The Etap 23 is renowned for its robust unsinkable construction providing, buoyancy as well as sound and temperature insulation. This 1983 Etap 23 is a well-presented example of this popular and practical small lifting-keel yacht, offering an excellent combination of comfortable accommodation, sailing performance and easy handling. She is in good condition for her age and has been well cared for, making her an ideal choice for coastal cruising, weekends away or those looking for a manageable first yacht. A very capable and versatile yacht that is ready to provide her new owner with many enjoyable days afloat.

Viewing by appointment only through the Essex office - 01621 785600 or email: essex@clarkeandcarter.co.uk

Accommodation

Four berths in single cabin with sitting headroom. Large double V-berth forward with opening deck hatch above. Galley area to port with fixed two-burner gas stove and galley sink with hand-pumped freshwater supply. Chart table to starboard with VHF radio and 12v switch panel. Two settee berths aft. Cream upholstery (new 2015).

Mechanical Systems

2022 Yamaha 6hp, four-stroke petrol outboard engine located in a well in the cockpit. Recoil start. Twist grip throttle control. Internal and remote fuel tanks.

Electrical Systems

Single 12 volt battery charged by solar panel. Interior lighting.

Sails and Spars

Fractionally rigged sloop. Silver anodised aluminium single spreader mast and boom. Mast stepped in tabernacle. Stainless steel standing rigging (new 2021). Adjustable backstay. Terylene running rigging. Slab reefing mainsail. 2x Foresale. Furlex headsail furling system. 2 x sheet winches. 2 x halyard winches on coachroof.

Navigation Equipment

Safety Equipment

Construction

Built by Etap, Belgium in 1983 to a design by Jacques de Ridder. Moulded using a double-skin construction technique injected with closed-cell foam making the boat unsinkable as well as providing excellent sound and heat insulation. Cream GRP hull with red style stripe. Hull anti-fouled 2026. Cream GRP superstructure with light grey non-slip deck pads (all new 2021). Wood cockpit seat tops. Cast iron ballasted lifting keel reduces draft from 1.6m to 0.8m. Keel operated via worm drive in the cabin. Tiller steering to transom hung lifting rudder. Aft self-draining cockpit. Alloy toe rails and cleats.

Disclaimer:

The company normally acts as brokers for the vendor who unless otherwise stated is not selling in the course of a business. Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these particulars the correctness is not guaranteed and they are intended as a guide only and do not constitute a part of any contract. A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check these particulars and where appropriate and at their own expense to employ a qualified marine surveyor to carry out a survey and/or to have an engine trial conducted which if conducted by us shall not imply any liability on our part.
General note on safety equipment: Any safety equipment such as liferaft, fire extinguishers and flares etc., are usually personal to the current owner(s) and if being left on board as part of the sale of a used vessel, may require routine servicing, replacement, or changing to meet the specific needs of the new owner(s).