Frances - Converted Crayboat
Currency
Length
47' 0" - 14.33m
Vessel Location
Perth WA
Launch Year
1963
Hull Material
Timber
A rare opportunity to own a beautifully refurbished 47ft Jarrah planked Frenchs design converted cray boat. This vessel has been meticulously upgraded and maintained over the past 7 years, with significant work completed. Currently berthed at RFBYC, with use of a licensed mooring in Narrow Neck (protected western end). The boat has just had an out of water survey completed.
? Key Features & Recent Upgrades
o Hull & Structure: Jarrah planked, fibreglass deck & superstructure. Hull timber inspected, with any unsatisfactory members replaced or strengthened by a qualified shipwright.
o Engine & Systems:
o Reconditioned Detroit 671 Diesel with new exhaust & muffler
o Reconditioned Allison gearbox with oil sump
o New propeller
o New bow & stern thrusters (stern thruster currently not operational)
o New fuel tanks & plumbing (~1000L)
o New water tanks & plumbing (500L) + desalination plant (100L/hr)
o Two automatic bilge pumps + alarms & vacuum pumps (3 zones)
o Power & Electronics:
o Onan generator (5 years old)
o 30A main charger + 3 additional chargers
o 240V Inverter, 1000Ah house batteries (24v), start & backup batteries (24v)
o 3x 24v to 12v step-down transformers
o Dual solar charging systems
o All new DC & certified AC wiring (tinned copper, heat shrink, breakers, GFCI)
o Starlink communications
o Lowrance sounder/plotter, Raymarine plotter & autopilot, Floscan fuel monitoring
o Battery monitoring, VHF, EPIRB, extinguishers, flares, life jackets
o Anchoring & Deck Gear:
o Muir winch with chain counter
o Main anchor (all chain rode) + 2 secondary anchors (chain & rode)
o Large stainless steel electric BBQ on UV-stabilised stone top
o Wide swim platform, inflatable trampoline (6m diameter)
o Accommodation & Comfort:
o Master cabin with King bed (full width below saloon)
o Queen double (upper deck)
o Two lounges in saloon convert to double beds
o Galley with stone tops, drawer fridge, 2 x dual chest fridge/freezers, Evakool deck drinks fridge
o Electric toilet, shower, vanity
o Dishwasher, washing machine, ice maker, Nespresso coffee machine, soda stream, toaster, range hood, convection microwave, 4-burner glass cooktop
o Under-bench water filtration
o Entertainment:
o Smart TV in saloon (Starlink WiFi) + TV in master cabin
o Fusion Bluetooth marine stereo with speakers (saloon, aft deck, upper deck)
o TV splitter/amplifier & digital booster
o Additional Upgrades:
o Two hot water systems
o Painted internal & external
o Ample pantry & storage space
? Location: RFBYC, with use of a licensed mooring at Narrow Neck
This is a turnkey vessel, equally suited for extended cruising, entertaining, or liveaboard comfort. With significant investment in mechanical, electrical, and lifestyle upgrades, it represents excellent value for anyone seeking a reliable, fully-equipped classic conversion.
Contact Jon today on for more info or to arrange an inspection!
? Key Features & Recent Upgrades
o Hull & Structure: Jarrah planked, fibreglass deck & superstructure. Hull timber inspected, with any unsatisfactory members replaced or strengthened by a qualified shipwright.
o Engine & Systems:
o Reconditioned Detroit 671 Diesel with new exhaust & muffler
o Reconditioned Allison gearbox with oil sump
o New propeller
o New bow & stern thrusters (stern thruster currently not operational)
o New fuel tanks & plumbing (~1000L)
o New water tanks & plumbing (500L) + desalination plant (100L/hr)
o Two automatic bilge pumps + alarms & vacuum pumps (3 zones)
o Power & Electronics:
o Onan generator (5 years old)
o 30A main charger + 3 additional chargers
o 240V Inverter, 1000Ah house batteries (24v), start & backup batteries (24v)
o 3x 24v to 12v step-down transformers
o Dual solar charging systems
o All new DC & certified AC wiring (tinned copper, heat shrink, breakers, GFCI)
o Starlink communications
o Lowrance sounder/plotter, Raymarine plotter & autopilot, Floscan fuel monitoring
o Battery monitoring, VHF, EPIRB, extinguishers, flares, life jackets
o Anchoring & Deck Gear:
o Muir winch with chain counter
o Main anchor (all chain rode) + 2 secondary anchors (chain & rode)
o Large stainless steel electric BBQ on UV-stabilised stone top
o Wide swim platform, inflatable trampoline (6m diameter)
o Accommodation & Comfort:
o Master cabin with King bed (full width below saloon)
o Queen double (upper deck)
o Two lounges in saloon convert to double beds
o Galley with stone tops, drawer fridge, 2 x dual chest fridge/freezers, Evakool deck drinks fridge
o Electric toilet, shower, vanity
o Dishwasher, washing machine, ice maker, Nespresso coffee machine, soda stream, toaster, range hood, convection microwave, 4-burner glass cooktop
o Under-bench water filtration
o Entertainment:
o Smart TV in saloon (Starlink WiFi) + TV in master cabin
o Fusion Bluetooth marine stereo with speakers (saloon, aft deck, upper deck)
o TV splitter/amplifier & digital booster
o Additional Upgrades:
o Two hot water systems
o Painted internal & external
o Ample pantry & storage space
? Location: RFBYC, with use of a licensed mooring at Narrow Neck
This is a turnkey vessel, equally suited for extended cruising, entertaining, or liveaboard comfort. With significant investment in mechanical, electrical, and lifestyle upgrades, it represents excellent value for anyone seeking a reliable, fully-equipped classic conversion.
Contact Jon today on for more info or to arrange an inspection!
Price
AU $117,000 Ono
Vessel Name
SAN Pasquale
Launch Year
1963
Length
47' 0" - 14.33m
Vessel Location
Perth Wa
Region
Western Australia
Use
Family, Leisure, Cruising
HIN
AU-TWA033136BQ5
Registration
AN946
Rego Expiry
15/01/2026
Designer
Frenchs
Hull Material
Timber
Decks Material
Fibreglass
Engine
Rebuilt Detroit 671 diesel
Engine Make
Detroit
Number Engines
1
Horsepower
250
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
200 since rebuild
Max Speed
8 knots
Cruise Speed
7 knots
Thrusters
Bow and Stern
Genset
Onan
Fuel
1000L
CONTACT DETAILS
Name
Jack Italiano
Telephone
Perth WA
Australia
Australia