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Louw & Halvorsen 66

  • Build year 1966, Motorboat for sale
  • Samana, No country info

217,500 EUR

(250,000 USD)
Louw & Halvorsen 66 Motorboat 1966, with John Deer engine, No country info
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B.V.I. Yacht Sales Ltd

  • Nanny Cay Marina, VG1120 Nanny Cay, Virgin Islands
  • Tel. +19419004510

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Welcome Aboard The Impossible Machine Originally launched in 1966, this classic wooden sailing vessel was designed by Kurt Oehlman and built by the Louw & Halvorsen shipyard in Cape Town, SA, to be used as a training vessel for the South African Navy. In 2020, her current owner commissioned a major refit, transforming her into the proud ocean voyager she is today. Upgrades included: Installation of a brand-new 225hp John Deere diesel engine with a new turbo and gearbox oil cooler All-new through-hull fittings Fully replaced rudder and hydraulic system Removal and servicing of both masts with new stainless-steel rod rigging In 2022, her topsides and antifoul were renewed, completing her rejuvenation. This extensive refit prepared her for the adventure of a lifetime — sailing from South Africa to Brazil to compete in the 2023 Cape to Rio Race. At the helm was her owner, Ard Matthews — renowned South African musician, songwriter, and lead vocalist of the band Just Jinjer — who then continued his voyage north to the Caribbean. In recent years, The Impossible Machine has also served as a sailing and yacht-training platform for the Paper Boat Academy, offering aspiring mariners the skills and experience to launch careers in the yachting industry. Additional Information Accommodation Seating Capacity: 15 Total Cabins: 4 Total Sleeps: 15 Total Heads: 2 Bunk Length: Average 6 ft Headroom: 7 ft Interior Comforts and Amenities Refrigeration: Snowmaster 12V Freezer: Same as fridge Stove/Oven: Force 10, 3-burner propane Propane Shut-off Valve: Yes Vented Propane Locker: Yes Propane Tanks: Steel Air Conditioner: Yes, (2) units (1 portable, RV/household type) Heater: No First Aid Kit: Yes Electronics and Navigation Radar: Yes, condition unknown Depth Sounder: (2) units (Raymarine analog + newer B&G) Primary VHF Radio: Yes AIS: Receiving & transmitting EPIRB: Yes Chart Plotters: B&G Vulcan, old analog Raymarine Autopilot: CPT analog Navigation: Lots of paper charts and sextant Electrical Systems Primary Anchor: CQR 55, 120 lbs, 100 m galvanized 13 mm chain Secondary Anchor: CQR, same as primary Full Deck Awning: Canvas over mizzen boom Cockpit Cushions: Waterproof plastic Life Raft: 12-person, needs service Dinghy Davits: Yes Navigation Lights: Yes Deck Washdown System: Yes Deck and Hull Equipment Primary Anchor: CQR 55, 120 lbs, 100 m galvanized 13 mm chain Secondary Anchor: CQR, same as primary Full Deck Awning: Canvas over mizzen boom Cockpit Cushions: Waterproof plastic Life Raft: 12-person, needs service Dinghy Davits: Yes Navigation Lights: Yes Deck Washdown System: Yes Sails and Rigging Main Mast: Aluminum Mizzen Mast: Aluminum Roller Furling for Main: Yes Spinnaker: Yes, torn Sail Area: 200 m² Standing Rigging: Rod rigging (New 2020) Chain Plates: Stainless (Approx. 5 years old) Mast Winches: Lewmar, not self-tailing Cockpit Winches: Self-tailing for mainsheet + (2) for jib sheets Lifelines: Dyneema Mainsail: Ulman (2023) Staysail: North Sails (2022) Mizzen: Original (Good condition) Genoa: Original with new UV cover from North Mechanical Equipment Engine: John Deere, 215 HP, inboard, direct drive (March 2020) Propeller Type: Pitched, bronze Engine Hours: 300–400 (Port) Manual Bilge Pump: Yes Electric Bilge Pump: Yes Steering: Hydraulic, new oil and pipes (8 months ago) Emergency Tiller: Yes Bilge Blowers: Engine only Engine Info Engine: John Deere, 215 HP, inboard, direct drive (March 2020) Propeller Type: Pitched, bronze Engine Hours: 300–400 (Port) Tankage Diesel Capacity: 3,600 liters (Dual steel tanks) Fresh Water Capacity: 2,000 liters (1 aluminum, 1 plastic) Holding Tank: (1) plastic, capacity unknown Owners Comments and Boat History See Instagram: Impossible Machine, formerly known as Howard Davies, was built in 1966 by the Louw and Halvorsen shipyard to be used as a training vessel for the South African Navy. The boat was designed by Kurt Oehlmann, who designed numerous wooden yachts between 1958 and 1980. She was more recently purchased by Ard Mathews, a South African musician and captain, who commissioned a major refit from 2020–2023. During that time, he changed the name to The Impossible Machine and went on to cross the Atlantic while competing in the Cape to Rio Race of 2023. He then cruised the Caribbean and has left her in the Dominican Republic, where she is now for sale. Mechanical Disclaimer Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure. 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.

Specifications

Materiale / unit

Hull type

Fibreglass

Length

20.12

Beam

5.92

Deplacement

5363

Depth

2.92

Motor & technic

Engine

John Deer

Total power

225

Engine count

1

Engine place

Inboard

Engine hours

500

Fuel

Diesel