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2004 Beneteau 423

Rock Hall, Maryland

$119,900

Price Improvement to $119,900!  Owner wants her sold!

Introducing SOUTHERN CROSS, a rare two-owner Beneteau 423. She has been sailed up and down the eastern seaboard and professionally maintained. This Beneteau 423 is loaded with all of the right options to sail to the islands.

This Beneteau 423 instantly charmed the sailing world with glowing reviews and top honors from the press, including Cruising World's "Boat of the Year" designation. Sailors were equally impressed with the Beneteau 423, and the model has proven to be one of Beneteau's most popular ever. Little has changed... the Beneteau 423 still earns high praise from those lucky enough to enjoy her charms.

The 2004 Beneteau 423 is a spacious 43-foot sailboat that offers a comfortable cruising experience. Here are some key features:

Design and Sailing Performance:

  • Designed by Groupe Finot, the Beneteau 423 boasts a sleek hull shape, balanced sail plan, and a shoal keel for greater access to shallower waters.
  • The boat’s performance under sail is impressive, making it suitable for both coastal cruising and longer passages.

Accommodations:

  • The interior layout includes two staterooms and two heads.
  • The main salon features a large U-shaped dinette, perfect for socializing or dining.
  • The galley is well-equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and ample storage.
  • Natural light floods the interior through large windows and hatches.

Comfort and Amenities:

  • This Beneteau 423 offers sufficient systems, including freshwater tanks, a water maker, holding tanks, and electrical systems.
  • Standard features include a chart table, navigation station, and plenty of storage space.
  • The cockpit is spacious, with comfortable seating and easy access to sail controls.

To sum it all up, 2004 Beneteau 423 combines sailing performance, comfort, and value, making it an attractive choice for cruisers seeking a well-rounded vessel. Whether you’re exploring coastal waters or embarking on longer journeys, this boat offers a delightful experience

Some highlights include... 

2 - cabin 2 - head version

Shoal draft 4’ 9”

Bridge Clearance 54.33’

 

Equipment List:

Volvo D2-55 diesel with 3000 hrs.

2 fuel tanks - providing 100-gallon total capacity

Lewmar Bow Thruster 185TT 6.7 HP with remote at helm.

Gori 18" 2-stage folding prop  

4 - 6V house batteries - 440 AH +Starting Battery (2-6V batteries replaced 6/2023)

1 - AGM battery for thruster located forward.

Renology Pure Sine wave Inverter/charger- 2000W inverter/50A charger (7/2023)

Beneteau Charger 30A

2 AC units 14K (6/2023) for main cabin/7K for aft cabin.

Spectra Water maker Ventura mpc150- rated 6 gal/hr. feeding into the 100-gal tank located under v-berth

Simpson Lawrence Horizon Express windlass with 2 delta plow anchors (1 with 200 ft chain, 1 with chain/rode) located at bow. Additional 13 lb. aluminum anchor with rode located in port lazarette

 

WINCHES:

2 - Lewmar 48 electric winches

2 - Lewmar 40 two-speed cabin top mounted

2024 - Her keel was sandblasted to bare metal, followed by four coats of the West System Epoxy and then bottom painted.

Standard Horizon GX2000 with RAM3+ remote mike at helm. (2021) 

Furuno 1715 radar with 7" screen located at nav station.

Raymarine ST6001 autopilot/Raymarine ST60 depth sounder/speed/wind 

Garmin 94SV Echomap chart plotter

Aluminum Arch with 2-Siemens SR90 solar panels and dinghy davits on stern

2020 Aleko 10.5' aluminum floor dinghy (2022)

Mercury 2 stroke 15 hp 

Mercury 2 stroke 5 hp

As you read, she is ready to take you wherever the wind blows you!

Disclaimer

Essex Boat Works is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by S&J Yachts.

Basic Boat Info

Boat Name: Southern Cross
Make: Beneteau
Model: 423
Year: 2004
Condition: Used
Category: Sail
Builder: Beneteau
Construction: Fiberglass
Boat Hull ID: BEYN3053F304
Has Hull ID: Yes
Keel Type: Winged Keel

Dimensions

Length: 43'2 ft
Length Overall: 43'2 ft
Waterline Length: 38'6 ft
Beam: 12'9 ft
Max Draft: 4'9 ft
Min Draft: 4.75 ft
Bridge Clearance: 54'4 ft
Dry Weight: 19,500 lb
Ballast: 5,836 lb
Cabins Count: 2

Engines / Speed

Engines: 1
  • Make: Volvo
  • Model: D2-55
  • Drive Type: Direct
  • Fuel: Diesel
  • Engine Power: 55hp
  • Type: Inboard
  • Propeller Type: 3 Blade, Folding
  • Engine Hours: 3000
  • Engine Location: Center
Cruising Speed: 8.3 kn

Tanks

Fuel Tanks: 2
Fuel Tank Capacity: 50 gal
Water Tanks: 1
Water Tank Capacity: 154 gal
Holding Tank Count: 1
Holding Tank Capacity: 44 gal

Other

Heads Count: 2
Drive Type: Direct
Windlass Type: Electric
Boat Class: Sloop, Cruisers

Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

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