Dufour 445 Grand Large - Sieze the Day!
Currency
Length
44' 3" - 13.50m
Vessel Location
Manly, Brisbane
Launch Year
2012
Hull Material
Fibreglass/GRP
Sailing performance, comfort, and elegance. Dufour have a reputation as a designer and manufacturer of elegant, high quality yachts and this Grand'Large 445 would suit any buyer looking for a quality well optioned and well maintained 45' yacht.
3 cabin version with master ensuite, huge entertaining cockpit and new covers, ideal for families, live-aboard or comfortable cruising. Dufour yachts rarely come on the market due to their popularity with owners. The French styling, easy handling, comfortable ride and spacious layout inside and out is sure to please the most discerning yacht owner.
This beautifully presented 2012 Dufour 445 Grand'Large represents a great opportunity to own a superb cruising yacht that's been well looked after, with some recent upgrades including all new canvas covers from bow to stern, fresh anti-foul, and standing rigging tune. It's all done, and ready for you to sail away for the Summer.
3 double cabins. 2 ensuite heads (one 50L holding tank), interior finished in noble Moabi timber, underfloor wine cellar. In such a vessel you can cruise the coast or cross oceans safely and in complete comfort. This Dufour 445 presents the very best in French Yacht design and quality, with many recent upgrades. Very well optioned with Raymarine electronics, 2 x chart plotters, tri-data, auto-pilot, AIS, VHF, Bow-thrusters, Bimini/infill/dodger, heater, salt or fresh-water flush head, 75hp Volvo engine with turbo, tender/outboard, solar panels, gas BBQ, bow sail locker and much more.
*Full Ablative Anti-foul / Prop speed / Anodes, plus hull polish JULY 2024
"Carpe Diem II" is comprehensively equipped and presents in outstanding condition. The wide beam enhances stability and creates ample space above and below deck. A couple will handle this vessel around the marina or at sea safely and efficiently.
*Primary winches are within easy reach of the wheels and the Raymarine autopilot allows a solo watch-keeper to lookout and trim.
*Large cockpit perfect for entertaining friends and family, with twin helms, fold-down cockpit table, seat cushions and opening transom for great marina and swimming access. Swim deck with swim ladder and hot/cold shower. Ample cockpit protection from sun/spray/rain provided by large bimini/spray dodger plus removable in-fill and side flaps.
*Sail management systems including reefing are all handled from the cockpit.
*Carpe Diem II is also fitted with a bow thruster, making docking just that little bit less stressful.
*Accommodation is all about light, space and comfort - from cockpit living (with table/BBQ) to below deck spaces with three private cabins and a magnificent linear starboard galley with ample storsge and spacious counter tops.
*A 75 hp turbo Volvo Penta engine powers the vessel through the chop smoothly and economically.
Sieze the day! CALL SHANE to arrange an inspection.
3 cabin version with master ensuite, huge entertaining cockpit and new covers, ideal for families, live-aboard or comfortable cruising. Dufour yachts rarely come on the market due to their popularity with owners. The French styling, easy handling, comfortable ride and spacious layout inside and out is sure to please the most discerning yacht owner.
This beautifully presented 2012 Dufour 445 Grand'Large represents a great opportunity to own a superb cruising yacht that's been well looked after, with some recent upgrades including all new canvas covers from bow to stern, fresh anti-foul, and standing rigging tune. It's all done, and ready for you to sail away for the Summer.
3 double cabins. 2 ensuite heads (one 50L holding tank), interior finished in noble Moabi timber, underfloor wine cellar. In such a vessel you can cruise the coast or cross oceans safely and in complete comfort. This Dufour 445 presents the very best in French Yacht design and quality, with many recent upgrades. Very well optioned with Raymarine electronics, 2 x chart plotters, tri-data, auto-pilot, AIS, VHF, Bow-thrusters, Bimini/infill/dodger, heater, salt or fresh-water flush head, 75hp Volvo engine with turbo, tender/outboard, solar panels, gas BBQ, bow sail locker and much more.
*Full Ablative Anti-foul / Prop speed / Anodes, plus hull polish JULY 2024
"Carpe Diem II" is comprehensively equipped and presents in outstanding condition. The wide beam enhances stability and creates ample space above and below deck. A couple will handle this vessel around the marina or at sea safely and efficiently.
*Primary winches are within easy reach of the wheels and the Raymarine autopilot allows a solo watch-keeper to lookout and trim.
*Large cockpit perfect for entertaining friends and family, with twin helms, fold-down cockpit table, seat cushions and opening transom for great marina and swimming access. Swim deck with swim ladder and hot/cold shower. Ample cockpit protection from sun/spray/rain provided by large bimini/spray dodger plus removable in-fill and side flaps.
*Sail management systems including reefing are all handled from the cockpit.
*Carpe Diem II is also fitted with a bow thruster, making docking just that little bit less stressful.
*Accommodation is all about light, space and comfort - from cockpit living (with table/BBQ) to below deck spaces with three private cabins and a magnificent linear starboard galley with ample storsge and spacious counter tops.
*A 75 hp turbo Volvo Penta engine powers the vessel through the chop smoothly and economically.
Sieze the day! CALL SHANE to arrange an inspection.
Price
AU $340,000 Reduced
Vessel Name
Carpe Diem II
Launch Year
2012
Length
44' 3" - 13.50m
Beam
4.34m
Draft
2.2m
Displacement
10700 kg approx.
Keel / Ballast
Fin Keel with lead bulb. Ballast 3000 Kg approx.
Vessel Location
Manly, Brisbane
Region
Queensland
Use
Family, Leisure, Cruising
HIN
FRDUFF0674J213
Registration
TTT01Q
Rego Expiry
20/04/2025
Designer
Umberto Felci and Dufour Yachts Design
Builder
Dufour Yachts
Hull Material
Fibreglass/GRP
Decks Material
Teak & Fibreglass
Engine
75 hp Volvo Penta D2-75 (4-cylinders). Propulsion: Sail-drive. Engine compartment with all-around access. Engine serviced in accordance with manufacturers recommendations. Last FULL SERVICE MARCH 2023 (2500 hours) Extensive tools and engine spares included.
Engine Make
Volvo Penta
Number Engines
1
Horsepower
75hp turbo
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
2585 at time of listing
Fuel Consumption
3.5L/hr
Max Speed
8 knots under motor.
Cruise Speed
6 knots
Propulsion
Saildrive with feathering propeller.
Thrusters
Bow thruster (2 x 140 AH AGM batteries, NEW 2021)
Fuel
250
Water
2 x 285L
Dinghy
Aquacraft 250AD Air Deck NEW 2023
Outboard
3hp Yamaha, full service March 2023
Covers
ALL NEW 2023 in stylish charcoal premium marine canvas
Spray dodger with covers for clears
Large Bimini
Infill with cover for clears
Dinghy cover
Boom bag
Cockpit table cover
Wheel covers.
BBQ cover
Outboard cover
Cockpit seat cushions
Spray dodger with covers for clears
Large Bimini
Infill with cover for clears
Dinghy cover
Boom bag
Cockpit table cover
Wheel covers.
BBQ cover
Outboard cover
Cockpit seat cushions
Accommodation
The long wide sheltered cockpit with dropleaf table, cushions and swim deck BBQ is very much a part of the living space. Eating, entertaining or just kicking back the crew will enjoy topside living. Then step below. The first impressions are WOW! Plenty of light on the timber fit-out, masses of space and such a functional layout. There are private double cabins on either side of the companionway (the engine behind). To port is a private bathroom/ensuite. To starboard is the nav station. Forward is the fully equipped galley strategically located opposite the U shaped dinette (table drops to provide an occasional double berth). Forward of the bulkhead is the big owner's cabin with ensuite (with separate dedicated full-size stand-up shower). There is plenty of storage above and below the deck. NEW foam mattresses in Master and Starboard cabins 2022.
Cabins
3 cabins
Berths
4 Double berths (including saloon occasional berth)
Shower
3 x Hot/cold showers (bathrooms and cockpit)
Toilet
2 x quiet electric flush toilets (one with 50L holding tank and salt or freshwater flush option).
Entertainment
Englaon bulkhead mounted 24" Smart LED TV/DVD combo.
Fusion sound system with interior and exterior speakers.
Fusion sound system with interior and exterior speakers.
Air-Con
Webasto diesel Cabin Heater
Galley
The linear galley runs down the starboard side offering plenty of benchtop food preparation area and storage drawers and lockers above, behind and below. The comprehensive equipment list includes a gimbaled three-burner stove/oven, a big capacity refrigerator with both top and front-loading access, a built-in garbage bin and twin stainless steel sinks with a hot/cold mixer tap plus foot-operated saltwater rinse tap.
Crockery and cutlery are included. Original 20pc Dufour branded dining set.
Crockery and cutlery are included. Original 20pc Dufour branded dining set.
Refrigeration
Large (huge capacity) top/front load fridge.
Stove
3-burner gas stove with oven and grill; 800 watt microwave; swim deck BBQ (Gas cert Feb 2023)
Water-Maker
*optional (not included) Rainman portable reverse osmosis 70 LPH ULP watermaker *NEW PUMP 2023
Hot Water
Heat exchanger / shore power 50 litre water heater.
Ground Tackle
Quick 12v Windlass with remote.
Manson Supreme 27kg anchor on 70 metres of 8mm chain.
Backup plough anchor.
Manson Supreme 27kg anchor on 70 metres of 8mm chain.
Backup plough anchor.
Safety Gear
MOB Horseshoe buoy.
Jacklines and tethers.
SOS Danbuoy self-inflating man overboard system
Burke Marine Bosun's chair
Jacklines and tethers.
SOS Danbuoy self-inflating man overboard system
Burke Marine Bosun's chair
Bilge Pumps
Manual & electric bilge pumps.
Life Raft
Roaring 40's 6-person life raft. Out of service.
Epirb
406 EPIRB
Life Jackets
4x L100 Foam PFD Yellow
Flares
YES (current at date of listing).
Fire Protection
Manual Extinguishers
Electrics
All AGM Batteries: 4 x 140ah House batteries (new 2019). 1x 140ah dedicated Starter battery (NEW 2023).
2000 watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter.
2 x 140-watt Solar panels with monitor/regulator.
Smart battery charger.
Shore power.
ELECTRIC UPGRADE 2022 - all 240V points automatically switch between shore/inverter, emergency switch starter to house batteries, new Victron battery monitor
2000 watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter.
2 x 140-watt Solar panels with monitor/regulator.
Smart battery charger.
Shore power.
ELECTRIC UPGRADE 2022 - all 240V points automatically switch between shore/inverter, emergency switch starter to house batteries, new Victron battery monitor
Electronics / Navigation
Raymarine Instruments include...
Nav station: Multi-function E125 Chart Plotter/Radar. Navionics for Aus, South Pacific.
Helm: E7 Hybridtouch Chartplotter,
Wind, Depth.
Rayman Auto-pilot
VHF Radio.
Steering compasses at each helm.
Barometer
Ship's clock.
Nav station: Multi-function E125 Chart Plotter/Radar. Navionics for Aus, South Pacific.
Helm: E7 Hybridtouch Chartplotter,
Wind, Depth.
Rayman Auto-pilot
VHF Radio.
Steering compasses at each helm.
Barometer
Ship's clock.
Sail Inventory
Sails are in good condition.
Main: Slab-reefing, (single line from the cockpit). Single and double reef options.
110% furling genoa. Spare 130% genoa in excellent condition.
Main: Slab-reefing, (single line from the cockpit). Single and double reef options.
110% furling genoa. Spare 130% genoa in excellent condition.
Mast / Rigging
Alloy Spars.
S/S Standing rigging new 2019. Full tune July 2024.
Bowsprit
Whisker pole
Facnor ribbon furler on the forestay.
Lazy jacks.
Sail controls all lead to cockpit.
S/S Standing rigging new 2019. Full tune July 2024.
Bowsprit
Whisker pole
Facnor ribbon furler on the forestay.
Lazy jacks.
Sail controls all lead to cockpit.
Deck Gear
Lewmar sheet and halyard winches.
Dropside cockpit table.
Sovereign S/S BBQ
S/S swim ladder.
Cockpit cushions
Full set of fenders and step fender
Dropside cockpit table.
Sovereign S/S BBQ
S/S swim ladder.
Cockpit cushions
Full set of fenders and step fender
Remarks
Not included (For sale by negotiation)...
* Watermaker. Rainman portable reverse osmosis 70 LPH watermaker. ULP (new pump 2023) $5800
* 2 x self-inflating life jackets PFD150 with tethers (new 2022 - Crewfit 180Pro, Marlin 150) $300
* 2 x Stand up Paddle boards (new 2022) $1500
* 2 x Marine helm folding/adjustable cushioned seats $400
* Watermaker. Rainman portable reverse osmosis 70 LPH watermaker. ULP (new pump 2023) $5800
* 2 x self-inflating life jackets PFD150 with tethers (new 2022 - Crewfit 180Pro, Marlin 150) $300
* 2 x Stand up Paddle boards (new 2022) $1500
* 2 x Marine helm folding/adjustable cushioned seats $400
CONTACT DETAILS
Name
Shane Heaton
Telephone
Brisbane Queensland
Australia
Australia