1978 Metalu JADE 48 ALU, EUR 85,000

XBOAT ref :6319.
METALU SHIPYARD (France 44)

• JADE 48 ALU
• Sloop
• Built in 1978
• METALU SHIPYARD (France 44)
• Keelboat
• Overall length: 16.00 m
• Hull length: 15.00 m
• Waterline length: 12.50 m
• Beam / max beam: 4.25 m
• Minimum draft: 2.50 m
• Ballast of 6000 kg
• Mast with double spreader stage: 18.50 m
• Light displacement of approximately 13,000 kg
• Central cockpit and wheel steering at the stern

Owner Loïc’s words:
"I bought this boat in 1988, its speed and performance won me over immediately!
The boat was built in 1978 for skipper MARSAUDON, with whom I had the chance to sail during the 'Offshore Race' in the double-handed transatlantic, Lorient - Bermuda - Lorient in 1983 aboard the trimaran Stalaven!

This Jade 48, I bought it in 1988 as a bare hull and worked on it for 2 years for a complete refit, reinforcing the stringers at the bow, then I made all the wooden joinery and interior fittings.

I am passionate about regattas and offshore racing and have owned this superb aluminium sailboat for 36 years!
Today it is a fast and comfortable boat.

The boat is maintained regularly: 'I am very strict about boat maintenance, it is part of safety.
It is hauled out regularly; this April 2026, we gave it a makeover for the Spring, haul-out, antifouling, various checks and repairs, the anodes were replaced, the hull sandblasted, 4 coats of zinc silicate antifouling 'Doxanode' were applied.

This is a boat ready to sail; I do everything myself on my boat, knowing that I am a former professional in shipbuilding, except for the sandblasting which was carried out in April 2026 by a company.

With age, I have made the difficult decision to part with it, and we are looking for its new owner.
It is a stiff boat under sail, a true upwind performer!
So you need to be a bit sporty if you are interested in this sailboat!"

⛵ VINTAGE SAILBOAT JADE 48 ALU – METALU SHIPYARD 44 (1978)
A racing sailboat, transformed into an authentic performance cruiser-racer, ready to sail
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Main characteristics

• Model: Jade 48 Aluminium
• Originally built for skipper MARSAUDON
• Shipyard: METALU (France)
• Year: 1978
• Type: Keel sloop
• Overall length: 16.00 m
• Hull length: 15.00 m
• Waterline length: 12.50 m
• Beam: 4.25 m
• Draft: 2.50 m
• Ballast: 6,000 kg
• Displacement: approx. 13,000 kg
• Mast: 18.50 m – double spreader stage
• Central cockpit, stern wheel steering

________________________________________
⚓ Owner’s words
"Owner since 1988, this boat immediately captivated me with its speed and performance.
Originally built for skipper Marsaudon, I had the opportunity to sail with him in offshore racing.
Bought as a bare hull, I fully fitted and reinforced it myself: reinforced bow structure, custom joinery, complete interior fittings.
After 36 years of passionate sailing, I am parting with it reluctantly.
It is a fast, seaworthy, demanding sailboat, ideal for enthusiasts of sporty sailing. Always meticulously maintained, it is now ready to set sail again."
________________________________________
Recent work (April 2026)

• Complete hull sandblasting
• Full haul-out
• 4 coats of zinc antifouling
• Anode replacement
• General checks and maintenance

Boat ready to sail immediately
________________________________________
Accommodation (8 to 10 berths)

• Large saloon with settees (3 berths)
• Chart table + electrical panel
• Equipped galley (double sink, gas stove + gimballed oven)
• Pressurised cold water
• Head with marine toilet
• Aft cabin with double berth + private head
• 2 forward cabins with bunk beds
• Headroom: 1.90 m
• Heating: Refleks diesel stove

Functional fittings, seafaring spirit, simple and robust comfort
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⚙️ Engine

• Engine: NANNI N4.50 – 50 HP
• Installation: 2011
• Hours: approx. 930 h
• Transmission: shaft drive – 3-blade bronze propeller in cupro-aluminium
• Tank: 270 L (2 tanks)
• Alternator + shaft alternator

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Energy & electricity

• Gel battery bank ~700 Ah
• Wind turbine + 2 solar panels (100 W)
• 12V / 220V circuit
• ⚠️ No shore power charger

________________________________________
Navigation & electronics

• Autopilot RAYMARINE EV 400 (powerful electric drive) NEW 2026!
• Raymarine ST60 (depth sounder, speed, wind)
• Fixed VHF + handheld
• GPS antenna (PC/tablet connection)

________________________________________
Safety & equipment

• Up-to-date offshore safety equipment
• 6-person liferaft (serviced until 2028)
• EPIRB beacon (2028)
• Powerful LEWMAR electric windlass + 30 kg anchor
• Zodiac dinghy 3.10 m + Yamaha 6 HP outboard

________________________________________
⚠️ Important notes

• Keelboat (draft 2.50 m – not a centreboarder)
• No hot water, no shower, no watermaker
• No black water tank
• No windvane self-steering
• High-quality custom fittings, vintage racing spirit
• Survey recommended before purchase

Sailboat intended for experienced sailors who appreciate high-performance and authentic boats
________________________________________
Viewing arrangements

• Preliminary video viewing possible
• In-person visits by appointment only
• Sea trial possible under conditions (deposit + agreement)
• Handover assistance by the owner

________________________________________
A unique sailboat for enthusiasts
This Jade 48 is not a modern production boat, but a true character sailboat: fast, solid, steeped in history, ideal for committed offshore sailing.
________________________________________
Contact us by leaving your details via the form for more information
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METALU SHIPYARD (France 44)

• JADE 48 ALU
• Sloop
• Built in 1978
• METALU SHIPYARD (France 44)
• Keelboat
• Overall length: 16.00 m
• Hull length: 15.00 m
• Waterline length: 12.50 m
• Beam / max beam: 4.25 m
• Minimum draft: 2.50 m
• Ballast of 6000 kg
• Mast with double spreader stage: 18.50 m
• Light displacement of approximately 13,000 kg
• Central cockpit and wheel steering at the stern

Owner Loïc’s words:
"I bought this boat in 1988, its speed and performance won me over immediately!
The boat was built in 1978 for skipper MARSAUDON, with whom I had the chance to sail during the 'Offshore Race' in the double-handed transatlantic, Lorient - Bermuda - Lorient in 1983 aboard the trimaran Stalaven!

This Jade 48, I bought it in 1988 as a bare hull and worked on it for 2 years for a complete refit, reinforcing the stringers at the bow, then I made all the wooden joinery and interior fittings.

I am passionate about regattas and offshore racing and have owned this superb aluminium sailboat for 36 years!
Today it is a fast and comfortable boat.

The boat is maintained regularly: 'I am very strict about boat maintenance, it is part of safety.
It is hauled out regularly; this April 2026, we gave it a makeover for the Spring, haul-out, antifouling, various checks and repairs, the anodes were replaced, the hull sandblasted, 4 coats of zinc silicate antifouling 'Doxanode' were applied.

This is a boat ready to sail; I do everything myself on my boat, knowing that I am a former professional in shipbuilding, except for the sandblasting which was carried out in April 2026 by a company.

With age, I have made the difficult decision to part with it, and we are looking for its new owner.
It is a stiff boat under sail, a true upwind performer!
So you need to be a bit sporty if you are interested in this sailboat!"

⛵ VINTAGE SAILBOAT JADE 48 ALU – METALU SHIPYARD 44 (1978)
A racing sailboat, transformed into an authentic performance cruiser-racer, ready to sail
________________________________________
Main characteristics

• Model: Jade 48 Aluminium
• Originally built for skipper MARSAUDON
• Shipyard: METALU (France)
• Year: 1978
• Type: Keel sloop
• Overall length: 16.00 m
• Hull length: 15.00 m
• Waterline length: 12.50 m
• Beam: 4.25 m
• Draft: 2.50 m
• Ballast: 6,000 kg
• Displacement: approx. 13,000 kg
• Mast: 18.50 m – double spreader stage
• Central cockpit, stern wheel steering

________________________________________
⚓ Owner’s words
"Owner since 1988, this boat immediately captivated me with its speed and performance.
Originally built for skipper Marsaudon, I had the opportunity to sail with him in offshore racing.
Bought as a bare hull, I fully fitted and reinforced it myself: reinforced bow structure, custom joinery, complete interior fittings.
After 36 years of passionate sailing, I am parting with it reluctantly.
It is a fast, seaworthy, demanding sailboat, ideal for enthusiasts of sporty sailing. Always meticulously maintained, it is now ready to set sail again."
________________________________________
Recent work (April 2026)

• Complete hull sandblasting
• Full haul-out
• 4 coats of zinc antifouling
• Anode replacement
• General checks and maintenance

Boat ready to sail immediately
________________________________________
Accommodation (8 to 10 berths)

• Large saloon with settees (3 berths)
• Chart table + electrical panel
• Equipped galley (double sink, gas stove + gimballed oven)
• Pressurised cold water
• Head with marine toilet
• Aft cabin with double berth + private head
• 2 forward cabins with bunk beds
• Headroom: 1.90 m
• Heating: Refleks diesel stove

Functional fittings, seafaring spirit, simple and robust comfort
________________________________________
⚙️ Engine

• Engine: NANNI N4.50 – 50 HP
• Installation: 2011
• Hours: approx. 930 h
• Transmission: shaft drive – 3-blade bronze propeller in cupro-aluminium
• Tank: 270 L (2 tanks)
• Alternator + shaft alternator

________________________________________
Energy & electricity

• Gel battery bank ~700 Ah
• Wind turbine + 2 solar panels (100 W)
• 12V / 220V circuit
• ⚠️ No shore power charger

________________________________________
Navigation & electronics

• Autopilot RAYMARINE EV 400 (powerful electric drive) NEW 2026!
• Raymarine ST60 (depth sounder, speed, wind)
• Fixed VHF + handheld
• GPS antenna (PC/tablet connection)

________________________________________
Safety & equipment

• Up-to-date offshore safety equipment
• 6-person liferaft (serviced until 2028)
• EPIRB beacon (2028)
• Powerful LEWMAR electric windlass + 30 kg anchor
• Zodiac dinghy 3.10 m + Yamaha 6 HP outboard

________________________________________
⚠️ Important notes

• Keelboat (draft 2.50 m – not a centreboarder)
• No hot water, no shower, no watermaker
• No black water tank
• No windvane self-steering
• High-quality custom fittings, vintage racing spirit
• Survey recommended before purchase

Sailboat intended for experienced sailors who appreciate high-performance and authentic boats
________________________________________
Viewing arrangements

• Preliminary video viewing possible
• In-person visits by appointment only
• Sea trial possible under conditions (deposit + agreement)
• Handover assistance by the owner

________________________________________
A unique sailboat for enthusiasts
This Jade 48 is not a modern production boat, but a true character sailboat: fast, solid, steeped in history, ideal for committed offshore sailing.
________________________________________
Contact us by leaving your details via the form for more information
EXCLUSIVE XBOAT