Beneteau First 325

XBOAT ref: 5897.
FIRST 325 PTE – Performance cruising yacht
First 325 PTE built by Bénéteau in 1984, sturdy, fast, and comfortable. This model remains a safe bet on 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 some river zones.

⚓ MAIN FEATURES – FIRST 325 PTE
• Overall length: 10.01 m
• Beam: 3.38 m
• Reduced draft (PTE): 1.45 m – ideal for coastal navigation
• Year: 1984 – Yard: Bénéteau
• Material: Polyester – Category: B
• Engine: Volvo Penta 2002 – 19 HP – stainless steel shaft, two-blade bronze propeller
• Sail area: Mainsail 2019 – Roller genoa – Spi
• Electronics: Autopilot, depth sounder, wind vane, anemometer Raymarine – GPS Garmin – VHF
• Accommodations: 2 double cabins + convertible salon – kitchen – marine toilet
• Inflatible dinghy AD
The boat has undergone several recent maintenance checks: the engine was serviced in 2022, with replacement of the elbow and exhaust hose. Its 2025 maintenance is performed by a professional mechanic. The mainsail was replaced in 2019 with very few miles. A complete survey dated October 2024 confirms a sound structure, with no grounding or deformation, and highlights a few points to monitor or upgrade (original standing rigging, safety elements, some aesthetic details inside and out).
⚓ STRONG POINTS OF THE FIRST 325 PTE
✔️ PTE version: highly sought after low draft
✔️ Recent mainsail (SAILS CONCEPT 2019)
✔️ Engine starts perfectly, serviced (2025)
✔️ Functional Raymarine electronics
✔️ Pleasant cockpit – wooden interior to be personalized
✔️ Exceptional quality/price ratio

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⚓ Short or medium-term work to consider:
• Update of standing rigging (recommendation due to age)
• Electrical circuit needs partial review (battery/terminal compliance)
• Refurbishment of forward cabin and a cockpit slat to replace
• A few through-hull valves to change according to survey recommendations
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This FIRST 325 PTE is a safe, well-built sailing yacht with significant potential for a sailor wishing to sail quickly while making targeted improvements. At this price, it represents an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to acquire a reliable and well-maintained cruising yacht in this particularly sought-after intermediate size.
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