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

Dutch Luxemotor New TRIVW Valid Until 2030

Stylish live aboard barge
£0 Sold / Unavailable
  • Boat REF#  ·  270215
  • LOA  ·  23.98m
  • Year  ·  1935
  • Construction  ·  Steel
  • Underwater profile  ·  Full-displacement
  • Berths  ·  4
  • Engine  ·  1 x Diesel 126hp, IVECO 8061 (2003)
  • Lying  ·  MIDI CANALS
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

Lying MIDI CANALS
Fuel capacity 3,100.0 ltr (682.0 G) Total - 2 Tanks
Water capacity 3,000.0 ltr (660.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks
Holding tank capacity 1,500.0 ltr (330.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks
Last survey 26/03/2019

Mechanical

Engine 1 x Diesel 126hp
Engine make and model IVECO 8061 (2003)
Engine Hours engine1= 2800
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering Wheel
Drive Shaft
Fuel consumption (approx) 5.0 ltr (1.1 G) /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx) 4 knots
Max speed (approx) 8 knots
Generator output 11KVA
Generator Hours 2200

IVECO 126hp main engine from 2003 box cooled
2 independent hydraulic systems. One for the "Spud poles" (almost 2m usable) one aft in the engine room and one forward in the forepeak. Another system for the hydraulic bow thruster & steering.
11Kva Lister Petter generator in a cocoon
1 battery for engine start
1 battery for generator start (new April 2019)
2 batteries 480 A/hr for domestic services. (new April 2019)

Dimensions

LOA 23.98m
Beam 4.51m
Draft Max 1.30m
Airdraft 3.15m
Displacement 80,000kg (176,400.0lbs)
Headroom 2.05m
Storage On mooring

Electrical Systems

220 volt battery,

Construction

Construction Steel
Underwater profile Full-displacement
Finish 2 pack finish

Architect designed accommodation in a classic Luxe Motor hull. A tasteful, stylish and eminently practical cruising home. Last survey in March 2019 for the new Certificat Communautaire (TRIWV) valid until 2030.
2 white diesel tanks. 1 x 1600lts 1 x 1500lts (propulsion)
1 red diesel tank 1200 (heating & generator)
All fuel tanks are steel
Fresh water tank 3000 litres stainless steel
1 tank for black & grey water 1500 litres

Accommodation

Total # of berths 4
No. of double berths 2
Cabin(s) 2
Handbasin 2
Shower 2
Air conditioning 2 Air conditioning Units
Heads 2 heads (Electric)

Outside: A large terrace deck accessed by full width working side decks.
From the wheelhouse aft to the master cabin with walk round bed 1.9m x 1.6m Ensuite shower & electric WC. Headroom 1.9m.
Spacious wheelhouse with seating and access doors both sides and headroom of 1.99m . Forward to kitchen diner with 6 burner gas hob, wine cooler, fridge freezer, dish washer and plenty of worktop space. Very bright and airy with large opening windows and 2.1m headroom. Down to the lounge area with its pellet stove and cozy feel the architect has achieved a harmonious yet practical ensemble and still over 2m of headroom right through the rest of the fore end. Forward again to day heads with shower and the guest cabin which can also serve as office space.
The whole boat is centrally heated by radiators supplied by a diesel fired central heating boiler.
Two marine type AC units provide AC for the whole boat (except wheelhouse).
Cozy warmth from the pellet stove in the lounge too for those cooler evenings between seasons.

6 burner gas cooker/stove

Accommodation

Cooker/stove
Oven
Sink
Refrigerator
Freezer
Curtains
Air conditioning
Cabin heating
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Raw water wash
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing Machine
Dryer

Outside: A large terrace deck accessed by full width working side decks.
From the wheelhouse aft to the master cabin with walk round bed 1.9m x 1.6m Ensuite shower & electric WC. Headroom 1.9m.
Spacious wheelhouse with seating and access doors both sides and headroom of 1.99m . Forward to kitchen diner with 6 burner gas hob, wine cooler, fridge freezer, dish washer and plenty of worktop space. Very bright and airy with large opening windows and 2.1m headroom. Down to the lounge area with its pellet stove and cozy feel the architect has achieved a harmonious yet practical ensemble and still over 2m of headroom right through the rest of the fore end. Forward again to day heads with shower and the guest cabin which can also serve as office space.
The whole boat is centrally heated by radiators supplied by a diesel fired central heating boiler.
Two marine type AC units provide AC for the whole boat (except wheelhouse).
Cozy warmth from the pellet stove in the lounge too for those cooler evenings between seasons.

6 burner gas cooker/stove

Deck Gear

Sun awning
Warps
Fenders
Boathook
Bow Thruster

Manual windlass
1 anchors
(Plateau à bascule)
30.00m of chain

Nav Equipment

Speed
VHF
Navigation lights

Navigo program supplied

Safety Equipment

Life jackets
Horn

3 bilge pumps (0 manual / 3 Electric)

Broker's Comments

Luxe Motor live aboard barge for sale on the Canal du Midi France. Boatshed Midi Canals is pleased to offer this very well designed and built Dutch live aboard Barge for sale. Built for commerce in 1935 this Luxe Motor or Luxmotor was converted in 2003 to architects plans for Swiss clients and has been beautifully looked after since. Brand new Certificate Communautaire 2020 valid until June 2030. I was impressed by the quality and comfort of this barge and I just know that she will provide some lucky owner with a comfortable cruising home to be proud of. Easy cruising with hydraulic bow thruster, two spud poles comfortable & business like wheelhouse plus a comfortable quality home for year round living or extended cruising. For more information, please contact Graham, your Boatshed 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?

1 year

Why are you selling her?

change of plan

Where have you sailed her?

Midi

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