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THE GREAT GATSBY YACHT - CHARLES NICHOLSON 60' CLASSIC KETCH
Estimated price for orientation: 1 850 000 $
Category: Sailboats
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Description Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition
Star of The Great Gatsby movie. 1924 Hurrica was restored with 9 men working for 7 years by Australia's highest reputation boatyard, completed 2011. Impeccable restoration which has made a better than new yacht. New masts from UK. Fantastic history including armed with machine guns and depth sounders for WW2. Easy to sail with up to date systems, bowthruster and even electric winches. All modern amenities, even a washing machine. 8 berths in 4 cabins. There is nothing like Hurrica in the southern hemisphere. Will teach to sail. 60 ft on deck.See WWW.HURRICA-V.COM or email for brochureFollowing inspection at the Wooden Boat Festival in Hobart, marine historian Bruce Stannard enthused “I have seen some amazing restorations over the years, but this was something quite extraordinary. She is a tribute to her owner, his vision and his perseverance. She is without doubt among the finest vessels of her type in the world”.This yacht has been featured heavily in media, and is also listed for sale as part of the national Garage Sale Trail: https://www.garagesaletrail.com.au/sale/great-gatsby-yacht-charles-nicholson-60-classic-ketchDaily Telegraph: http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/newslocal/manly-daily/historic-yacht-which-featured-in-the-great-gatsby-and-served-in-second-world-war-on-offer-at-garage-sale/news-story/650f0f2e345e7a96daf1b5ceed6c0290
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| Condition: | Used: An item that has been used previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition |
Star of The Great Gatsby movie. 1924 Hurrica was restored with 9 men working for 7 years by Australia's highest reputation boatyard, completed 2011. Impeccable restoration which has made a better than new yacht. New masts from UK. Fantastic history including armed with machine guns and depth sounders for WW2. Easy to sail with up to date systems, bowthruster and even electric winches. All modern amenities, even a washing machine. 8 berths in 4 cabins. There is nothing like Hurrica in the southern hemisphere. Will teach to sail. 60 ft on deck.See WWW.HURRICA-V.COM or email for brochureFollowing inspection at the Wooden Boat Festival in Hobart, marine historian Bruce Stannard enthused “I have seen some amazing restorations over the years, but this was something quite extraordinary. She is a tribute to her owner, his vision and his perseverance. She is without doubt among the finest vessels of her type in the world”.This yacht has been featured heavily in media, and is also listed for sale as part of the national Garage Sale Trail: https://www.garagesaletrail.com.au/sale/great-gatsby-yacht-charles-nicholson-60-classic-ketchDaily Telegraph: http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/newslocal/manly-daily/historic-yacht-which-featured-in-the-great-gatsby-and-served-in-second-world-war-on-offer-at-garage-sale/news-story/650f0f2e345e7a96daf1b5ceed6c0290