Beneteau First 325

XBOAT ref :5897.
FIRST 325 PTE – Performance cruising sailboat
First 325 PTE built by Bénéteau in 1984, solid, fast, and comfortable. This model remains a safe bet in the market thanks to its marine lines, pleasant interior layout, and performance under sail.
This is the PTE version (Shallow Draft), particularly interesting for sailing in shallow areas, estuaries, rias, South Brittany, or certain inland waterway zones.

⚓ MAIN CHARACTERISTICS – FIRST 325 PTE
• Overall Length: 10.01 m
• Beam: 3.38 m
• Shallow draft (PTE): 1.45 m – ideal for coastal navigation
• Year: 1984 – Shipyard: Bénéteau
• Material: Polyester – Category: B
• Engine: Volvo Penta 2002 – 19 HP – stainless steel shaft, bronze two-blade propeller
• Sail Plan: Mainsail 2019 – Roller genoa – Spinnaker
• Electronics: Autopilot, depth sounder, wind vane, anemometer Raymarine – GPS Garmin – VHF
• Accommodations: 2 double cabins + convertible saloon – kitchen – marine toilet
• Inflatable tender AD
The boat has undergone several recent maintenance works: the engine was serviced in 2022, with replacement of the elbow and exhaust hose. Its 2025 maintenance will be carried out by a professional mechanic. The mainsail was replaced in 2019 with very few miles. A complete inspection dated October 2024 confirms a sound structure, without hogging or deformation, and highlights a few points to monitor or upgrade (original standing rigging, safety equipment, some aesthetic details inside and out).
⚓ STRENGTHS OF THE FIRST 325 PTE
✔️ PTE version: highly sought-after shallow draft
✔️ Recent mainsail (SAILS CONCEPT 2019)
✔️ Engine starts perfectly, serviced (2025)
✔️ Functional Raymarine electronics
✔️ Pleasant cockpit – wooden interior to refresh
✔️ Exceptional value for money

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⚓ Short or medium-term maintenance work to consider:
• Update of the standing rigging (recommendation due to age)
• Electrical system to be partially reviewed (upgrading battery terminals)
• Forward cabin finishing to be redone and a cockpit slat to be replaced
• A few hull-through valves to change according to inspection recommendations
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This FIRST 325 PTE is a safe, well-built sailboat with significant potential for a sailor wishing to sail quickly while making some targeted improvements. At this price, it represents an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to acquire a reliable and well-maintained cruising sailboat in this particularly sought-after mid-size.
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