1970 Van de Stadt 30 for sale in NEWPORT, New South Wales
NEWPORT, New South Wales, Australia19708.9m
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$12,500 AUD
+25 moreMakeVan De Stadt
Model30
Year1970
Length8.9m2.1m beam
FuelDiesel40L tank
Cabins4 berths
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Classic Performance Meets Timeless Design by Van de Stadt
Step aboard a true classic with pedigree. Designed in 1957 by legendary Dutch naval architect E.G. van de Stadt—one of the pioneers of modern lightweight offshore yacht design—the iconic Black Soo design delivers a rare combination of performance, simplicity, and enduring style.
Built locally at Church Point by respected boatbuilder Alec Mitchell, this is a standout example of this revolutionary design, blending classic craftsmanship with thoughtful modern upgrades.
Why the Van de Stadt Stands Out
The vessel features a proven hard-chine hull design for speed and stability offshore, lightweight yet robust plywood construction, and a design born in the golden era of yacht innovation, offering exciting sailing performance with timeless appeal.
Hull & Construction
Construction is ½-inch Bruynzeel marine plywood, Dynel sheathed, with a hard-chine hull form featuring an angled stem and elegant cambered transom. The keel is cast iron ballast. Powering the boat is a near-new 17hp Sole diesel engine (shaft drive) with just 82 hours—recently serviced and running beautifully. Reliable, efficient, and ready to go.
Upgrades & Improvements
Standing rigging was replaced in 2017. The hull was professionally repainted in 2021 in durable two-pack polyurethane. A Raymarine ST 1000+ autopilot is fitted. These upgrades bring peace of mind while preserving the integrity and charm of the original design.
On Deck & Sailing Setup
An aluminium mast and boom with stainless steel rigging are fitted. The boat is well-equipped with a sail wardrobe approximately 6 years old, including a battened mainsail with boom bag and lazy jacks, and #1, #2, #3 hank-on jibs.
Interior & Accommodation
Below deck, the vessel offers a simple, open-plan layout with excellent natural light and ventilation—perfect for relaxed coastal cruising. A functional galley is fitted with water and a butane stove on a gimbal. A clever cockpit infill creates a generous double berth under the stars, ideal for warm summer nights.
BRIGHTWATER offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of sailing history; an engaging, lightweight performer that's equally at home club racing, coastal cruising, or simply turning heads wherever she goes.
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Vessel
MakeVan De Stadt
Model30
Year1970
Dimensions
Length overall8.9m
Beam2.1m
Draft1.8m
Accommodation
Berths4
Heads1
Engine & Fuel
Engine makeSole
Drive typeShaft
Engine hours30
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel tankage40L
Features
On board
Hard-chine hull design
Marine plywood construction (Bruynzeel)
Cast iron ballast keel
17hp Sole diesel engine
Replaced standing rigging (2017)
Hull professionally repainted (2021)
Raymarine ST 1000+ autopilot
Aluminium mast and boom
Stainless steel rigging
Battened mainsail with boom bag and lazy jacks
Hank-on jibs (#1, #2, #3)
Galley with water and butane stove
Cockpit infill double berth
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