Engine
Volvo TMD31. Dual throttle (cockpit and pilot station).
Total Power
100hp
Engine Hours
2245
Class
Cruiser/Racer
Length
14.60m
Year
1997
Model
48
Capacity
-
Yoti "Sailing as it should be"
Boat Details
Description
'Free Spirit' is a Buizen 48, hull 10, launched in July 1997 and is exclusively for sale with YOTI on Pittwater.
We've all heard about the pedigree of these classic Australian built vessels, the 10,000 build hours they took to hand craft, and the quality materials used. Free Spirit is a testament to these truly great yachts. This is an impressive example.
The Buizen design is clearly centered around the Pilot House / Deck Saloon interior. Think all weather protection and a safe and welcoming saloon space that truly connects with your surroundings - very few options come close to offering the same. Her layout features the additional twin cabin opposite the galley which gives maximum accommodation and internal storage space. The master cabin is forward with private ensuite, the galley is more akin to a mini superyacht, there is a comfortable private double aft cabin, a second day head and shower plus the very practical pilot berth cabin. There is a 6.5KVA generator and air conditioning.
Standing rigging was replaced in 2019 and the vessel has been professionally and regularly maintained. 'Free Spirit' features the larger rig and boom option which assists in lighter airs. There are two auto-pilot systems and all sailing is handled from the cockpit. The in-mast furling system is hydraulic. Notably there are six cockpit winches (two are powered) compared to the standard 4 winches found on most 48's.
The fact that four Buizen 48's raced at the most recent Hamilton Island Race week confirms not only will these great yachts be around for many years to come and will indeed outlive the vast majority of other yachts, but they are still excelling at what they do best - extended coastal and ocean cruising in great comfort. Multiple Buizen 48's have circumnavigated not only Australia but our entire blue planet.
'Free Spirit' has recently been slipped for anti-foul in February 2025 and an insurance survey has been completed. Available for inspection on a marina berth on Pittwater in Sydney's north. Contact Peter Mactier for further information and to arrange inspection.
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Other Details
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Engines
Volvo TMD31, 100Hp. Dual throttle (cockpit and pilot station). Shaft drive. Hours 2245 approx. Engine Under saloon floor. Excellent access.
Wheel hydraulic steering. S/S rudder stock.
4 blade folding propeller.
Fuel Capacity: 950L approx. In 2 stainless steel tanks.
Onan 6.5 Kva generator, 1873 hrs approx.
Accommodations and Galley
5 cabins. American Cherry wood interior. Large owners cabin forward with ensuite. Enclosed twin bunk cabin to starboard opposite large galley. Double aft cabin to port. Pilot / single berth aft to starboard. 2nd large day head and shower. 7 berths + saloon sea berth.
Air conditioning, 16000 BTU heating / cooling system directed to master cabin and twin cabin.
TV in saloon. Pioneer stereo in saloon with internal and cockpit speakers.
Shower: 2 internal pressurised H&C + deck shower.
Toiler: 2 x electric marine toilets with holding tank.
Microwave in galley. Washing machine mounted in pilot berth cabin. Magma BBQ. 2 bottle gas locker capacity. Corian bench tops. Deep S/S double sinks.
Side opening galley fridge. Top opening freezer (can be used as fridge).
2 burner Broadwater stove and oven.
Water Capacity: 950L in 2 x stainless steel tanks.
Electrics and Navigation
Batteries: 6 x 6V 200Ah (1200Ah total), pus start and generator batteries.
Solar panels 2 x 160 Watt mounted on davits. Victron Smart Solar charge controller. 2000W 130amp battery charger. Interior lighting. LED Nav lights.
Raymarine C90W GPS Plotter. Raymarine ST2 90 Depth/Speed instruments x 3. Raymarine ST2 90 Wind instrument in interior pilot station. Raymarine Auto pilot with a hydraulic drive and an electric drive operated by an ST2 90 controller from either helm or saloon. Plastimo compass at helm.
GME VHF radio. Coden HF radio.
Mast/Rigging and Sails
Dacron cruising main 2018, hydraulic in-mast furling system. Dacron furling headsail 2018. MPS.
Aluminium mast & boom. S/S wire rigging. Re-rigged 2019 including standing and most running rigging. Taller mast (15.29 Vs standard 14.5m) and longer boom (5.8m Vs standard of 5.35m) than standard. Pole on mast slide track. Mast steps.
Harken 2 speed self tailing winches x 6 in cockpit (46's x 4,56's x 2) including electric / hydraulic winches x 2. Custom S/S davits with rack for paddle / surf boards and solar panels. Large fold down swim ladder at stern. Opening side gates.
Additional Information
Hull & Deck: GRP deck with balsa core. Teak in cockpit.
Tender: RIB tender on davits. Torqueedo Travel 1003 electric outboard motor 29.6V 1000W.
Anchor/Winch: Reconditioned Muir Anchor winch (reconditioned 2024). 80m x 13mm new chain (2024) on 35kg plough anchor and heavy duty cruising anchor (not on vessel).
Covers: Bimini extending to coachroof with clear panel. Windscreen cover. Hatch covers. Steering wheel / cockpit table cover.
Safety Gear: Horseshoe float. Various life jackets (inflatable and foam). Emergency tiller. 3 x electric bilge pumps. Manual bilge pump. 240V bilge pump.
Antifoul: February 2025.
Other: Winch handles. Boat hooks x 2. Folding fixed cockpit table. Cockpit cushions. Removeable helm seat.
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Features
Electrical Equipment
Generator:✓
Electronics
Depthsounder:✓
Log-Speedometer:✓
Wind Speed and Direction:✓
TV Set:✓
Navigation Centre:✓
Plotter:✓
Autopilot:✓
Radio:✓
Compass:✓
Cockpit Speakers:✓
VHF:✓
Inside Equipment
Washing Machine:✓
Electric Bilge Pump:✓
Oven:✓
Manual Bilge Pump:✓
Microwave Oven:✓
Electric Head:✓
Hot Water:✓
Refrigerator:✓
Deep Freezer:✓
Sea Water Pump:✓
Battery Charger:✓
Outside Equipment
Teak Cockpit:✓
Cockpit Shower:✓
Teak Sidedecks:✓
Davit(s):✓
Tender:✓
Solar Panel:✓
Cockpit Cushions:✓
Cockpit Table:✓
Rigging
Steering Wheel:✓
Electric Winch:✓
Sails
Spinnaker:✓
Furling Mainsail:✓
Furling Genoa:✓
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Propulsion
Engine Make:Volvo
Engine Model:TMD31. Dual throttle (cockpit and pilot station).
Total Power:100hp
Engine Hours:2245
Engine Type:Inboard
Drive Type:Direct Drive
Fuel Type:Diesel
Propeller Type:4 Blade
Specifications
Dimensions
Length Overall:14.6m
Max Draft:2m
Beam:4.47m
Miscellaneous
Windlass:Electric Windlass
Hull Material:Fibreglass
Tanks
Fresh Water Tank:2 x 425 l
Fuel Tank:2 x 425 l
Holding Tank:1 x
Accommodations
Guest Cabins:4
Guest Heads:2
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