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40' Beneteau Oceanis Full Sailboat Tour (Wonderful Turkish Couple)
31 July 2023 · 33 min · 36K views · Barbados
What this video covers
A 40-foot Beneteau Oceanis centre-cockpit sailboat, named Avara, features a spacious aft cabin and an accessible engine room designed for long-distance cruising.4:12 The vessel is equipped with a full rig, solar panels, a wind generator, and a Hydrovane self-steering system, which the owners used to cross the Atlantic from Mindelo to Barbados.2:59 The interior layout includes a large galley with significant counter space, a central cockpit, and a salon with ample headroom. The owners, a retired Turkish couple, report cruising speeds of 5.6 knots under engine power and up to 7 knots under sail.5:20 While the boat lacks a watermaker, the owners note that the current setup comfortably accommodates two couples.27:09 The vessel’s estimated market value ranges between $125,000 and $150,000, depending on the specific systems and overall condition.32:37 The tour highlights the benefits of the centre-cockpit design for engine access and living space, while emphasising the importance of community and hospitality among long-distance cruisers.
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