NEW LISTING – 1979 Nicholson 35 – BLUE TARN

Wednesday 12th June 2024

Mark Cameron Yachts are delighted to have been appointed to act in the sale of the 1979 Nicholson 35 ‘BLUE TARN’.

The Camper and Nicholson built Nicholson 35 enjoyed a production run spanning some 20 years and with over 200 examples being produced in that time. Her traditional lines and a high-quality finish create a design which is easy on the eye, rewarding to sail and pleasant to be aboard. With her deep well protected cockpit her crew are well protected on deck. Below decks the traditional layout to the accommodation provides comfortable living space whether at anchor or on passage. Now a much sought after modern classic the Nicholson 35 remains popular choice for those who like know they can depend on their yacht whatever the weather.

The Nicholson 35 BLUE TARN has been with her current owner since 2008, just her second owner since leaving the Camper and Nicholson yard in 1979. During both ownerships the boat has been used for extended blue water cruising including multiple transatlantic trips and one adventure to Venezuela. Now reluctantly for sale as her owner swallows the anchor she is offered for sale with an extensive cruising inventory including highlights such as:

• Yanmar 3JH-4E marine diesel engine, 39hp (2008)
• MaxProp 3 blade, bronze feathering propeller
• Hydrovane Self-Steering gear
• Rutland wind generator
• 12V PC – Onboard 12VDC PC running Open CPN charting software with NOA screen, flexible keyboard and mouse
• Standard Horizon Matrix AIS/GPS DSC VHF     
• Furuno 1623 radar with mast-mounted scanner
• Furuno GP32 GPS
• Force 10 gas fired heater
• Tecma Nelson gas cooker, two burner, grill and oven. Gimbal mounted
• Standing rigging of stainless steel wire, fully replaced in 2008
• Profurl C320 roller reefing system on forestay (2018)
• Twizzle rig, twin furling headsails on single foil with twin poles and universal joints
• 2x Pontos Compact, 4 speed, self-tailing winches
• Tri-sail and storm Jib
• Rocna bower anchor on chain rode
• Lofrans Cayman 88 electric windlass (2008)
• Avon inflatable dinghy with outboard

Lying afloat and on her berth in Campbeltown Marina the Nicholson 35 BLUE TERN is available for viewing by prior appointment.

Find full details of the 1979 Nicholson 35 ‘BLUE TARN’ here