Beneteau First 325

XBOAT ref :5897.
FIRST 325 PTE – Cruising sailboat, high performance
First 325 PTE built by Bénéteau in 1984, solid, fast, and comfortable. This model remains a safe investment on the market thanks to its classic lines, pleasant interior layout, and sailing performance.
This is the PTE (Petit Tirant d’Eau) version, particularly interesting for sailing in shallow waters, estuaries, rias, South Brittany, or certain river areas.

⚓ MAIN CHARACTERISTICS – FIRST 325 PTE
• Overall length: 10.01 m
• Beam: 3.38 m
• Reduced draft (PTE): 1.45 m – ideal for coastal navigation
• Year: 1984 – Manufacturer: Bénéteau
• Material: Polyester – Category: B
• Engine: Volvo Penta 2002 – 19 HP – stainless steel prop shaft, bronze two-blade propeller
• Sails: Main sail 2019 – Roller furling genoa – Spi
• Electronics: Autopilot, depth sounder, wind vane, anemometer Raymarine – Garmin GPS – VHF
• Layout: 2 double cabins + convertible saloon – galley – marine toilet
• Inflatable dinghy AD
The boat has undergone several recent maintenance works: the engine had its elbow and exhaust hose replaced in 2022. Its 2025 maintenance is carried out by a professional mechanic. The mainsail was replaced in 2019 with very little use. A full survey from October 2024 confirms a healthy structure, with no heel or deformation, and highlights a few points to monitor or upgrade (original standing rigging, safety elements, some aesthetic details inside and outside). The keel bolts are in good condition as they must have been replaced by a previous owner.

⚓ STRENGTHS OF THE FIRST 325 PTE
✔️ PTE version: shallow draft highly sought after
✔️ Recent mainsail (SAILS CONCEPT 2019)
✔️ Engine starts perfectly, serviced (2025)
✔️ Raymarine electronics functioning
✔️ Pleasant cockpit – wood interior to be refreshed
✔️ Excellent value for money

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⚓ Short- or medium-term upgrades:
• Update of the standing rigging (age-related recommendation)
• Cabin foredeck repainting and a cockpit slat replacement
• Change two seacocks and through-hulls as per survey recommendations
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This FIRST 325 PTE is a reliable, well-built sailboat with significant potential for a sailor looking to navigate quickly while making targeted improvements. At this price, it offers an excellent opportunity for those seeking a reliable cruising yacht with good support, in this particularly popular intermediate size.
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