1970 Van de Stadt 30 for sale in NEWPORT, New South Wales
NEWPORT, New South Wales, Australia19708.9m
Asking PriceBroker
$13,950 AUD
+25 moreMakeVan De Stadt
Model30
Year1970
Length8.9m2.1m beam
FuelDiesel40L tank
Cabins4 berths
Overview
About this vessel
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 BRIGHTWATER Stands Out
Proven hard-chine hull design for speed and stability offshore. Lightweight yet robust plywood construction. A design born in the golden era of yacht innovation. Exciting sailing performance with timeless appeal.
Vessel Highlights
Construction: ½-inch Bruynzeel marine plywood, Dynel sheathed. Hull Form: Hard chine with angled stem and elegant cambered transom. Keel: 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 replaced (2017). Hull professionally repainted (2021) in durable two-pack polyurethane. It has a Raymarine ST 1000+ for comfortable cruising. These upgrades bring peace of mind while preserving the integrity and charm of the original design.
On Deck & Sailing Setup
Aluminium mast and boom with stainless steel rigging. Well-equipped sail wardrobe (approx. 6 years old), including: Battened mainsail with boom bag & lazy jacks, #1, #2, #3 hank-on jibs.
Interior & Accommodation
Below deck, BRIGHTWATER offers a simple, open-plan layout with excellent natural light and ventilation—perfect for relaxed coastal cruising. Sleeps up to 4 people and has a functional galley with water and butane stove on a gimbal. 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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Specifications
The details
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
Sole diesel engine 17hp
Raymarine ST 1000+ autopilot
Aluminium mast and boom
Stainless steel rigging
Mainsail with boom bag and lazy jacks
Three hank-on jibs
Butane stove on gimbal
Cast iron ballast keel
Hard-chine plywood hull
