1968 South Coast Catamaran OCEANIC 30, EUR 45.000,-

OCEANIC 30 KETCH CATAMARAN – FULLY REFITTED 2021-2022 – READY TO SAIL
Model: Oceanic 30 Ketch (South Coast Catamaran Ltd – Designer Bill O’Brien)
Year Built: 1968 | Material: Fiberglass (Polyester)
Length: 9.20 m | Beam: 4.20 m | Draft: 0.60 m
Weight: ~4 tons | Rigging: Ketch | Engines: 2 x Nanni Diesel 3.90 HE (20 HP, overhauled)

A LEGENDARY CATAMARAN, FULLY RESTORED FOR ADVENTURE
Designed by Bill O’Brien and built by South Coast Catamaran Ltd in 1968, this Oceanic 30 Ketch is a timeless classic, combining durability and performance. Acquired in 2019, it underwent a complete refit between 2021 and 2022, making it ready to sail with no additional work required.

GENERAL CONDITION: LIKE NEW AFTER REFIT
Hull & Structure:

Fiberglass hull in excellent condition, fully refinished and protected.
Rudders rebuilt in epoxy-coated plywood, wooden/epoxy keels with stainless steel shoes.
Deck fully reconstructed in epoxy-coated plywood (watertight).
Hydraulic steering system (Seastar cylinder + LeComble & Schmitt RV2 pump).

Interior Layout (2022):

2 double berths + 1 single berth (optimized comfort).
Fully equipped galley: 2-burner gas stove, stainless steel sink with pressurized water, 50L fridge.
Head compartment: Manual toilet + black water tank.
LED lighting and high-quality finishes.

Electronics & Navigation (2021-2024):

VHF Ocean RO 6800 with integrated GPS/AIS.
RayMarine autopilot (hydraulic actuator).
Garmin Fishfinder 160 sounder, Plastimo compass + hand-bearing compass.
Digital Yacht Trinav active GPS.
LED navigation lights.

Electrical System & Energy Independence:

3 solar panels + Victron Energy MPPT 100/30 charge controller.
Batteries: 2 x engine batteries, 1 x 180Ah lead-acid (backup), 1 x 130Ah Creabest lithium (2024) + Victron charger.
Cristec 12V/220V inverter.
Rigging & Sails (2022):

New standing and running rigging (shrouds, stays, halyards).
New Technique Voiles sails (2022):
Mainsail (full-batten, 2 reefs).
Genoa and staysail on furlers.
Mizzen (full-batten, 1 reef).
Symmetrical spinnaker (used).


Masts and booms in excellent condition.

Propulsion:

2 x Nanni Diesel 3.90 HE engines (20 HP, overhauled in 2021) – reliable and fuel-efficient.
2 x 100L aluminum fuel tanks + 2 x 100L stainless steel freshwater tanks.

Safety & Equipment:

6 life jackets, horseshoe buoy, flares, fire extinguishers.
Updated EPIRB beacon.
Brand-new inflatable dinghy + 2 HP outboard motor.


WHY THIS BOAT?
A timeless classic: Bill O’Brien’s iconic design, rare on the market.
Ready to sail: No work needed – electronics and sails are new.
Versatile: Perfect for family cruising or solo adventures, with a shallow draft (0.60 m) for exploring shallow waters.
Efficient & self-sufficient: Solar panels, reliable diesel engines, optimized electrical system.
Safety first: Full safety equipment for coastal or offshore sailing.

Available immediately – Viewings by appointment