1994 CAPE VICKERS KEELER 34 (1994)

The 1994 Cape Vickers Keeler 34 is a serious bluewater cruising yacht built for offshore passage making - and it shows in every detail. Stretching 10.54 metres with a 3.35m beam and 1.52m draft, this GRP monohull delivers the stability and load-carrying capacity demanded by long-distance sailors. Power comes from a reliable Yanmar 3GM 27hp diesel on shaft drive, cruising comfortably at 6 knots with 250 litres of fuel and 300 litres of fresh water aboard. The sail inventory is equally impressive: furling headsail, mainsail, staysail and a gennaker, supported by alloy spars, stainless steel rigging and five winches. Below decks, the layout offers genuine liveaboard comfort across three sleeping areas - a starboard aft double cabin, a forward V-berth with twin singles, and a saloon double. The galley features a two-burner gas hob with oven and Califont hot water, while navigation equipment includes VHF, GPS, depth sounder, autopilot and SSB radio. Energy is managed via solar and wind generation alongside start and house battery banks. A Maxwell electric anchor winch, plough anchor, 70m chain and 300m warp complete an offshore-ready package. Priced at $45,000 in Tauranga, this is exceptional value for a capable, well-equipped cruising yacht.