
• Anchor
• Mudweight
• Various warps
• Various fenders
• Cockpit canopy (requires a repair/restitching)

Remarks

Described by her owner as "A little ship", this Hardy 18 Motor Sailer is at present used as a motor cruiser, her original rig having been disposed of by a previous owner. A rig could be reinstated if required (the tabernacle is still in situ), but at present no mast/spars or sails are included in the sale.

With her delightful interior, this Hardy 18 is well worth the little effort she requires to get her back up to full spec! She needs a repair to her cockpit canopy (top starboard side seam at frame) and her main outboard motor requires attention due to an intermittent electric fault. An auxiliary outboard motor on stern bracket is included in the sale. She's a comfortable and attractive little motor cruiser with accommodation for two, and an ideal boat for someone who has the electrical and DIY skills required to sort out her few issues. For sale as the vendor has purchased a Pegasus 700 yacht, and realistically priced for a quick sale. This is definitely one to consider if you're in the market for a Hardy 18 Navigator or similar traditionally styled small motor cruiser.

Please note: There is no trailer included in the sale. The vessel's mooring is currently paid for to the end of the year, but a direct enquiry will need to be made to the mooring owner with regards to it's transfer. The last photo shows the vessel under previous ownership with her original rig (not included in sale).