2001 Beneteau First 47.7 for sale in Sydney Harbour
Sydney Harbour, Australia200114.5m
Asking PriceBroker
$189,000 AUD
+6 moreMakeBeneteau
ModelFirst 47.7
Year2001
Length14.5m
EngineVolvo D2 75HP Shaft Drive Diesel
Draft2.8m
Overview
About this vessel
The Beneteau First 47.7 is one of the standout designs in Beneteau's history, and Carla M is one of the best examples we've come across. Designed by Farr Yacht Design, her deep performance keel, balanced rudder and powerful hull form give her serious speed and control - and the triple-spreader race rig means she's just as happy hammering around the cans as she is eating up miles on a fast coastal passage.
On deck
Purpose-built for performance sailing, with quality deck hardware and Lewmar winches throughout. The cockpit's had its teak recently replaced, running rigging has been fully updated, and she's covered in racing upgrades that make her efficient and easy to handle, week in, week out.
Below deck
Carla M's fit-out and joinery are a level above what you'll find in most production yachts today. It's a 3-cabin, 2-head owner's layout - spacious, light-filled and well ventilated, with timberwork and upholstery in excellent condition. She might be built to race, but she's just as ready to cruise in comfort.
History & upgrades
Carla M has spent most of her life at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia under continuous, knowledgeable ownership, with a clear focus on performance and reliability. Recent upgrades include a Volvo shaft-drive diesel replacement (2013), stainless steel rod standing rigging replacement (2020), house batteries replaced (April 2024), and an extensive Hood carbon sail inventory including full downwind sails.
The verdict
A genuinely competitive racer that also delivers the volume, comfort and build quality for proper cruising. Turnkey and well-sorted - ready for the start line or the next coastal adventure.
Specifications
The details
Vessel
MakeBeneteau
ModelFirst 47.7
Year2001
Dimensions
Length overall14.5m
Draft2.8m
Engine & Fuel
Engine makeVolvo D2 75HP Shaft Drive Diesel
Features
On board
Farr Yacht Design hull
Deep performance keel
Balanced rudder
Triple-spreader race rig
Lewmar winches
Teak cockpit (recently replaced)
Updated running rigging
Racing upgrades
3-cabin, 2-head layout
Volvo shaft-drive diesel
Stainless steel rod standing rigging
B&G instrument package with autopilot
Helm chartplotter
Garmin mast repeaters
Hood carbon sails
Full downwind sails
Category 7 safety gear
House batteries (replaced April 2024)
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