1997 Beneteau First 33.7

This is a very fine example of the two-cabin Beneteau First 33.7, benefiting from numerous updates and an extensive inventory that includes a 2019 Yanmar diesel engine, 2022 standing rigging, 2018 mainsail and genoa, Webasto cabin heating, AIS transponder and much more. The Beneteau First 33.7 is that rarest of yachts — a true cruiser-racer that combines well-finished, spacious accommodation with performance sailing and easy short-handed handling. She offers the best of both worlds, whether you enjoy competitive racing or comfortable family cruising. This particular example has clearly benefited from careful ownership throughout her life. The interior woodwork and soft furnishings are very well presented, the floor matrix was reinforced in 2020, and the clean bilges and bright keel bolts speak volumes about the standard of maintenance she has received. In short, this is a very fine and competitively priced example of her class; for anyone seeking a yacht that delivers strong performance alongside comfortable accommodation, Freebird deserves a place at the top of your shortlist. For further information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Peter Keats by phone, email or WhatsApp. GRP Hull, deck and superstructure Hull epoxied with gel shield in 2020 Keel matrix reinforced in 2021 with new keel bolts Last antifouled in February 2026 Topsides polished in February 2026 Tiller steering (Smart laminated wood tiller with Spinlock telescopic tiller extension) Deep fin iron keel with lead ballast Length Waterline: 8.68m (28'6") Sparcraft aluminium mast and spars Stainless steel standing rigging (New 2022) Harken Mk III twin groove foresail furler Single line slab reefing for reefs 1 & 2 All lines led aft via Spinlock clutches Lewmar 40 self tailing two speed primary winches Lewmar 30 self tailing two speed halyard winches Rolly Tasker 2+2 CDX cruising laminate mainsail with 3 x reefing points (New 2018) Rolly Tasker 2+2 CDX cruising laminate genoa (New 2018) Hyde Kevlar fully battened mainsail (New 2010) Kevlar No1, 2 & 3 foresails (New 2007) Spinnakers - light, heavy and reacher Yanmar 3YM30 29hp diesel engine (New 2019) 1,266cc three cylinder motor with fresh water cooling Cruising speed: 5.5 knots approx Shaft drive to Gori two blade folding propeller Cutlass bearing replaced in 2024 Power Max 85Ah engine start battery 2 x Power Max 105Ah domestic batteries (New 2021) Batteries charged by 60A engine alternator and Sterling Pro Charge Ultra 20a 240v shore power automatic battery 12v Accessory outlet at the chart table 240v shore power inlet with outlets to all cabins Pressurised hot and cold water system Water heated by engine calorifier and 240v shore power immersion heater Jabsco Aqua Filta drinking water filter 150 litre (33 gallon) water tank 22 litre (5 gallon) hot water tank Sleeps 6 in two cabins and the saloon Webasto diesel fired warm heating with outlets to all cabins and the heads Removable covers f