Aukcia: 1991 Feeling 346

Feeling 346 now in the online auction. everyone can bid until 14 December 2026.


Feeling 346 sailing yacht with broad versatilityWhat type of boat is the Feeling 346?The Feeling 346 is a sailing yacht built by the French shipyard Kirie France, designed by Gilles Vaton and constructed in 1991. She has a length of 10.13 metres, a beam of 3.47 metres and a draft of 2.20 metres. With her round-bilge hull, aluminium mast and single rudder, she was designed as a cruising yacht, combining sailing performance with comfort on board.

The boat has been used on inland waters, lakes and at sea. Her layout makes her suitable for day trips, weekends and longer holidays. There are six fixed berths and two additional berths. The interior headroom is approximately 1.90 metres. The air draft is around 15.50 metres, an important measurement if you plan to sail her under bridges or through other fixed passages.

Feeling 346 now in the online auction. Everyone can place a bid until 14 December 2026.What is the layout like on board?Inside, the Feeling 346 offers practical accommodation with sleeping space for several people. She has a refrigerator, oven and manual toilet. The toilet discharge flows directly overboard. The boat is equipped for recreational use and offers enough space to stay on board independently for several days, depending on your style of travel and the facilities you require.

Outside, she is steered with a tiller. The cockpit is self-draining and equipped with a sprayhood. There is also a pulpit, pushpit seats, lifelines and a swimming platform. A dinghy is not included. No trailer is included in the sale either. For anchoring, one anchor with chain is provided.

Which engine is installed in the boat?The Feeling 346 has one Volvo Penta D1-30 diesel engine from 2012. It is a three-cylinder inboard engine with electric start and an output of 29 hp. According to the available information, the engine has 2,778 operating hours and is in working order. The fuel tank has a capacity of 90 litres. The stated fuel consumption is approximately 2 litres per hour.

The boat is equipped with an oil pressure gauge and temperature gauge. With a cruising speed of approximately 11 kilometres per hour and a maximum speed of around 13 kilometres per hour, the engine provides assistance when manoeuvring, sailing into headwinds and covering longer distances without sufficient wind. An invoice for the engine is available. However, during the inspection it was found that the cooling-water pump is leaking. You should take this point into account in your assessment and when considering any work required after purchase.

Which sails and navigation equipment are included?The sail plan consists of a mainsail and a genoa. A furling system is fitted for the genoa and is approximately five years old. The mast is made of aluminium. The combination of the rig, furling system and tiller steering is well suited to use as a cruising yacht for day trips and holidays.

For navigation, there is a chartplotter, compass, log and speedometer. The boat has a 12-volt and 220-volt electrical system. The equipment includes a battery charger, alternator and shore-power connection. Two batteries are installed, with a total capacity of 185 ampere-hours. The inspection report states that the batteries could not be adequately tested. As a result, their actual condition has not been fully established.

What does the inspection report state?An inspection report for the purchase is available, drawn up in July 2026. It states that the gas installation should be inspected and certified. The seacocks also show signs of oxidation and are difficult to open and close. In addition to the leaking cooling-water pump, light rust formation has been found on the keel bolts. These points are relevant to your technical assessment and may require maintenance or repairs.

This Feeling 346 also has signs of osmosis. This is an important consideration when assessing the hull and may affect the work and costs required after purchase. It is advisable to read the report carefully and take the stated points into account when placing your bid. The general condition of the boat is described as good, but the listed technical issues require a realistic assessment.

Is this boat suitable for holidays?With her fixed berths, galley facilities, toilet and refrigerator, the Feeling 346 offers the basic comforts for recreational stays on board. She has been used for leisure sailing, weekend trips, holidays and day trips. Her dimensions provide sufficient interior space for a family or group of friends, while her draft of 2.20 metres requires consideration in shallower waters.

With her sails and engine, she can be used on various types of water. The equipment is not all new and some components require attention, but the combination of space, rig and engine makes her an interesting option for someone looking for a classic cruising yacht and willing to organise or arrange the necessary maintenance.

What should you look out for when bidding?Anyone looking to buy a boat should consider more than just the length, layout and equipment. With this Feeling 346, the main points to assess are the osmosis, gas installation, seacocks, cooling-water pump, keel bolts and batteries. Also check which work you would like to have carried out in the short term and what costs this may involve.

For anyone looking to buy a second-hand boat, the year of construction, documentation and technical history are important factors in the decision. For this boat, an inspection report, an invoice for the engine and an invoice for the mainsail are available. If you are looking for tips on buying a boat, the main value in this case lies in carefully studying the available documents and the inspection findings.

The Feeling 346 is being offered through BoatAuction. You can view her during the announced viewing day. The viewing day is intended to allow you to assess her condition, layout, equipment and visible points requiring attention on site. Take the time to do so and compare your expectations with the boat’s actual condition.