Forget the waiting lists and mooring stress. This is your immediate "Bach in the Bay." On offer is Nomad V, a 1965 John Lidgard 43ft Kauri Motorsailer, paired with a prime 12m berth at Opua Marina (C29) with a highly sought-after lease through to 2049.
THE BOAT: Nomad V Nomad V is a masterclass in Lidgard design—built for comfort, volume, and serious coastal cruising. Cherished by the same family for over 40 years, she is a Triple-Skin 3/8" Kauri masterpiece, glassed for longevity and strength. Spacious Layout: Unique Center-Cockpit design featuring 3 cabins and a rare 3-shower configuration (Forward, Aft, and Deck), offering unmatched privacy and convenience for families or guests. Solid Engineering: Powered by a reliable 90hp Ford Diesel (1980s), cruising comfortably at 6.5 knots with a massive refrigeration capacity (11 cu ft freezer) for extended stays at anchor.Ready to Sail, Masthead Sloop rig with self-tailing winches and a near-new 3.1m Highfield inflatable tender included.
THE BERTH: C29 Opua Lease Expiry: 2049 (23 years of total security).
Location: Prime position on C-Pier with easy access and excellent shelter. Investment: Secure your parking spot in NZ’s premier cruising ground.
VESSEL SPECIFICATIONS:
Construction: 3 skins of 3/8 inch Kauri, Timber Glassed
LOA: 13.1m (approx. 43ft) | Beam: 3.6m | Draft: 1.7m
Engine: 90hp Ford Diesel | Fuel: 320L (Stainless) | Water: 320L (Stainless) Galley: 4-Burner LPG Stove/Oven/Grill, 12V Fridge & Freezer
Electronics: Garmin GPS/Plotter, Furuno Radar, Simrad Autopilot
Power: 12V system with 6 batteries and Solar charging
Ground Tackle: Manson CQR, 70m chain, Maxwell Nilsson winch (rebuilt)
WHY THIS PACKAGE? You are buying a fully-equipped, three-bedroom waterfront holiday home. Whether you're looking for a coastal cruiser, a live-aboard, or a high-end static Airbnb investment in Oupua, Nomad V is the complete turnkey solution. Package deal $189,000 boat only $95,000