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1989 Elan 431 For Sale - €59k

  • Writer: marmaristms
    marmaristms
  • 2 days ago
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Updated: 1 day ago


The Elan 431 is a highly respected fast, comfortable, and luxurious sailing yacht, designed with great attention to ergonomics, functionality, and onboard comfort. It is known for excellent sailing performance combined with spacious and well-planned living areas, making it suitable for both coastal cruising and longer offshore trips.


The hull and deck are made of high-quality fibreglass reinforced plastic (GRP), with a solid laminate below the waterline and cored sandwich construction above, providing strength and lightness. The yacht has a fin keel with lead ballast for stability and good upwind sailing, and a balanced spade rudder for responsive handling.


It is powered by a reliable 39 hp Yanmar 3JH4E diesel engine, which has 5555 running hours and has been regularly maintained. The fuel tank holds 110 litres, and the freshwater tank has a capacity of 360 litres, allowing for longer trips without frequent refills.


The deck layout is designed for easy and safe handling, with well-placed winches, cleats, and rope organisers. The spacious cockpit has comfortable seating and a large fold-down table, perfect for relaxing or dining. The yacht is rigged with a cutter rig, including a furling genoa, furling flok and a furling mainsail, all in fair condition. The standing rigging is stainless steel wire and there were observed norseman swetchs on some of the terminals, although the rest were swetched.


Inside, the yacht offers two double cabins, accommodating up to four people comfortably. The forward cabin has a double bed and an wet locker. The aft cabin also has a double bed and shares the bathroom accessible from the salon. The main salon is bright and airy, with large windows and hatches for natural light and ventilation.


The galley is U-shapeThe Elan 431 is a highly regarded sailing yacht, renowned for its speed, comfort, and luxury. Designed with meticulous attention to ergonomics, functionality, and onboard comfort, it offers excellent sailing performance paired with spacious and thoughtfully arranged living areas, making it ideal for both coastal cruising and extended offshore passages.


The hull and deck are constructed from high-quality fiberglass-reinforced plastic (GRP), featuring a solid laminate below the waterline and a cored sandwich structure above for optimal strength and reduced weight. The yacht is equipped with a fin keel with lead ballast for stability and superior upwind performance, as well as a balanced spade rudder for precise handling.


Propulsion is provided by a reliable 44 HP Yanmar 4JHBE diesel engine with 2650 running hours, maintained regularly. The fuel tank holds 110 liters, and the freshwater capacity is 360 liters, enabling longer journeys without frequent stops.


The deck layout is optimized for safe and easy handling, with strategically placed winches, cleats, and rope organizers. The spacious cockpit features comfortable seating and a large fold-down table, perfect for relaxation or dining. The cutter rig includes a furling genoa, furling staysail, and furling mainsail, all in fair condition. The standing rigging is stainless steel wire, with Norseman swaged terminals on some ends and swaged fittings on the rest.


Below deck, the yacht offers two double cabins, comfortably accommodating up to four people. The forward cabin includes a double berth and a wet locker, while the aft cabin also has a double berth and shares a bathroom accessible from the saloon. The main saloon is bright and airy, with large windows and hatches for natural light and ventilation.


The U-shaped galley, located to starboard, is equipped with an oven, two-burner stove, refrigerator, and double sink, designed for safe and efficient cooking underway. Ample storage is available throughout the interior for provisions and personal belongings.


Additional features include a navigation station with chart table and instrument panel, shore power connection with battery bank and charger, and safety equipment compliant with regulations, such as life raft storage and fire extinguishers.


The yacht is currently located in Orhaniye, Marmaris, Turkey. Considering its age and usage, it is in fair condition with no known structural damage or incidents. Viewings are available on weekdays by appointment only; please schedule visits at least three days in advance.



Inventory:

Manufacture: Elan yachts (SLO)

Model: 431

Year Built: 1989

Flag: Poland

Construction: Fiberglass

Designer: J&J Design

Marina/Berth: Orhaniye, Marmaris, Turkey

LOA: 12.98 M

LWL:11,50 M

Beam: 4,0 M

Draft: 2.1 M

Displacement: 8,2 T

Ballast: 2,7 T

Fuel Tank:110 L

2X Water Tanks: Total 360 L

2X Cabins,

2X Manuel heads with showers

1X Yanmar 4JHBE 40 KW diesel engine

Engine Horse Power: 44 HP

Engine working hours: 2650 hrs.

Shore power inlet, plugs, and cable

1X 12V Engine Battery

3X 100ah 12V Service Batteries

1X Battery Charger

1X Raymarine ST600R Autopilot

1X Autohelm Tridata ST60 multi indicator for depth&speed at navigation desk

1X Raymarine ST60 Tridata depth&speed indicators at cockpit

1X Raymarine ST60 Wind speed&direction indicators at cockpit

1X Radio Ocean RO4500 VHF

1X VHF speaker

1X Magnetic Compass

1X Radio MP3 Player

2X Saloon speakers

1X Electrical Bilge Pump

1X Manuel Bilge pump

1X Boiler 45 Lt.

1X Owen with LPG burner

1X Refrigerator

1X Cockpit Shower

1X Wooden cockpit table (needs repair)

1X Aluminium gangway

1X Honda 2.3 HP outboard engine

1X Outboard engine brackets on Pushpit

1X Bimini

1X North Sails Furling Main sail

1X North Sails Furling Genoa sail

1X North Sails Furling Flok sail

1X Alumunium Mast

1X Aluminium Boom

1X Aluminium Rod kick

2X Spinnaker booms

1X Lifebuoy

2X Lewmar 43 Coach roof winches

2X Lewmar 46 Coach roof winches

2X Lewmar 53 Genoa winches

1X Quick windlass

1X 10 mm galvanized chain 50 mt.

1X Delta Anchor

1X Big Steering wheel

1X Toolkit

2X Solar panels

1X Solar regulator

Various mooring ropes

Kitchen goodies

Fenders

Life jackets

Teak cockpit


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