1981 Californian Lrc trawler Trawler in North Miami, FL

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SELLER DESCRIPTION

1981 CALIFORNIAN LRC TRAWLER, "Ten Knots" is one of 200 solid fiberglass LRC Trawlers built to high standards by the original Californian yard under the supervision of designer, Jule Marshall, and lovingly cared for and updated by her knowledgeable owner. Her long keel provides excellent tracking and directional control and the wide, secure sidedecks and cockpit make line-handling and docking a breeze. With only slightly more than 1,000 hours on the twin naturally-aspirated CAT 3208 Diesels and the 1998 Westerbeke 8 Kw Generator, you can expect many years of reliable and trouble-free cruising. The Californian name has been used by several different companies over the years, but one man has been associated with the boats since their inception: yacht designer Jule Marshall. Marshall founded the original Californian Yachts back in the 1970s. He designed the Californian linea??s hulls, while Myrna Elliott designed the boatsa?? interiors. One of the companya??s first success stories was the 42 LRC, introduced in 1976. At a time when trawler yachts built in the Far East dominated the American market, Marshall and Elliott built their 42 foot trawler in Orange County, California. From a quality standpoint, the 42 LRC was a standout a?? and a strong competitor for similar-size boats from such industry heavyweights as Grand Banks and CHB. Unlike the Asian trawlers, the Californian 42 LRC interior was crafted of mahogany, not teak. In addition, the 42 LRC was faster than other trawlers of the 1970s and early 1980s. The Californian 42a??s twin 210 hp Caterpillar naturally-aspirated diesels are reliable and remarkably fuel efficient. The twin Caterpillars produce a cruising speed to around 14 knots, while maintaining fuel economy of approximately 1 mpg. Along with offering a bit more speed than the competition, the Californian 42 LRC offered well-thought-out practicality. Wide walk-around sidedecks, a convenient two-stateroom layout and expertly installed plumbing and electrical systems won many fans. "Ten Knots" has always been professionally maintained and her current owner is dilligent with all aspects of preventive maintenance. A recent comprehensive survey completed in August 2006 confirmed her overall condition as described in this listing, concluding that she "is considered structurally sound and satisfactory for its intended use at this time...and can be considered a reasonable marine and fire risk for cruising coastal and offshore waters." The survey can be made available upon inspection. "Ten Knots" is an excellent investment opportunity in a quality American-made yacht that is well-respected as a classic, economical to run, fully updated, and ready to cruise. Contact Lee Messina, CPYB listing agent at 941-365-9095 or cell 941-350-9020, or email inquiries to Lee, for your private showing.

Accomodations:
Step aboard "Ten Knots" and you'll find a spacious cockpit and wide side decks. Access to the interior is provided from three areas, the cockpit into the spacious master stateroom, port side deck into the Galley/Aft Salon, and via the starboard side deck next to the lower helm station/forward Salon. Enter the Salon from the port side door and the large L-shaped Dinette/Settee area with a double-leaf, free-standing mahogany table are in the aft starboard corner of the salon. The interior is finished in varnished mahogany, yet bright and light with large opening windows all around that have custom sunscreen shades and curtains. Track lighting fixtures ensure plenty of adjustable light at night. Three separate A/C systems are sized to maintain comfortable temperatures throughout the spacious interior. Forward of the dinette is a mahogany chest of drawers with a cabinet and counter top that serves as a communications center with Cell Phone Antenna Booster and SSB Radio, or can be used for additional Galley storage. Further Forward is the well-equipped Lower Helm Station with excellent 360 degree visibility. The Galley runs along the port side of the salon and includes a separate Refrigerator, Freezer, and Ice Maker, as well as a stove, oven, microwave, and large double sink. Forward of the Galley is a large Chart Drawer under a raised Entertainment Center. Enter the guest stateroom forward of the salon, down several steps of a hinged stairway that when raised up provides access to the engine room with a Bendix combination Washer/Dryer easily accessible to port under the Salon. Two stacked berths are to starboard and a mirrored vanity with a chest of three drawers is forward with a hanging locker to port. Opposite the twin berths is the entrance to the Guest Head, with vanity, sink, electric head with LectraSan Treatment System, and a fiberglass-lined Stall Shower. Aft of the Salon, down three stairs, is the Master Stateroom with a double beds aft in each corner, a nite stand with drawers between the berths, doubling as a step up to the aft companionway leading out to the Cockpit. Outboard to port, aft of the stairs to the salon, is a chest of five drawers and two large storage cabinets. The forward section of the Master Stateroom has two large louvered hanging wardrobe closets. The Master Head is to starboard and includes plenty of storage under and over the curved vanity with sink, electric head connected to a LectraSan Treatment System, and large bathtub within an enclosed Shower Stall with sliding glass doors.

Mechanical Equipment:
The clean and well-maintained engine room is easily accessible by lifting up the hinged stairs leading down to the Forward (Guest) Stateroom. An additional engine room inspection and access hatch is in the floor of the Salon. The twin 210HP 3208 Natural Caterpillar Diesels have low hours, are clean, professionally maintained, and economically burn approx. 8 Gal. per hour at a cruise speed of 12-14 knots. The Port engine was rebuilt in 1995 and the Starboard engine was replaced in 1995 with a factory-reconditioned model. Both engines have approximately 1,015 hours. The 8Kw Westerbeke GenSet was replaced in 1998 and has 1,035 hours. Additional equipment includes: Trim Tabs. 1 Spare 1.5" Shaft. 2 Spare 22x18 Props. Morse Engine Controls. Hynautic Hydraulic Steering System.

Galley:
The light, bright, and well-ventilated Galley is well-equipped for long-range cruising. Features include: Princess 3-burner electric Stove & Oven. Raritan Ice Maker. Double SS Sink. Plenty of drawers and storage cabinets. Whirlpool Refrigerator. Sub-Zero Freezer. H/C Pressure Water. 12 Gal. Engine/110VAC Hot Water Heater.

Electonics and Navigational Gear:
The Flybridge and Lower Steering Station are well-equipped with redundant navigation and communications systems suitable for offshore cruising. The Flybridge Helm includes: Icom M402 VHF Radio with DSC. Standard MP510012 VHF Radio. Raymarine ST5000 Autopilot. Interfaced w. GPS (2005). Garmin GPS Color Chartplotter 2010C (2003). JRC 2000 24-mile Radar. DataMarine Kodiak Digital Depth Finder. Danforth Constellation Compass. The Lower Helm includes: Standard Eclipse VHF Radio. Icom M2A Handheld VHF Radio. Icom M700 SSB Radio. Magellan FX324 Color Map GPS. Garmin 12 Handheld GPS. Datamarine LX Digital Depthfinder. Danforth Constellation Compass.

Electrical System:
The 12VDC and 110VAC electrical system is well-suited for comfort dockside and when underway. The main breaker panels are located next to the lower helm station and easily accessible and readable. The 12VDC system features: Two 8D batteries. Interior, cockpit, flybridge, and navigation lighting. LectraSan Type I USCG Approved. Marine Sanitary Treatment System. 3 MarineAir A/C Systems. Remote Control Searchlight. The 110VAC system features: One 50A 110VAC Power Cord. Westerbeke 8 Kw Generator (1998), 1,035 hours. 30A Automatic Battery Charger. Bendix Combination Washer/Dryer. 12 Gal. Hot Water Heater.

Deck and Hull Equipment:
The hull, superstructure, and decks are made of solid fiberglass and are in very good cosmetic and structural condition. The Hull is a modified-V-shape with a hard chine and skeg. Additional equipment includes: Sunbrella & Eisenglass Bimini on Flybridge. Sunbrella Bimini on Sundeck. Sunbrella Covers for Flybridge Seats. Ideal 12V Gypsy & Drum Windlass. 9.9' 1999 Zodiac Inflatable Dinghy. 4 HP Yamaha Outboard Motor. Delta 45# Fast Set Anchor with 200' 3/8" Chain. Bruce 35# Anchor with Chain & Nylon Rode. Danforth Anchor with Chain & Nylon Rode. Anchor & Deck Wash Down. Dinghy Davits Mounted on Swim Platform. Swim Platform w. Folding Swim Ladder.

Additional Equipment:
Safety Equipment: In addition to USCG required safety equipment, this inventory includes: EPIRB: ACR Satellite 405. Type IV Ring Buoy. FireBoy Automatic Halon System in Engine Room. Smoke Alarm. Xintex Carbon Monoxide Alarm. Two Rule 2000 Autmatic Bilge Pumps. Whale Gusher Manual Bilge Pump. Entertainment equipment includes: Sony AM/FM/CD Stereo & Speakers. Zenith 13" TV & VHS in Master SR. Motorola Cell Phone Antenna Extension. Panasonic 23" TV & VHS in Salon. RCA 13" TV & VHS in Guest SR. TV Antenna. Exclusions: Inventory and personal items onboard Ten Knots that are not listed in the specifications and inventory of this Listing Description are excluded.