Calypso

wind indicator, weather station, VHF radio (DSC), speed log, sea charts, rudder angle indicator, rev indicator, plotter, on-board computer, harbour handbooks, plotter with GPS, GPS, echo sounder, compass, autopilot, AIS - Autom. Identif. System (senden/empfangen)

warm water system, voltmeter, underwater paint, tool kit, shore supply 220V, second anchor, searchlight, pressurized water system, position lights, main circuit breaker, holding tank, engine battery, anchor windlass bow electric, bilge pump electr., anchor windlass bow, battery charger, battery, bilge pump automatic, anchor chain, anchor box, anchor, 220V plugs, 12V plugs

window frames aluminium, transom door to bathing platform, suncushion, stern shower, stern rail, pushpit, guard rail, gangway, fenders, dinghy with motor, bathing platform

sink, oven, toilet manual, heating, hob gas, refrigerator - electric, cockpit table

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railing net, radar reflector, MOB system, life ring, life raft, life jackets, life belts, fog horn, flashlight, flags, first-aid kit, fire extinguisher system, fire extinguisher, fire blanket, EPIRB, emergency tiller, emergency flash light, distress signals, dan buoy, alarm system

sprayhood, bimini top

roller-furling genoa (2024 Schaum), reefing gear, lazy jacks, lazy bag, mainsail fully battened (2023 4 Wagen), Bosun's chair, boom aluminium

salon, owner cabin, guest cabin, bow cabin

⚓ Best-equipped Gib Sea 43 (Mark 2) on the market – Top Refit & Commercial Registration

Model: Gib Sea 43 Mark 2
Shipyard: Dufour Yachts
Year Built: 2004
Condition: Excellent, continuously maintained & extensive refit in 2025/2026
The Gib Sea 43 is considered legendary in its class. It combines outstanding robustness with fast, reliable sailing characteristics.

This is also confirmed by the editor-in-chief of a leading European yachting magazine after a personal test:

"The Gib Sea 43 is probably the best and most robust yacht ever built for charter use."

________________________________________ Highlights & Safety Equipment

• Commercial Registration: Valid safety certificate from BG-Verkehr for commercial berth charter (cruising area C / Kiel Bay).

• Capacity: Up to 12 people for day trips.

• Offshore safety: EPIRB, SART, and AIS transceiver (2022) on board.

• Sails & Rigging: New sails (2023/2024), Facnor furling system (2021).

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Further extensive high-end refit 2025/2026 (investment: approx. €10,000)

• Energy self-sufficiency (electrical): 2 x LiFePO4 lithium batteries (200 Ah each), Victron 1200 VA inverter, Victron 40A charge controller, high-efficiency 400 VA folding solar panels.

• Comfort & Sanitary: 2 x electric toilets, new refrigeration compressor, Planar diesel heater.

• Exterior & Deck: Bimini and cockpit tent completely new, teak decking on the cockpit table and table extensions replaced to a high standard.

• Electronics: New 7-inch Raymarine plotter (2024), Raymarine Tri-Data, new antenna & splitter.

• Layout: Dual wheel steering for perfect handling.

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Handover & Instruction by a Professional

This yacht is being sold due to downsizing. As a long-time entrepreneur in the yachting industry, yacht surveyor, and sailing instructor, I guarantee a professionally conducted handover. Comprehensive, professional instruction is included in the purchase price – ideal for buyers new to commercial chartering or for beginners who want to fulfill their dream.