Lux Custom Boats 66 Just Listed

Welcome aboard The Impossible Machine. Originally launched in 1966, this classic wooden sailing vessel was designed by Kurt Oehlman built by the at the Louw & Halvorsen shipyard in Cape Town SA to be used as a training vessel for the South African Navy. In 2020, her current owner commissioned a major refit, transforming her into the proud ocean voyager she is today. Upgrades included the installation of a brand-new 225hp John Deere diesel engine with a new turbo and gearbox oil cooler, all-new through-hull fittings, a fully replaced rudder and hydraulic system, and the removal and servicing of both masts with new stainless-steel rod rigging. In 2022, her topsides and antifoul were renewed, completing her rejuvenation. This extensive refit prepared her for the adventure of a lifetime - sailing from South Africa to Brazil to compete in the 2023 Cape to Rio Race. At the helm was her owner, Ard Matthews - renowned South African musician, songwriter, and lead vocalist of the band Just Jinjer - who then continued his voyage north to the Caribbean. In recent years, The Impossible Machine has also served as a sailing and yacht-training platform for the Paper Boat Academy, offering aspiring mariners the skills and experience to launch careers in the yachting industry. Additional Information
Accommodation
Seating Capacity: 15

Total Cabins: 4

Total Sleeps: 15

Total Heads: 2

Bunk Length: Average 6 ft

Headroom: 7 ft

Interior Comforts and Amenities
Refrigeration: Snowmaster 12V

Freezer: Same as fridge

Stove/Oven: Force 10,3-burner propane

Propane Shut-off Valve: Yes

Vented Propane Locker: Yes

Propane Tanks: Steel

Air Conditioner: Yes, (2) units (1 portable, RV/household type)

Heater: No

First Aid Kit: Yes

Electronics and Navigation
Radar: Yes, condition unknown

Depth Sounder: (2) units (Raymarine analog + newer B&G)

Primary VHF Radio: Yes

AIS: Receiving & transmitting

EPIRB: Yes

Chart Plotters: B&G Vulcan, old analog Raymarine

Autopilot: CPT analog

Navigation: Lots of paper charts and sextant

Electrical Systems
Primary Anchor: CQR 55,120 lbs, 100 m galvanized 13 mm chain

Secondary Anchor: CQR, same as primary

Full Deck Awning: Canvas over mizzen boom

Cockpit Cushions: Waterproof plastic

Life Raft: 12-person, needs service

Dinghy Davits: Yes

Navigation Lights: Yes

Deck Washdown System: Yes

Deck and Hull Equipment
Primary Anchor: CQR 55,120 lbs, 100 m galvanized 13 mm chain

Secondary Anchor: CQR, same as primary

Full Deck Awning: Canvas over mizzen boom

Cockpit Cushions: Waterproof plastic

Life Raft: 12-person, needs service

Dinghy Davits: Yes

Navigation Lights: Yes

Deck Washdown System: Yes

Sails and Rigging
Main Mast: Aluminum

Mizzen Mast: Aluminum

Roller Furling for Main: Yes

Spinnaker: Yes, torn

Sail Area: 200 m²

Standing Rigging: Rod rigging (New 2020)

Chain Plates: Stainless (Approx. 5 years old)

Mast Winches: Lewmar, not self-tailing

Cockpit Winches: Self-tailing for mainsheet + (2) for jib sheets

Lifelines: Dyneema

Mainsail: Ulman (2023)

Staysail: North Sails (2022)

Mizzen: Original (Good condition)

Genoa: Original with new UV cover from North

Mechanical Equipment
Engine: John Deere, 215 HP, inboard, direct drive (March 2020)

Propeller Type: Pitched, bronze

Engine Hours: 300 - 400 (Port)

Manual Bilge Pump: Yes

Electric Bilge Pump: Yes

Steering: Hydraulic, new oil and pipes (8 months ago)

Emergency Tiller: Yes

Bilge Blowers: Engine only

Engine Info
Engine: John Deere, 215 HP, inboard, direct drive (March 2020)

Propeller Type: Pitched, bronze

Engine Hours: 300 - 400 (Port)

Tankage
Diesel Capacity: 3,600 liters (Dual steel tanks)

Fresh Water Capacity: 2,000 liters (1) aluminum (1) plastic)

Holding Tank: (1) plastic, capacity unknown

Owners Comments and Boat HistorySee Instagram: Impossible Machine, formerly known as Howard Davies, was built in 1966 by the Louw and Halvorsen shipyard to be used as a training vessel for the South African Navy. The boat was designed by Kurt Oehlmann, who designed numerous wooden yachts between 1958 and 1980. She was more recently purchased by Ard Mathews, a South African musician and captain, who commissioned a major refit from 2020 - 2023. During that time, he changed the name to The Impossible Machine and went on to cross the Atlantic while competing in the Cape to Rio Race of 2023. He then cruised the Caribbean and has left her in the Dominican Republic, where she is now for sale.

Mechanical Disclaimer
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

Disclaimer
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.