Searider 17
Beautiful Classic Motor Yacht
- Boat REF# · 337754
- Length · 55'9"
- Year · 1967
- Construction · Wood
- Underwater profile · Bilge
- Sleeping berths · 8
- Engine · 2 x diesel 185hp, Cummins V8 185S (1967)
- Lying · Gibraltar
Extra Details
| Builder | WJ Beecham Marine Ltd |
|---|---|
| Lying | Gibraltar |
| Fuel capacity | 2,500.0 ltr (550.0 USG) Total - 4 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 1,591.0 ltr (350.0 USG) Total - 2 Tanks |
| Last survey | 24/03/2023 |
Mechanical
| Engine | 2 x diesel 185hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Cummins V8 185S (1967) |
| Engine Hours | Not Recorded |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | wheel |
| Drive | shaft |
| Prop(s) | Bronze 3 blade |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | 20.0 ltr (4.4 USG) /hour At Cruising Speed |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 8 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 11 knots |
Engine hours are unknown.
Dimensions
| Length | 55'9" |
|---|---|
| Beam | 13'9" |
| Draft Min | 4'9" |
| Draft Max | 4'9" |
| Headroom | 6'7" |
| Storage | On marina |
Rig
WJ Beecham Marine Wood spars (1967) with Stainless Steel standing rigging (2016)
Sails
She only has a Steadying sail which may have never been used.
Electrical Systems
12 / 24 volt battery, 240 shore power voltage, 7 batteries charged by: engine, shore power, generator
Construction
| Construction | Wood |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Bilge |
| Finish | Paint finish |
She is built using Iroko wood on Oak frames. Looking inside the hull and frames appear to be in very good condition.
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 8 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 2 |
| No. of single berths | 4 |
| Cabin(s) | 4 |
| Sink | 2 |
| Shower | 2 |
| Heads | 2 heads (Manual) |
Sea water deck wash is available.
2 burner Electric Stove
Accommodation
| Stove | |
|---|---|
| Broiler | |
| Oven | |
| Sink | |
| Cooler | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Carpet | |
| Drapes | |
| Cabin heating | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system | |
| Fresh water wash | |
| Non-Smokers | |
| Microwave | |
| Washing Machine |
Sea water deck wash is available.
2 burner Electric Stove
Deck Gear
| Spray dodgers | |
|---|---|
| Cockpit cover | |
| Bimini | |
| Rode | |
| Fenders | |
| Boathook | |
| Davits | |
| Bimini |
Electric Simpson Lawrence windlass
2 anchors
328'1" of chain
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Speed | |
| Radar | |
| VHF | |
| VHF DSC radio | |
| GPS | |
| Chart plotter | |
| Autopilot | |
| Weather fax | |
| Stereo | |
| Clock | |
| Barometer | |
| Navigation lights | |
| TV | |
| DVD | |
| Depth sounder |
Safety Equipment
| Fume detector | |
|---|---|
| Liferaft | |
| Life jackets | |
| Life buoys | |
| Searchlight | |
| Swim ladder |
4 bilge pumps (1 manual / 3 electric)
Broker's Comments
This boat creates a lovely impression the moment you walk onboard. She is a real classic beauty and more importantly she appears to be in excellent condition.
In the early 1960's Searider designed the models ranging from 9 to 22 metres. This Searider 17m was the only one ever built. I expect that today she still looks exactly how she did when completed in 1967.
I took a good look at the hull around the engines and I was totally surprised at how clean it all looked. I could not see any area that may have concerned me.
The previous owner treasured her for over 35 years. The new owner only bought her recently but due to unforeseen circumstances has had to put her back on the market.
An out of water survey was done on the 24th March 2023, that found no issues at all other than the usual recommendations that have all been addressed.
In May 2024 she was lifted for external maintenance. Topside and underside were sanded and primed and repainted.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.
Owners FAQ's
How long have you owned the boat for?
Under two years
Why are you selling her?
Personal reasons
Where have you sailed her?
Local waters only