NORTHSHORE 38 'Zen Satori'

NOW SOLD http://www.yoti.com.au/listing/northshore-38-zen-satori The Northshore 38 is renowned for winning race performance without compromising on comfort and ability in the most testing Sydney to Hobarts. An ever popular Australian design, the 38 is ideal for social and serious sailing. 'Zen Satori' is the cruising model designed and built by Kaufman Incorporated and launched in 1989. Below decks her spacious and classic look allow for blue water cruising or casual harbour sailing. The yacht has been extremely well cared for by her owners who have equipped her for liveaboard cruising and have not spared any expense on ensuring she is safe and comfortable. With continuous upgrades to her electronics, engine, interior and navigation systems, she is a really good example of this classic Australian cruiser / racer. Her hull was antifouled with copper coat late 2013 so has at least 6 or 7 years left and only requires annual pressure washing. Her standing rigging was inspected in 2013 with a partial replacement and records have been kept for all major servicing. She is powered by a Volvo Penta 2003 which was completely re-built roughly 1500 hours ago and runs very efficiently at 2-3ltrs/hr. The boom furling mainsail is original with a near new # 1 overlapping jib. Modifications such as the pulpit boarding step have been added for easy access to the bow when docked, and a retractable stainless steel davitts device fixed to her transom to carry deploy and carry the yachts' tender. Stainless steel rails have been added to her dodger for safe passage fore and aft with non-skid paint on her top decks. All lines lead aft from the mast to two sets of Barient ST winches and several rope clutches. She has upgraded ST60 wind instruments at the helm with a course master autopilot and brand new portable Garmin Chart plotter with cockpit attachment. All boat covers have been recently upgraded and provide excellent shade with near new dodger and bimini covers. Below decks Zen Satori is pleasantly light and bright with upgraded blue upholstery and varnished timberwork. She sleeps up to 6 with a separate owner's cabin forward, convertible dinette amidships and aft quarter berth. She has a fully enclosed head and shower and offers hot and cold pressure water throughout. The galley is equipped with 2-burner gas stove with oven, stainless steel sink, a generous supply of pots and pans; large top opening regulated electric fridge and lots of storage space. There will always be ample power to top up the two house batteries from two 100 watt solar panels that are fixed to her bimini. Zen Satori provides excellent value as a fun and safe cruiser / racer equipped for long range cruising and is ready to go with several extras and spares not listed on her inventory. Watch the video for more details and to see her in action and to arrange a viewing please contact Sonia Robinson.