1973 Sparkman and Stephens Custom Ketch 55, USD 189,000

SOUTHERLY was originally commissioned for a flag officer of the New York Yacht Club, where a half-model of the yacht now hangs. With her classic lines, ketch rig, and lifting keel, she represents a true modern classic.

Built by Paul E. Luke to a Sparkman & Stephens design, SOUTHERLY blends heritage, offshore capability, and practical cruising comfort. Her lifting keel gives her unusual versatility, allowing access to close-shore anchorages, inlets, and beaches that many yachts of similar size cannot reach.

Today she is a comfortable and capable cruising yacht that has been maintained and upgraded. Recent improvements include a new Yanmar engine in 2017, electronics and sails in 2021, standing rigging in 2023, major brightwork maintenance in 2024, and epoxy-sealed deck teak in 2026.

SOUTHERLY's racing success was noted by Gary Jobson, who sailed her regularly and commented on her balanced lines and performance. She remains a fast and capable passagemaker with the warmth, joinery, and pedigree expected of a classic gentleman's yacht.

IDEAL USAGE
• Bluewater cruising and transoceanic passage making
• Caribbean island-hopping with access to shoal anchorages thanks to lifting keel

Key Features:
• Aluminum hull
• Sparkman & Stephens design
• USA Built – no tariff
• Strong ketch rigged
• Recent electronics

Interior Styling and Additional Features:
• Natural light is provided by portlights and deck prism
• Supplemented by LED lighting
• Traditional interior style finish – painted boards, teak and mahogany joinery and varnished teak laminated floors
• Padded vinyl headliner throughout


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