Description

2004 Archambault Grand Surprise, EUR 49,000 This sailing vessel boasts excellent sailing characteristics and outstanding sea behavior in wind and waves, with a high speed potential. Weighing approximately 2.7 tons and featuring a 1.05-ton ballast on a short keel with a draft of 2.05 meters, this boat was designed and built for stability along the French Atlantic coast, where it is actively used as a one-design class with large fleets. The rig is free of backstays! Easily handled by two people, all halyards (new) and sheets are made from Dyneema and can be operated from the cockpit via two Lewmar winches. There are also two additional sheet winches in the cockpit. The mast, running rigging, and standing rigging were all replaced in 2023. The strong curves in the hull and cockpit, a unique feature of Archambault, make sailing in rough seas very enjoyable. Below deck, there are four berths. A small sink and a single-burner stove, along with storage compartments for provisions and dishes, allow for both day trips and regatta participation as well as extended voyages. Almost all cushions were replaced in 2021. Engine: The Lombardini 11 HP with shaft drive and two-blade folding propeller achieves speeds of 4.5 - 5 knots and maneuvers easily in the harbor. Sails: 1x Main sail (Elvstrøm Tecnora, both sides Taffeta) 2023 34 sqm (new) 1x Main sail (tri-radial, Pentex) 1x Genoa I (tri-radial, Kevlar, lightly used) 2016 32 sqm 1x Genoa I (tri-radial, Pentex) 2006 1x Genoa III (tri-radial, Kevlar, very good condition) 2015 22 sqm 1x Genoa III (tri-radial, Pentex) 1x Jib (horizontal Dacron, usable) 2004 1x Storm jib (Dacron, new) 1x Top spinnaker (tri-radial, Nylon) 2012 110 sqm 1x Spinnaker (tri-radial, Nylon) 2014 76 sqm Electronics: B&G chart plotter at the helm station, B&G wind instrument 2018, Raymarine autopilot 2018, VHF radio with passive AIS 2018, Nexus package with two Maxis at the mast, display in the cockpit, AGL battery as service battery 2024, starter battery, electronic charger, new electrical system in 2023. Accessories: Carbon spinnaker pole, 10 kg anchor, swim ladder, mooring lines, fenders with hot strop, live line, starter battery, service battery (2024), shore connection, charger, fire extinguisher, bilge pump, LED navigation lights, anchor light, deck spotlight, compass, GPS, autopilot with passive AIS functionality; wind instrument; depth sounder (Forwardscan); log; MOB system; stove; small sink; cockpit cover; winter cover with frame; cockpit table; antifouling paint. Highlights: New mast with standing and running rigging; high-quality main sail new; storm jib new; extensive sail wardrobe; carbon spinnaker pole; up-to-date electronics with chart plotter at the helm station. New cushions. Price reduction from €44,000 to €41,000.