Solar 32 New Perkins Engine 2004
Survey Oct. 2023
- Boat REF# · 311643
- Length · 34'0"
- Year · 1974
- Construction · GRP
- Underwater profile · Semi-Displacement
- Sleeping berths · 4
- Engine · 2 x diesel 91hp, PERKINS SABRE M92 (2004)
- Lying · canal du rhone à Sete
Extra Details
| Builder | Carr & West |
|---|---|
| Lying | canal du rhone à Sete |
| Fuel capacity | 128.7 USG Total - 3 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 79.2 USG Total - 2 Tanks |
| Holding tank capacity | 49.5 USG Total - 1 Tanks |
| Last survey | 12/10/2023 |
Mechanical
| Engine | 2 x diesel 91hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | PERKINS SABRE M92 (2004) |
| Engine Hours |
engine1= 1900 engine2= 1900 |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | wheel |
| Drive | shaft |
| Prop(s) | 4 blade props |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | 1.0 USG /hour At Cruising Speed |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 8 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 12 knots |
| Generator output | 2KVA |
Twin Perkins M92 normally aspirated 91hp engines installed in 2004
new gearboxes and water intakes, new exhaust systems installed installed 2004
Our vendor quotes fuel consumption of
4.5 litres per hour on canals.
13.5 litres at 8 knots
2 Kva Generator HONDA (portable)
4 x 90 A/h batteries charged by engines and 240v battery charger
Galvanic isolator
Dimensions
| Length | 34'0" |
|---|---|
| LWL | 32'0" |
| Beam | 11'3" |
| Draft Max | 2'11" |
| Airdraft | 10'6" |
| Headroom | 6'3" |
| Storage | On marina |
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 240 volt generator, 240 shore power voltage, 4 batteries charged by: engine, shore power, generator HONDA portable GE
Construction
| Construction | GRP |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Semi-Displacement |
| Finish | 2 pack finish |
Built to order in 1974 this Solar 32 shows her age by the quality of her construction yet belies her age thanks to very thorough maintenance from her present owner who has owned and looked after her for the last 23 years. Documented history from 2002. 2004 new Perkins Sabre M92 engines fitted with new gearboxes, new wiring loom, new intake filters, new dashboard instruments, new exhausts including silencers and new 4 blade matched propellers with rope cutters.
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 4 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 1 |
| No. of single berths | 2 |
| Cabin(s) | 2 |
| Sink | 2 |
| Shower | 1 |
| Air conditioning | 1 Air conditioning Units |
| Heads | 2 heads (Manual) |
Forward cabin with V berths 1.9m x 0.75m and 1.85 headroom
Well equipped galley to starboard comprising gas cooker with two burner hob and oven plus the all important (and often missing) grill ! Waeco 12v fridge with freezer box good work surface space and a purified water tap on the sink. To port is the heads with manual Jabsco head, wash basin and shower. Headroom in the shower is a generous 1.92m. Up to the saloon, with inside helm to port and well proportioned seating and 1.9m headroom. Aft again to main cabin with lots of cupboard space (one housing the A/C unit) en-suite heads (another manual Jabsco) headroom of 1.83m and a double bed of 1.9 x 1.25. The joinery oozes quality and the finishing is classic seventies (see the "period" light fittings in my video). The boat is heated by radiators from an Eberspacher diesel fired boiler. A/C in aft cabin can be used whilst in port on shore power or when away from base by using the Honda 2Kva generator. Hot water from an ISOTEMP (750W/240V) tank plus engine calorifier or from the Eberspacher central heating boiler.
STEREO:
12V CD player & radio
Smart TV screen (new in 2021)
All lighting has been upgraded to LED (whilst retaining the charm of the original fittings)
Outside on deck the aft deck is spacious and reassuring with very little movement as owner and guests move around. A great place for enjoying the countryside or entertaining guests. The flybridge helm gives a "crows nest" view of the boat, facilitating close quarters maneuvers.
2 burner propane Stove
Accommodation
| Stove | |
|---|---|
| Broiler | |
| Oven | |
| Sink | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Drapes | |
| Air conditioning | |
| Cabin heating | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system | |
| Microwave |
Forward cabin with V berths 1.9m x 0.75m and 1.85 headroom
Well equipped galley to starboard comprising gas cooker with two burner hob and oven plus the all important (and often missing) grill ! Waeco 12v fridge with freezer box good work surface space and a purified water tap on the sink. To port is the heads with manual Jabsco head, wash basin and shower. Headroom in the shower is a generous 1.92m. Up to the saloon, with inside helm to port and well proportioned seating and 1.9m headroom. Aft again to main cabin with lots of cupboard space (one housing the A/C unit) en-suite heads (another manual Jabsco) headroom of 1.83m and a double bed of 1.9 x 1.25. The joinery oozes quality and the finishing is classic seventies (see the "period" light fittings in my video). The boat is heated by radiators from an Eberspacher diesel fired boiler. A/C in aft cabin can be used whilst in port on shore power or when away from base by using the Honda 2Kva generator. Hot water from an ISOTEMP (750W/240V) tank plus engine calorifier or from the Eberspacher central heating boiler.
STEREO:
12V CD player & radio
Smart TV screen (new in 2021)
All lighting has been upgraded to LED (whilst retaining the charm of the original fittings)
Outside on deck the aft deck is spacious and reassuring with very little movement as owner and guests move around. A great place for enjoying the countryside or entertaining guests. The flybridge helm gives a "crows nest" view of the boat, facilitating close quarters maneuvers.
2 burner propane Stove
Deck Gear
| Cockpit cover | |
|---|---|
| Bimini | |
| Rode | |
| Fenders | |
| Swim Platform | |
| Swim Ladder |
Electric SIMPSON LAWRENCE windlass
1 anchors
(plough)
98'5" of chain
MAYLAND PRAM sailing Dinghy (oars/sails) dinghy ()
(Hard Dinghy)
Simpson Lawrence electric anchor winch
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Speed | |
| Wind | |
| Radar | |
| VHF | |
| Autopilot | |
| Stereo | |
| Clock | |
| Navigation lights | |
| TV | |
| Depth sounder | |
| Radar Reflector |
2 VHF radios (in saloon & on fly)
Navico Auto Pilot
Furuno Radar (replaced in 2008)
2 depth sounders
NASA target 2 wind direction & speed indicator
Sowester Radar Reflector
2 compass
Safety Equipment
| Carbon Monoxide detector | |
|---|---|
| Horn |
2 bilge pumps (0 manual / 2 electric)
Fire pro automatic fire extinguisher in the engine bay plus 3 manual extinguishers
smoke alarm & carbon monoxide alarm
Broker's Comments
Twin engined motor cruiser for sale in the south of France. Boatshed Midi Canals is pleased to offer this extremely well looked after Solar 32 for sale. Well maintained, continuously upgraded, documented history since 2002 it is a real pleasure to find a boat of this era in such caring hands. The solid feel of seventies GRP construction, a well looked after interior that has retained its original character the whole boat is a real credit to her dedicated owner. Sensibly re-engined for reliable economical cruising this is one of those rare boats that is just as at home on the inland waterways as on the coasts. A useable classic to be proud of and perhaps the ideal steed for the Rhine, Maine Danube, Mediterranean loop?? Whatever your cruising plans are, this is a comfortable motor cruiser with live aboard potential and could be your ideal vessel. For more information and appointments to view, please contact Graham, your Boatshed broker at Boatshed Midi Canals
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.
Owners FAQ's
How long have you owned the boat for?
22 years
Why are you selling her?
Bought bigger
Where have you sailed her?
UK and Europe coasts and inland waterways and all the canal du midi too