Jade
Currency
Length
49' 3" - 15.00m
Vessel Location
Manly
Launch Year
1982 approximate
Hull Material
Aluminium
FOR SALE: The Iconic Yacht 'DRINA' - Expressions of Interest
Are you a passionate sailor or boat restorer with a vision for bringing a classic vessel back to life? The Drina, a 50-foot aluminum ketch with a storied history of ocean adventures, is now seeking her next custodian to restore her to her former glory.
About Drina:The Drina is no ordinary yacht; she is a vessel steeped in history, having circumnavigated the globe with her previous owners on a remarkable journey of exploration and resilience. She has been lovingly held within the same family for an incredible 43 years, under the stewardship of accomplished skipper and master mariner Michael Thurston. Her most recent damage occurred during her last passage through the challenging Southern Ocean, a testament to her adventurous spirit and her capacity for great voyages. Now resting in Queensland, Drina awaits someone who sees her potential and is ready to embark on a new chapter of restoration and adventure.
Adding to her legacy, Drina was the inspiration behind the book Dolphins at Sunset by Elizabeth Thurston. This captivating memoir chronicles the Thurston family's circumnavigation of the globe aboard Drina, offering readers a glimpse into their extraordinary journey and the indomitable spirit of this iconic yacht.
Drina has circumnavigated the globe more than once and is one of the very few Yachts to have completed the NORTHWEST PASSAGE and Southern Ocean. Her sailing history is remarkable.
Key Features:
Length: 50 feet
Design: Aluminum ketch - built to handle both idyllic anchorages and challenging seas
Location: Queensland, Australia
Condition: Requires work and restoration.
What She Needs:
Extensive repairs to Rigging, fittings, and interior.
A passionate sailor or restorer who can see the beauty in breathing life back into a vessel with a rich history.
Why Drina? This is your chance to own a piece of maritime history. With the right care and expertise, Drina has the potential to become a seaworthy vessel once more, ready to explore distant shores or serve as a stunning centerpiece of your marina.
Expressions of Interest:
We are inviting expressions of interest from those who are serious about restoration and passionate about sailing. Drina is priced accordingly for her current condition, making this a unique opportunity to acquire a vessel with enormous potential.
For further details or to arrange an inspection please get in touch.
Are you a passionate sailor or boat restorer with a vision for bringing a classic vessel back to life? The Drina, a 50-foot aluminum ketch with a storied history of ocean adventures, is now seeking her next custodian to restore her to her former glory.
About Drina:The Drina is no ordinary yacht; she is a vessel steeped in history, having circumnavigated the globe with her previous owners on a remarkable journey of exploration and resilience. She has been lovingly held within the same family for an incredible 43 years, under the stewardship of accomplished skipper and master mariner Michael Thurston. Her most recent damage occurred during her last passage through the challenging Southern Ocean, a testament to her adventurous spirit and her capacity for great voyages. Now resting in Queensland, Drina awaits someone who sees her potential and is ready to embark on a new chapter of restoration and adventure.
Adding to her legacy, Drina was the inspiration behind the book Dolphins at Sunset by Elizabeth Thurston. This captivating memoir chronicles the Thurston family's circumnavigation of the globe aboard Drina, offering readers a glimpse into their extraordinary journey and the indomitable spirit of this iconic yacht.
Drina has circumnavigated the globe more than once and is one of the very few Yachts to have completed the NORTHWEST PASSAGE and Southern Ocean. Her sailing history is remarkable.
Key Features:
Length: 50 feet
Design: Aluminum ketch - built to handle both idyllic anchorages and challenging seas
Location: Queensland, Australia
Condition: Requires work and restoration.
What She Needs:
Extensive repairs to Rigging, fittings, and interior.
A passionate sailor or restorer who can see the beauty in breathing life back into a vessel with a rich history.
Why Drina? This is your chance to own a piece of maritime history. With the right care and expertise, Drina has the potential to become a seaworthy vessel once more, ready to explore distant shores or serve as a stunning centerpiece of your marina.
Expressions of Interest:
We are inviting expressions of interest from those who are serious about restoration and passionate about sailing. Drina is priced accordingly for her current condition, making this a unique opportunity to acquire a vessel with enormous potential.
For further details or to arrange an inspection please get in touch.
Vessel Name
DRINA
Launch Year
1982 approximate
Length
49' 3" - 15.00m
Vessel Location
Manly
Region
Queensland
Use
Family, Leisure, Cruising
Designer
French
Hull Material
Aluminium
Berths
4
Toilet
1
Galley
Timber
Water-Maker
No
CONTACT DETAILS
Name
Drina Elizabeth THURSTON
Telephone
Wirrinya NSW
Australia
Australia