Accommodations This is a rare opportunity to own "Steak & Kidney," the recently refitted [removed phone]M KA-14, America's Cup Challenger designed by Peter Cole and built by Consolidated Marine. She raced as a defender candidate for Australia in 1987. This classic has been operating as a 25 passenger charter vessel, match racing against 1977 challenger, "Australia," (also for sale), and other America Cup classic 12M yachts for half-day trips of racing or sightseeing. In 2004 she was refitted for charter and repainted to original colors of white and pale blue. If you are looking to own a piece of yachting history, or start up a day-charter business in a year-round sailng venue, then this retired racing yacht has the potential to generate positive cash flow and an excellent income. Ideally suited for a Captain & Mate, owner-operated and supplemented with part-time crew. The interior of Steak & Kidney is spartan and the open interior with 6' headroom allows full...
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This is a rare opportunity to own "Steak & Kidney," the recently refitted [removed phone]M KA-14, America's Cup Challenger designed by Peter Cole and built by Consolidated Marine. She raced as a defender candidate for Australia in 1987. This classic has been operating as a 25 passenger charter vessel, match racing against 1977 challenger, "Australia," (also for sale), and other America Cup classic 12M yachts for half-day trips of racing or sightseeing. In 2004 she was refitted for charter and repainted to original colors of white and pale blue.
If you are looking to own a piece of yachting history, or start up a day-charter business in a year-round sailng venue, then this retired racing yacht has the potential to generate positive cash flow and an excellent income. Ideally suited for a Captain & Mate, owner-operated and supplemented with part-time crew.
The interior of Steak & Kidney is spartan and the open interior with 6' headroom allows full inspection of her aluminum bare hull & alloy floorboards. Her layout is open from stern to collision bulkhead with no accommodations except an ElectroSan head, sink with cold water, and Esky refrigerator.
Imagine the possibilities if you wanted to update all or some of the interior with more civilized amenities! Survey & Safety Certifications: 1E for 25 passengers, 2D for 8 passengersGalley Steak & Kidney is fitted with an Esky Refrigerator, but has no galley. There is one sink with cold water. There is plenty of open space available to fit a large galley.Electronics and Navigational Equipment The B&G Networked Electronics are are suitable for coastal sailing and include:
Compass: X 2
B&G Depth Sounder
B&G Speedo & Log
B&G Wind Speed/Direction
VHF Radio
AM/FM/CD Stereo
Barometer/Clock
Electrical System The 12V and shorepower electrical systems were refitted and updated in 2004 and include:
4 x 12V batteries
Battery Charger
12V Panel with fused circuit breakers
Navigation lights
Sails, Rigging, and Deck SAILS:
Steak & Kidney has a fully battened Mainsail (new in 2005) and a full inventory of headsails. A total of 23 Spare Sails are available (some shared with "Australia").
Mainsail: fully battened with Fredrickson cars (new in 2005)
Jib: #3 - poor condition
Genoa: #1 - good condition
Spinnakers: 1.5 oz Fractional, 2 x Symmetrical
OTHER SAILS: Spares of various sizes & weights - little used
RIGGING & DECK:
Steak & Kidney has a powerful fractional rig with a Sail Area of approx. 1,801 sq. ft. The aluminum spars, triple spreaders, and rod rigging were removed, carefully inspected, tested, painted, and upgraded in 2004. All running rigging was replaced at that time. Headsails are hanked on and the mainsail has Fredricksen cars to facilitate hoisting and lowering the mainsail.
WINCHES: Lewmar: 2 x Headsail Grinders 3-speeed, main #70 3-speed, runners 2 x #70, traveller 2 x #16, halyard 2 x #48, & 1 x #28 Barient.
Spinnaker Pole
Anchor: Danforth with chain & nylon rode
Life Rafts: 2 X Carly Floats
Life Jackets: 30
Life Buoys: 2
Epirb: Danbuoy
Emergency Tiller
Engine /Mechanical Equipment The Yanmar 3 Cylinder model Y3T84 Diesel engine and all mechanics were thoroughly checked & serviced as part of the 2004 major refit. The Gearbox was rebuilt in 2004. The propeller is a 3 blade feathering Auto Stream.Remarks This is a rare opportunity to own "Steak & Kidney," the recently refitted [removed phone]M KA-14, America's Cup Challenger designed by Peter Cole and built by Consolidated Marine. She raced as a defender candidate for Australia in 1987. This classic has been operating as a 25 passenger charter vessel, match racing against 1977 challenger, "Australia," (also for sale), and other America Cup classic 12M yachts for half-day trips of racing or sightseeing. In 2004 she was refitted for charter and repainted to original colors of white and pale blue.
If you are looking to own a piece of yachting history, or start up a day-charter business in a year-round sailng venue, then this retired racing yacht has the potential to generate positive cash flow and an excellent income. Ideally suited for a Captain & Mate, owner-operated and supplemented with part-time crew. Call for more details.
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Category: Sailboats
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Type: Cruiser (Sail)
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Manufacturer: Consolidated Marine
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Model: 12 Meter America's Cup Yacht
Passengers: 0
Year: 1986
Sleeps: 0
Length/LOA: 65' 0"
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Price: $199,000 / €152,924
Engine Manufacturer: Other
Condition: Very Good
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Category: Sailboats
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Type: Cruiser (Sail)
Holding Tank Details:
Manufacturer: Consolidated Marine
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Model: 12 Meter America's Cup Yacht
Passengers: 0
Year: 1986
Sleeps: 0
Length/LOA: 65' 0"
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Price: $199,000 / €152,924
Engine Manufacturer: Other
Condition: Very Good
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Engine Type: Other
Stock Number: 42488
Number of Engines: 0
Location: Sarasota, FL 34236
United States
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Boat Ad Last Revised: [removed phone]:54:31
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