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44' 1973 Reliance Sloop for sale in ready to sail condition. This boat just recently came back from an extended cruise in the Bahamas and has been hauled out for regular hull inspection and bottom paint. This boat is completely ready to sail to the islands again. This is a unique and one of a kind opportunity to own a proven blue water vessel. Designed by Pierre Meunier the 44 has a classic hull that the June 1981 issue of Cruising World described as a sturdy and pretty boat that will stand out in any crowd of modern cruising boats. As a further review in 2011 issue of Cruising wold states, Now 30 years later, its still true and I suspect anyone you talk to will say holds true today. What everyone says when they see this boat is look at those lines! This boat has been upgraded and amenities added like the full cockpit hardtop that make it that much better and functional for long distance sailing or live-aboard. Owner has purchased a larger 52' boat. Currently in the water at Sunset Cay Marina Folly Beach, SC Ready for inspection and sea trial! Engine and transmission recently serviced, with recent water pump and belt. Bottom painted 10/2024 and a all propulsions components and thru hulls inspected/replaced or serviced.
Specifications: -85 Gallons fuel Tank -150 Gallon freshwater tank -20 Gallon holding Tank -Bridge clearance 57 -Draft 62 -Beam 12.5 -Displacement 28k with 14k lb lead keel -Modified full keel with cut away
Recent replacements and upgrades: Thru hulls replaced 2014 serviced 2024 Standing rigging cap shrouds, backstay and fore stay replaced 2 |