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Remarks :Elan Impression 434, built 2005 is a great example of comfort and performance in a cruising yacht. Known for its spacious layout and solid build quality, this yacht offers a versatile sailing experience. Key features include a bright and airy saloon, ample storage, and a generous cockpit. The sail inventory and engine are in good condition, with all systems regularly serviced. Ideal for coastal cruising or extended voyages, this yacht is ready for its next adventure. A great opportunity for those seeking a reliable and well-kept vessel. Accommodation : ACCOMMODATION Cabins: 3 Berths: 8 Headroom: 1.98 m (6 ft 5 in) Heads: 1 electric, 1 manual Showers: 2 Heating: Webasto Galley: Hob/oven/grill, pressurised water, refrigerator, freezer, microwave Flooring: Laminate Upholstery: Cream fabric Portable washing machine Fully rquipped gally, bedding, cruising guide books, stereo & cockpit speakers HISTORY This Elan Impression 434 has been under careful ownership, with routine maintenance and regular checks ensuring it remains in excellent operational condition. A preventative osmosis treatment and a comprehensive survey in 2019 further attest to its readiness for continued use. 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. Inventory : NAVIGATION Chart Plotter: Raymarine GPS: Raymarine Radar: Raymarine AIS: Raymarine Autopilot: Raymarine VHF Radio: Icom Echo Sounder Log/Speed: Raymarine DECK Decking: GRP/Teak in cockpit Cockpit: Teak decking, table, lockers, shower Anchors: Yes, with chain/warp Windlass: Electric (Harken) Winches: Harken Boarding Ladder SAFETY Life Raft: 4-person Seago Offshore (2021) Lifebuoys Radar Reflector Fire Extinguishers: 3 (2021) Flares: Expired (2021) EPIRB Bilge Pumps: Manual and electric TANKAGE Fuel Tank: 270 L Water Tank: 605 L Holding Tank: 60 L CANVAS Spray Hood Sail Cover - NEW December 2024 Cockpit table cover - New December 2024 Bimini TENDER Dinghy: 2.4 m (2022) Outboard: Honda 4 (2.2 HP, 5 years old) MISCELLANEOUS Preventative osmosis treatment applied Survey completed in September 2019 KNOWN DEFECTS Mainsail and genoa due for replacement. Mechanical :The Elan Impression 434 is a well-regarded sailing yacht designed by Rob Humphries, combining elegant styling, solid construction, and practical functionality. Built in Slovenia in 2005, this yacht features a GRP hull, deck, and superstructure, complemented by a twin-wheel steering system and a fin keel for excellent maneuverability and performance. With a spacious interior that offers comfortable accommodation for up to 8 people, it is well-suited for family cruising or extended voyages. HIGHLIGHTSHighlights listed below but included in Full Specs: Preventative osmosis treatment applied. Reliable Volvo D-55 engine with a recent service (August 2023). Extensive cruising range of 500 nautical miles. Spacious cockpit with teak and GRP decking. Comprehensive Raymarine navigation suite. REMARKSThis Elan Impression 434 has been meticulously maintained, with regular servicing and updates, including new domestic and starter batteries in July 2024. While some sails are nearing the end of their lifecycle, the yacht remains ready for immediate cruising, offering peace of mind with its well-equipped safety features and practical layout. CONSTRUCTION Hull Material: GRP Deck Material: GRP with teak in cockpit Superstructure Material: GRP Keel: Fin keel Rudder: Spade Steering: Twin wheel Built in Slovenia DIMENSIONS Length Overall (LOA): 13.4 m (44 ft) Beam: 4.18 m (13 ft 8 in) Draft: 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) MECHANICAL Engine: Volvo D-55 (55 HP, 2005) Serviced December 2024 Engine Hours: 2,560 Cooling System: Sea water Propeller: 3-bladed Drive Type: Shaft Fuel Consumption: 3.5 L/h Cruising Speed: 6.5 knots Maximum Speed: 7.7 knots Range: 500 nm Bow Thruster: Yes ELECTRICAL Domestic Batteries: 4 (July 2024) Starter Battery: 1 (July 2024) Bow Thruster Battery: 1 (July 2024) Windlass Battery: 1 (July 2024) Shore Power: Yes, with cable RIGGING Rig Type: Sloop Standing Rigging: Original Running Rigging: Checked annually Features: Stack-pack, lazy jacks, and furling headsail Lines led aft to cockpit SAILS Mainsail: Original (North) - good for 1 - 2 seasons Genoa: Original (North) - Due for replacement - quote for new is 3,500e Cruising Chute: Original, used twice