Beneteau First 53.5

Remarks

General:

Bénéteau First 53 F5 sailboat from 1991.

Cruising sailboat rigged as a sloop.

Designed in 1990 by architect Bruce FARR, interior arrangements by PININFARINA.

50 units produced by Bénéteau between 1991 and 1997.

A flagship of its time

Timeless lines, mahogany-colored interior.

Condition:

Good overall condition. Stunning 90s sailboat.

Salon varangage redone in 2025.

Keel removed and reinstalled in 2025

Screws, spacers, keel nuts: new (2025)

New water heater (2025)

Shower mirrors and forward cabin: new (2025)

Exterior lockers fully cleaned and repainted (2025)

Total budget: €139K

1- Purchase budget: €89K

2- Additional budget to be planned by the future owner: €50K (estimates available, works can be done on site before launching), including:

- Engine overhaul: €5K

- Replacement of standing rigging ROD and genoa furler: €20K

- Replacement of onboard electronics: €15K

- Miscellaneous: €10K