Blakes Cruising Folkboat

Portland Marina, United Kingdom19728m
Asking Price
$6,000 GBP
MakeBlakes
ModelCruising Folkboat
Year1972
Length8m2.13m beam
FuelDiesel
Cabins14 berths

Overview

About this vessel

This 8.00M Folkboat is a compact, seaworthy classic that delivers more sea-going capability than its size suggests. Its traditional lines 1ong keel for tracking and stability, a stout beam, and a sturdy, simple rig make it forgiving and secure in chop and heavy weather, even for short-handed crews. Inside, it maximizes space with a practical cabin that typically fits two to four berths, a small galley, and a simple head. On Deck, the roomy cockpit and robust fittings reflect its coastal-cruiser pedigree, while the boat s ballast and conservative sail area provide a balanced, predictable feel under sail. In short, the 8.00m Folkboat blends timeless design with rugged practicality, offering dependable coastal cruising with classic charm.

Volvo MD5 B 7HP Diesel Shaft Driven

!2v Twin Batteries replaced 2023
Selector switch
Standard Horizon VHF radio

Rigging and running Rigging all in good condition

Sails

Two suits of sails
virtually unused Yellow cruising Shute

Garmin GPS 152
Magnetic Compass
Clipper log
Clipper Depth
Clipper Speed
Clipper Direction (needs Anemometer repair)

Autohelm (Ram System)

Fire extinguisher dry powder in Saloon
Fire Blanket in Galley area

Spray hood with hand rails built in

Sea Flush Heads
Fresh Water tank

Inside trades room for purpose, delivering a warm forward cabin that reflects its traditional coastal heritage. a well-organized layout, and sensible stowage rather than fluff. The saloon has two long settees run fore to aft and double as sleeping berths, with a compact dining/working table that folds away when not in use. A small galley to port carries a two-burner stove, a compact head is tucked beneath the forecabin. Natural light and ventilation come from a few good sized ports keeping the cabin bright without sacrificing space, Though headroom is modest, the design emphasizes efficient use of every inch, practical footing, and a timeless, sailorly charm

Specifications

The details

Vessel
MakeBlakes
ModelCruising Folkboat
Year1972
Dimensions
Length overall8m
Beam2.13m
Draft1.3m
Accommodation
Cabins1
Berths4
Heads1
Engine & Fuel
Engine makeVolvo
Engine modelMD5 B
Engine count1
Drive typeShaft Driven
Fuel typeDiesel

Features

On board

Volvo MD5 B 7HP Diesel
Shaft Driven
12v Twin Batteries replaced 2023
Selector switch
Standard Horizon VHF radio
Rigging and running Rigging all in good condition
Two suits of sails
Virtually unused Yellow cruising Shute
Garmin GPS 152
Magnetic Compass
Clipper log
Clipper Depth
Clipper Speed
Clipper Direction (needs Anemometer repair)
Autohelm (Ram System)
Fire extinguisher dry powder in Saloon
Fire Blanket in Galley area
Spray hood with hand rails built in
Sea Flush Heads
Fresh Water tank
Inside trades room for purpose, delivering a warm forward cabin that reflects its traditional coastal heritage
Well-organized layout, and sensible stowage rather than fluff
Saloon has two long settees run fore to aft and double as sleeping berths
Compact dining/working table that folds away when not in use
Small galley to port carries a two-burner stove
Compact head tucked beneath the forecabin
Natural light and ventilation come from a few good sized ports keeping the cabin bright without sacrificing space
Design emphasizes efficient use of every inch, practical footing, and a timeless, sailorly charm
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