The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Aquafibre Ideal 45 Sun Deck

Live aboard year round
£0 Sold / Unavailable
  • Boat REF#  ·  331762
  • LOA  ·  13.70m
  • Year  ·  1989
  • Construction  ·  GRP
  • Underwater profile  ·  Full-displacement
  • Berths  ·  3
  • Engine  ·  1 x Diesel 65hp, FORD 2720 (1989)
  • Lying  ·  Midi canal
Boatshed Midi Canals
Boatshed Midi Canals
Graham Wharmby

The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Extra Details

Designer Aquafibre LTD by BARNES Marine
Builder Broom boats
Lying Midi canal
Fuel capacity 380.0 ltr (83.6 G) Total - 1 Tanks
Water capacity 420.0 ltr (92.4 G) Total - 1 Tanks
Last survey 22/10/2022

Mechanical

Engine 1 x Diesel 65hp
Engine make and model FORD 2720 (1989)
Engine Hours Not Recorded
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering Wheel
Drive Shaft
Prop(s) 3 Blades (+ Rope Cutter)
Fuel consumption (approx) 3.0 ltr (0.7 G) /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx) 7 knots
Max speed (approx) 10 knots
Generator output 3KVA

Mechanical:
- FORD 2720 indirect cooling diesel engine.

Electrical:
8 acid batteries in total were replaced between 2019 and 2020:
- 6 Exide ER 550 Dual batteries of 115 A/H for service
- 1 Enduroline battery of 120 A/H for engine start
- 1 027TE battery for generator start.

- 7 solar panels dating from 2018, each producing 3000W (100V*30A), totaling 21,000W.

Dimensions

LOA 13.70m
Beam 3.66m
Draft Max 0.91m
Airdraft 2.65m
Headroom 1.75m
Storage On mooring

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 240 shore power voltage, 4 batteries charged by: engine, solar panels, shore power, generator

Construction

Construction GRP
Underwater profile Full-displacement
Finish Gelcoat finish

The boat was appraised in 2021 by an independent maritime and river expert at the L'Allemand shipyard in Agde. The expert assessed the boat at that time at €65,000, and the report is available upon request.

Hard chine, Shallow V Keel

Accommodation

Total # of berths 3
No. of double berths 1
No. of single berths 1
Cabin(s) 2
Handbasin 2
Shower 1
Heads 2 heads (Electric)

The exterior of the boat offers a beautiful terrace where 8 to 10 people can easily be accommodated. Additionally, the external canopy (not installed in my photos and videos) will protect you from the sun while navigating or docking. Bimini frame is included in the sale, as well as the deck furniture, table, and benches.

You enter the boat through the two sliding doors located on each side of the boat. This leads you into the boat's lounge, with a ceiling height of 1.70 meters. To starboard, there is a spacious workspace for cooking, a sink, three gas burners, and a built-in gas oven. Towards the forward port side of this room is the helm station. Also to port is a Chesterfield brand sofa. Adjacent to this sofa, easily accessible, are the boat's electrical panel and the control for the Webasto, which provides onboard heating. A water heater ensures hot water on board as well as heating the engine during navigation. The boat is also equipped with a 3 KVA diesel generator that can provide electricity on board in winter if the solar panels are insufficient. This very bright room also features an opening roof, very practical and convivial in summer.

Two steps lead us to stern. To starboard, there is a storage room equipped with a wardrobe with a ceiling height of 1.74 meters. To port, there is a pleasant shower toilet where the headroom is 1.77 meters. A spacious shower with an elbow room, an electric toilet, and a sink complete this room. Finally, aft, there is the large owner's cabin equipped with a double bed of 200X180 and numerous storage spaces. The height here is 1.74 meters. There was a water leak in the ceiling in the aft cabin which was recently repaired.

Let's return to the lounge to go towards the front part of the boat. Two steps lead us to the bow. To starboard, there is a space equipped with a microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, and washing machine as well as storage. The height is 1.78 meters in this area.

To port, we have the second toilet of the boat equipped with an electric toilet, a shower unused by our owners (but which can be connected to the boat's water system), and a sink. The height here is 1.76 meters.

Finally, the forward peak cabin, with a height of 1.70 meters, is equipped with a bed 90X180.

To be planned:

Install a Gas locker outside the boat and connect it to the gas circuit.
Install the new Victron Blue Smart Charger 12v30amp shore charger (new and included in the sale) to recharge the batteries while docked.

3 burner gas cooker/stove

Accommodation

Cooker/stove
Grill
Oven
Sink
Refrigerator
Curtains
Cabin heating
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing Machine

The exterior of the boat offers a beautiful terrace where 8 to 10 people can easily be accommodated. Additionally, the external canopy (not installed in my photos and videos) will protect you from the sun while navigating or docking. Bimini frame is included in the sale, as well as the deck furniture, table, and benches.

You enter the boat through the two sliding doors located on each side of the boat. This leads you into the boat's lounge, with a ceiling height of 1.70 meters. To starboard, there is a spacious workspace for cooking, a sink, three gas burners, and a built-in gas oven. Towards the forward port side of this room is the helm station. Also to port is a Chesterfield brand sofa. Adjacent to this sofa, easily accessible, are the boat's electrical panel and the control for the Webasto, which provides onboard heating. A water heater ensures hot water on board as well as heating the engine during navigation. The boat is also equipped with a 3 KVA diesel generator that can provide electricity on board in winter if the solar panels are insufficient. This very bright room also features an opening roof, very practical and convivial in summer.

Two steps lead us to stern. To starboard, there is a storage room equipped with a wardrobe with a ceiling height of 1.74 meters. To port, there is a pleasant shower toilet where the headroom is 1.77 meters. A spacious shower with an elbow room, an electric toilet, and a sink complete this room. Finally, aft, there is the large owner's cabin equipped with a double bed of 200X180 and numerous storage spaces. The height here is 1.74 meters. There was a water leak in the ceiling in the aft cabin which was recently repaired.

Let's return to the lounge to go towards the front part of the boat. Two steps lead us to the bow. To starboard, there is a space equipped with a microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, and washing machine as well as storage. The height is 1.78 meters in this area.

To port, we have the second toilet of the boat equipped with an electric toilet, a shower unused by our owners (but which can be connected to the boat's water system), and a sink. The height here is 1.76 meters.

Finally, the forward peak cabin, with a height of 1.70 meters, is equipped with a bed 90X180.

To be planned:

Install a Gas locker outside the boat and connect it to the gas circuit.
Install the new Victron Blue Smart Charger 12v30amp shore charger (new and included in the sale) to recharge the batteries while docked.

3 burner gas cooker/stove

Deck Gear

Spray dodgers
Sun awning
Warps
Fenders
Boathook
Swim Ladder
Passerelle

3 anchors
(Anchor boat, mudanchor and drag anchor)

Nav Equipment

VHF
Clock
Navigation lights

Safety Equipment

LPG Detector
Carbon Monoxide detector
Life buoys
Searchlight
Horn

2 bilge pumps (0 manual / 2 Electric)

Two automatic electric bilge pumps with float switches.

Broker's Comments

Aquafibre Ideal 45 for sale. Boatshed Midi Canals is pleased to offer you this Crown Cruisers Concorde 2 river cruiser.

Here is your opportunity to acquire a spacious and well-equipped river cruiser, offered with all its contents (dishwasher, washing machine, three gas burners and oven, refrigerator, microwave, sofa).

Initially built as a liveaboard barge, it features a well-thought-out layout that maximizes extra space for additional amenities such as a walk-in closet and a laundry room. There have been only 3 owners since its construction in 1989, and it has never been used as a rental boat.

The accommodation consists of two cabins (a double aft cabin and a forward cabin with a single bed). To complement the accommodation, there are two separate bathrooms. To top it off, there is a large outdoor terrace to enjoy the outdoors.

In summary, this is an excellent opportunity to acquire a spacious liveaboard river cruiser, with many extras to ensure that life on board is as comfortable as possible.

The mooring is transferable subject to acceptance of the application by the marina authorities.

For more information or organise a visit, please contact Graham, your local broker at Boatshed Midi Canals.

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

Owners FAQ's

How long have you owned the boat for?

Since 2012

Why are you selling her?

We liveaboard for 12 years, now back in a house fulltime

Where have you sailed her?

Norfolk Broads, Brighton Marina and french waterways

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