Dive Charter Business

Wright International Ltd is delighted to be considered to promote this very prosperous business and such a magnificent vessel. When you get told there is a converted MFV you conjure images some are good and some, well lets not go there. Imagine the joy of being asked to market a vessel like the vessel WIL 1659. This vessel was built in 1965 and looks better today than it did when launched. It is full credit to its present owner that this 12 passenger vessel has its M.C.A. Category 11 (60 miles from safe haven). This Larch on Oak vessel is well known in England, Ireland and Scotland and for all the right reasons.

Take a look at the individual specifications and photographs and you will see why she has been remembered so fondly wherever she goes. The present owners have established a very enterprising business out of the south of England and as they wish to retire Wright International Ltd would love to find someone who could build on their hard work. This vessel has its own mooring and it has a track record and the present owners would love to help establish entrepreneur who would like to continue to grow the business. Full operating costs and profits will be discussed with serious clients with the owners when they visit the vessel. We do not intend to discuss another customers business via the internet. Wright International Ltd has the figures and we can confirm they are very interesting reading but you can only read them on board the vessel.

Wright International Ltd is available every day of the year for our very valued customers and it is a service we provide all our very valued owners. When you get a couple as hard working and respectable as the owners of this business then it is a privilege and an honour to find them buyers that will continue their business in the manner it was established. If you think you could be that person or company then either Greig or Robert are waiting to discuss getting you on board to see for yourself what a real boat should look like. Remember this boat is in code, ready to sail, has its own mooring, Own web site and most importantly its own set of accounts showing their business to be very profitable. Look at the specification, look at the photographs and then look at the price. That is the price for EVERYTHING. We are waiting on your call.

The business is V.A.T. registered and zero rated.

Vessel Type:	Dive Charter Business
Builder:	Made in UK
Year:	1965
Price:	£150,000
Reference:	WIL 1659

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Dimensions

LOA:	60" '
LWL:	56" '
Beam:	18" 1'
Draft:	8" '

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Engines

MAIN ENGINE
If you ever wondered why Converted MFV was so much in demand you have to look no further. One of the most reliable engines in the world has to be the Gardner diesel engine. This vessel has the Gardner 8L3B rated at 230 BHP (171.51kw) is keel cooled and the oil is sea water cooled. This engine runs all day on very, very little fuel. It has been fastidiously looked after and maintained and it will run for years as all Gardners do. The power is transmitted through the 3:1 reduction gearbox to the 4 bladed phosphor bronze propeller.

SPEED
8 Knots at just 800rpm.

GENERATOR
Working and operating out of Marinas this vessel has been fitted with a silent running generator it is a 6 KVA HFL generator providing enough power for all electrics on board.

BUNKERAGE
2 x 1400 Ltrs (Red Diesel)

HEATING
The Eberspacher diesel heater supplies central heating to the whole boat. There is a 12 months warranty on the system.

There is a hot water tank for the running water in cabins, toilets and galley.

There is a 1500 watt inverter. There is not just one, but two banks of batteries each with their own alternator power supply. A battery management system ensures they are first class condition when required.

FIRE CONTROL
There is a Micro `K` Fire extinguisher system which is operational from the wheelhouse.

No. of Engines:	1
Fuel:	Diesel
Drive:	Shaft Drive
Fuel Capacity:	2 x 1400 Litres
Water Capacity:	2 x 300 Gallon

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Construction

This vessel was built in 1965 of Larch on Oak and it has been well looked after since new. The present owners have a vessel to be proud of and have maintained it with professional companies.

2002 – New keel and bolts replaced by Mallaig Boatyard in Scotland.
2007 – Reconditioned the propeller.
New anodes and fixings
Steam cleaning and hull antifoul paint applied
Rudder and Shaft bearing checked (no work required)

CERTIFICATION
M.C.A. Category 2 for 60 miles from safe haven
Licensed to carry 12 Passengers plus 2 Crew
Last Survey: April 2004 (out of water survey)
Mid Term Survey: June 2004
Next Survey: April 2009 (out of water survey)

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Accomodation

This vessel was designed to cruise in style and has been set up to allow its present owners to take all kinds of trips in it. This vessel is ideal for Diving, Survey, Bird watching, Seal watching, or just touring other ships in the bays. Whatever you want this vessel is the right one for the job.

SALOON: Take a look at the saloon and you will see why we said this vessel is like no other out there for the money. The seating is arranged to accommodate up to 12 persons at a time. It is bright, clean and it is very tastefully decorated. There are two doors Port and starboard with air vents leading to the tapestry upholstered seating. The seating has 14 lifejackets stored under. There is a drop leaf table which again is very well maintained and is in keeping with the rest of the décor. The flat screen TV is coupled up to a DVD, VHS cassette player, free viewbox and the owners have lots of DVD`s and cassettes to select from while you are on board.

The shelving whilst being exceedingly practical is also very ornate and blends in with the rest of the vessel. The owners are including the two original navigation lamps which are brass and copper finished. There are 4 eall lights and 2 spot lamps as well as ample 240v sockets.

COMPANIONWAY
Leading from the saloon is a companionway with 3 radiators, small work surface with storage beneath.

PORT SIDE: there is a shower room with as you would expect shower, mirror and a window for ventilation.

STARBOARD: toilet with WC, wash basin with both hot and cold running water, mirror, stainless steel pedal bin, cupboard with sliding doors and of course a broom to keep the vessel shipshape.

GALLEY
If you had to design a Galley from scratch you would struggle to find a more practical layout than the galley on this vessel. The window is at the sink, giving both light and a view when doing mundane duties such as preparing the food.

The cooker is stainless steel and has a grill and oven. It is powered by LPG and it has a flame failure device built in.

The microwave is built in for safety at sea and for convenience when being used. It is a Panasonic 900w allowing you to prepare fast food if required for your guests.

•3 x Toasters
•Fridge with ice box
•Base & Wall cupboards
•Stainless steel pots and pans
•Crockery for 14 persons
•Table settings and glasses for 14 persons.

The cupboards are mahogany with easy clean pvc in a warm cream colour.

FORWARD ACCOMMODATION
Port side: 1 x 2 berth cabin
Starboard side: 1 x 2 berth cabin

The owners have again demonstrated their exquisite taste in the way they have managed to keep the interior bright. The clever use of colour with the soft furnishings generates an inviting atmosphere to the cabins. There is a wash hand basis with both hot and cold running water, a small cupboard, radiator, cool fan and a bench seat with a reading light in the bunks.

TOILET
All the basic requirements are here with fully functional WC hot and cold running water in the wash hand basin and a shelf to house toiletries.

FORWARD CABIN
6 x berth in what used to be the hold. Again it is bright, clean and fresh. There is a wash hand basin with hot and cold running water and a radiator with central heating. There is also an escape hatch to the fore deck.

ALL ten berths in the guests accommodation have foam fire retardant mattresses. For convenience they are fitted with sheets, duvets, covers and pillows in pillow slips.

MAIN OWNERS CABIN
Depending on the party on board it is sometimes “appropriate” for the owner to retire and leave the guests to relax in their own company. That is when it is comforting to have such an owners cabin.

It has a double bed with built in radio cassette. It is an island bed with built in shelving for the owners personal belongings. The wardrobes, drawers and shelving again in mahogany.

The owners cabin is en suite and has a Jabasco sea head, wash hand basin again with hot and cold running water.

This is also where you will find the Servis washer/dryer and laundry system.

Decking Equipment

This vessel is licensed to carry 12 Passengers and it is not possible to have your eyes on all of them all of the time. So that is where this boats shines. It has a complete walk round with copious amounts of space and yet safety built in. There are handholds everywhere and the solid handrail prevents anyone accidentally falling overboard, whatever the weather throws at it.

The aft shelter deck houses the 2 x compressors to provide the divers with air. There is also a chest freezer and a 5KVA air cooled generator.

FOREDECK
The foredeck has bench seating on both sides to allow the guests to enjoy the cruise and the fresh air at the same time.

There is Radcon hydraulic winch for the Danforth anchor with 100 metres of chain. There is also a spare CQR anchor with 50 metres of warp. The whole image is clear uncluttered and exceedingly clever use of space.

FORWARD ANCHOR LOCKER
This is where the second freezer is located and ample storage as well.

There are 2 x stainless steel water tanks which each hold 300 gallons of water.

100 metres of anchor chain is also located here.

WHEELHOUSE ROOF
This is where the 14 man liferaft is located. It is hired and so will not be sold with the vessel.

AFT ROOF
This is where the Yamaha 380s inflatable dingy is located. It has a 15hp outboard which is ideal for going ashore when anchored out in the bay.

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Navigation Equipment

•MLR Differential GPS
•Ceetrek chart Plotter with a wide selection of G map cassettes
•Valsat GPS
•Ritchie Fuxgate Compass
•Brass Compass
•Raytheon R1206xx Raster Scan Radar
•JMC Colour Echo Sounder
•Simrad Digital Selective calling VHF Radio
•SX Micro 90 hand held VHF Radio
•Omega hand held spot/search light
•2 x lights
•1 x chart light
•Barometer
•Clock
•Horn

Disclaimer

The details of this vessel is offered in good faith but cannot be guaranteed. Nor can we 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.