1986 Oyster 435

Design and Heritage The Oyster 435 remains one of the most admired yachts in Oyster’s heritage. Known for her blend of bluewater endurance and elegant lines, the Oyster 435 was designed to deliver safe, comfortable passagemaking without sacrificing style. Because of this balance, she continues to be highly regarded by experienced cruising sailors. Cruising Capability The Oyster 435 is a proven offshore yacht, designed for extended time at sea. Her hull form and displacement give a reassuring motion, while the deck layout supports safe movement and practical sail handling. As a result, she is equally suited to long ocean passages and confident coastal cruising. Condition and Care ‘Soundwaves’ stands out as a meticulously maintained and well-equipped example. She has clearly been cared for with long-term ownership in mind, rather than short-term use. This attention to detail shows throughout the yacht and contributes to her ready-to-go presentation. Systems and Upgrades The yacht benefits from a strong list of thoughtful upgrades aimed at extended cruising and liveaboard comfort. These include renewed rigging, modern navigation electronics, a generator, a watermaker, and a bow thruster. Together, these systems support independence, ease of handling, and comfortable life aboard. Because of this, ‘Soundwaves’ is presented as a genuinely turnkey cruising yacht. Liveaboard Comfort Below deck, the Oyster 435 offers the space, ventilation, and storage expected of a serious cruising yacht. The layout works well for long periods aboard, whether used as a full-time liveaboard or for extended voyages. This makes her a practical and comfortable platform for ocean cruising. Location and Viewing ‘Soundwaves’ is currently based in Truro, Cornwall, and is available for immediate viewing by appointment. Please contact the Falmouth office to arrange further details or a viewing. Equipment and Information CONSTRUCTION White GRP hull with blue cove line, boot top and style stripes (epoxy coated 2019) Teak laid decks, cockpit seats, and sole Internal GRP structural floors and stringers built to Lloyd’s standards Fin keel with encapsulated cast iron ballast Skeg-hung rudder (pedestal bearings replaced 2012) LOA: 43 ft 5 in (13.23 m) LWL: 36 ft 0 in (10.97 m) Beam: 13 ft 2 in (4.01 m) Draft: 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) Displacement: Approx. 13,800 kg Ballast: 4,500 kg (cast iron, encapsulated) Designer: Holman & Pye Builder: Oyster Marine Ltd, Southampton, UK MACHINERY & TANKAGE Engine: Nanni N4.43D.HD, 43hp diesel (new 2011) Drive: Z-drive reversing reduction gearbox (new 2011) Propeller: 3-bladed feathering prop with rope cutter Engine Hours: Approx. 1268 Generator: Whisper Picollo 5kVA (reconditioned 2023) Bow Thruster: Vetus 80KGF Watermaker: Installed for long-range cruising Fuel: 296 litres (GRP tank) Fresh Water: 546 litres (2 x GRP tanks under saloon seating) Hot Water: 30 litres (calorifier + immersion heater) Holding Tank: 70 litres (aft heads with macerator pum