1980 Formosa Cutter 44 Spindrift

Features

Cabin Lighting, Cabinets, Dinette, Freezer, Hanging Locker, Head, Heat, Microwave, Nav Station, Port Holes, Pressurized Water System, Refrigerator, Salon, Settee, Shower, Sink - Galley, Stateroom - Aft, Stateroom - Forward, Stateroom - Mid Berth, Stove / Oven, Window Treatments, Mirror, Bottom Paint Antifouling, Anchor, Anchor Locker, Anchor Rode, Cleats - Fixed, Cockpit Seating, Non-Skid Deck, Propane Tanks, Rub Rails, Self Bailing Cockpit, Spreader Lights, Steering Wheel, Swim Ladder ( Stern ), Toe Rail, Transom - Closed, Windlass, Windlass Locker, Bow Pulpit, Bow Rail, Compartment Storage, 110v Ac Outlets, 12 V Dc Outlets, Ac Electric Panel, Battery Switch, Battery Tender, Circuit Breaker Panel, Courtesy Lights, Inverter, Number of Batteries, Shore Power, Shower Sump Pump, Solar Panel, Stereo, Tachometer, Water Heater, Bilge Pump, Engine Alarms, Holding Tanks, Macerator, Rudder, Throttle/Shift, Mech, Water Tanks, Autopilot, Compass, Covers - Display, GPS Antenna, GPS/ Fishfinder/ Plotter, Masthead Light, Navigation Lights, Radar Dome, Vhf, Vhf Antenna, Wind Instrument, Backstay, Blocks, Boom, Chain Plates, Forestay, Lifelines, Mast, Rigging Hardware, Running Rigging, Sloop Rig, Standing Rigging, Traveler, Winches - Manual, Emergency Tiller, Gas/Fume Detector, High Bilge Water Alarm, Propane Storage Locker, Sump Pump, Covers - Sail, Main Sail, Roller Furling Jib, Staysail

Additional Comments

Stock #307204 - Most of the Work Is Done!! Lots of Upgrades and Improvements!! Tune the Rigging and Sail Away!!Are you looking for a spacious liveaboard that can easily sleep 5-6 people comfortably? This 1980 Formosa Spindrift 44 is your answer.The current owner searched for over three years to find this specific make/model. Since owning it he has worked tirelessly 6 years to restore and upgrade her. Unfortunately, although much of the work is done, his health prevents him from finishing the task.... (read more) She is cutter rigged with the furling forestay on the bowsprit and a staysail boom. The sail inventory includes a mainsail and roller furling jib that has not been used since they came out of the sail shop after being restitched/reconditioned. There is also a hank on staysail that appears to be in serviceable condition.Having the standing rigging checked and R&Rd by a certified rigger is still on the "To Do" list. All the running rigging is new, with the exception of a couple of lines, and the new line is on a spool below to complete those.Ground tackle includes a new Vulcan 25KG with 300' of 3/8 BB chain. There is also a 60# CQR with 20' chain and 1" rode (total rode unknown). There is a Maxwell horizontal windlass with chain gypsy and rode drum.Electric power, in addition to shore power, is provided by two (2) Solarever Photovoltaic 315W panels flowing through an Outback Flexmax controller and feeding four (4) 100Ah AGM batteries. Additionally, there are two (2) Duracell SL34 MAGM batteries and two (2) flooded lead acid batteries (motor start).Navigation and communication equipment were all replaced in March of 2021 and all connected via a NEMA 200 backbone. These include Garmin Autopilot, chartplotter, and radar. There is also a Standard Horizon 25W Matrix VHF and a Standard Horizon Eclipse GX1400 VHF. All equipment boxes and documentation are still on board. There is also a Pro Mariner ProSport 12 battery charger and a Schumacher 2000W power converter.When not under sail power is provided by a Ford Lehman 80HP diesel engine pushing a Borg Warner Velvet Drive transmission. With the 300 gal fuel the range of this vessel is significant. The engine has a new water pump, fuel pump, starter, alternator, and damper plate. The heat exchanger and oil cooler have been cleaned and serviced and there is a new fuel polishing system installed.Below the boat is very spacious. The galley has a double well stainless steel sink, a Force 10 stove/oven, and a microwave. The original refrigerator/freezer space is being currently used for storage, although the refrigeration unit is still there, and there is a stand-alone refrigerator and a stand-alone freezer.There is a Dickinson heater (diesel) and a residential window air conditioner that is easily removed.There is space to sleep 5-6, and 2 heads. Currently, the aft head is being used for storage. There is a considerable amount of storage.Outside, the bottom and the hull above the water line were painted about two years ago and are in good condition.The top deck is wide open with wires leading to turn buckles anchored to outward chainplates. The top deck appears to be in good condition with no "soft spots" noted. However, it is due for a paint job and all of the brightwork needs to be oiled.If your looking for a full-time live aboard, or just a comfortable, stable cruiser, this full keel 1980 Formosa Spindrift 44 could be just the boat you're searching for. Living your sailing dreams is in reach. Don't miss this opportunity!!Please submit any and ALL offers - your offer may be accepted! Submit your offer today!Reason for selling is health issues.At Pop Yachts, we will always provide you with a TRUE representation of every vessel we market. We encourage all buyers to schedule a survey for an independent analysis. Any offer to purchase is ALWAYS subject to satisfactory survey results.You have questions? We have answers. Call us at (941) 538-7803 to discuss this boat.Selling your boat has never been easier. At Pop Yachts, we literally sell thousands of units every year all over the country. Call (855) 218-2805 and we'll get started selling your boat today.Take a look at ALL ***234 PICTURES*** of this vessel, AND A VIDEO, on our main website at POPSELLS DOT COM. We appreciate that you took your time to look at our advertisement and we look forward to speaking with you! Every effort has been made to accurately describe this vessel. However, it is a 44 year old sailing vessel and your buying decision should be solely based on your own experience and expertise or that of a qualified marine surveyor. Ask for Keith DuVernay.

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