1979 BIRDSALL 1979 BIRDSALL GULF 30

Clare Buoyant is a classic 1979 Birdsall Gulf 30, designed by the renowned Beau Birdsall and built by Holland Yachts - a boat with genuine history and heritage on Wellington Harbour. At 10 metres LOA with a 3.07m beam and 1.67m draft, she carries the elegant lines of a true New Zealand-built timber keeler, constructed from two-skin diagonally laid Kauri for lasting strength and character. Well known in the Wellington racing scene, Clare Buoyant is celebrated for being exceptionally easy and forgiving to sail - making her an ideal entry point for anyone eager to get into keelboat racing or coastal cruising without the steep learning curve. The mast and standing rigging were replaced just five years ago, offering real peace of mind, and the sail inventory is in great condition, ranging from five to ten years old. A reliable 16hp Yanmar 2GM 20 auxiliary engine provides practical motoring when needed. Below decks, comfortable accommodation includes four singles and a double V-berth forward, sleeping up to six. Priced at NZD $18,000, Clare Buoyant represents outstanding value for a proven, well-maintained classic with a strong local following. Contact Aaron Bilham for more information.