1983 Wauquiez Amphitrite for Sale – 43 ft – Πρέβεζα, Greece

DESCRIPTION

A true bluewater cruiser, Rubin is a Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 built in 1983 by the renowned French yard and designed by the legendary team of Holman & Pye. With her robust GRP construction, powerful ketch rig, and centre cockpit layout, she’s ideally suited for extended liveaboard cruising or adventurous offshore passages. From her striking Red hull to her teak-laid decks and updated sail wardrobe, Rubin offers both style and substance.

Her interior layout is spacious and well-appointed, offering comfortable accommodation for up to eight, complete with two heads, generous galley facilities. Recent upgrades include new batteries (2024–2025), updated navigation systems, and a full engine service (May 2025). She’s currently berthed at Cleopatra Marina and is ready for her next chapter.

HIGHLIGHTS LISTED BELOW BUT INCLUDED IN FULL SPECS:

• Teak decks and classic GRP hull with red finish
• Perkins 72hp engine – last serviced May 2025
• Updated North Sails mainsail (2008) and genoa (2019)
• Solar panels, inverter, shore power, and Mastervolt charger
• Well-equipped galley with fridge, freezer and oven
• Comprehensive navigation suite: Raymarine, B&G, Furuno
• New domestic and bow thruster batteries (2024–2025)
• Last lifted July 2025, antifouled May 2025

BROKER’S REMARKS

The Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 is a favourite among serious cruisers, known for her stability, safety, and seaworthiness. Rubin is an exceptionally well-kept and impressively specified example. Her generous beam provides excellent living space below, and her centre cockpit design ensures dry, secure sailing. With systems and comforts suited for long-term cruising — she is ready to cast off. A classic cruiser with timeless lines and practical upgrades, Rubin deserves your close attention if you’re seeking a capable liveaboard or ocean passage-maker.

CONSTRUCTION

• GRP hull and superstructure
• S-shaped hull form
• Teak-laid GRP decks
• Red hull colour
• Built by Wauquiez (France)
• Designed by Holman & Pye
• Year built/launched: 1983

DIMENSIONS

• LOA: 13.00m (42ft 7in)
• LWL: 10.00m (32ft 10in)
• Beam: 4.17m (13ft 8in)
• Draft: 1.80m (5ft 11in)
• Displacement: 15 tonnes
• Ballast: 5 tonnes

MECHANICAL

• Perkins 72hp diesel engine (1983)
• Engine hours: 4398
• Cooling: Fresh water/sea water
• Last engine service: May 2025
• Propeller: 3-blade
• Fuel consumption: 4.5 L/hr
• Cruising speed: 6 knots
• Maximum speed: 10 knots
• Range: 155 nautical miles

PERFORMANCE

• Capable bluewater cruiser with ketch rig
• Well-balanced and stable under sail
• Slab reefing and in-mast furling for manageable sail handling
• Good speed and passage-making capability

TANKAGE

• Fuel: 400 litres (stainless steel tank)
• Water: 300 litres (4 tanks)
• Holding tank: 300 litres

ELECTRICAL

• Domestic batteries: 4 x 110Ah (May 2025)
• Engine starter battery: 2 x 110Ah (May 2024)
• Bow thruster batteries / windlass: 2 x 110Ah (May 2025)
• Charging system: Mastervolt
• Battery charger: Mass 12/20
• Solar panels: 4 x Sunware removable + 1 fixed panel
• Shore power system with cable

RIGGING

• Ketch rig configuration
• Aluminium spars
• Standing rigging (1983)
• Running rigging (1983)
• Slab/in-mast rolling mainsail reefing
• Furling headsail
• Spinnaker pole
• All lines lead aft to cockpit

SAILS

• Mainsail – North Sails (2008) – Excellent condition
• Genoa – North Sails (2019) – Good condition
• Storm sail (1983)
• Cruising chute
• Mizzen (spinnaker) – Good condition

NAVIGATION

• Chart plotter – Raymarine/Fleur
• GPS – B&G
• Radar – Raymarine/Fleur
• Wind instruments – B&G
• Wind indicator at masthead – B&G
• Navtex – Furuno
• Autopilot – Autohelm
• Compass – Ritchie Venus
• VHF radio – Shipmate
• Echo sounder – B&G
• Log/Speed – B&G
• Barometer & clock – Wemp

DECK

• Teak deck finish
• Anchor locker
• 2 anchors with 110m chain/warp
• Manual anchor windlass
• 10 winches
• Pushpit and pulpit
• Cockpit/deck shower
• Cockpit table

SAFETY

• Life raft – EUROVINIL (Last serviced May 2025)
• 2 lifebuoys
• 4 life jackets
• Dan buoy
• 4 floating lights (dated 4/20)
• Flares (expiry 4/20)
• Foghorn
• Search light
• Gas detector
• 2 fire extinguishers
• Fire blanket
• Manual bilge pump
• 1 electric bilge pumps

ACCOMMODATION

• Sleeps up to 8 in 2 cabins plus saloon
• 2 double cabins with additional berths
• 2 heads with showers
• Upholstery, curtains, and flooring in good condition
• Chart table and saloon table
• Hanging lockers (2) and wet locker (1)
• Heating
• Blake & Papeice manual toilets

LAYOUT

Traditional centre cockpit layout offering two spacious cabins fore and aft, each with en-suite access. A well-appointed saloon amidships with ample seating and convertible berths. Galley is located to port, adjacent to the navigation station, offering a practical and seaworthy working area.

DOMESTIC

Galley equipped with 1 hob, 1 oven, cool box, refrigerator and freezer. Pressurised hot/cold water system with immersion and calorifier.

CANVAS

• Spray hood
• Cockpit cover
• Bimini
• Winter cover
• Sail cover
• 10 cockpit cushions

TENDER

• Avon dinghy included

MISCELLANEOUS

• 6 warps
• 12+ fenders

EXTRA DETAILS

• Last out of water: April 2025
• Last antifoul: May 2025
• Anodes renewed: April 2024
• Engine serviced: May 2025

KNOWN DEFECTS

• Tachometer/hour counter and wind direction meter require attention

HISTORY

Rubin has been maintained with great care by her current owner and benefits from recent mechanical servicing and electrical upgrades. Designed for long-term voyaging, she combines classic styling with dependable offshore performance. Now ashore and ready for viewing in Cleopatra Marina, she presents a rare opportunity to acquire a proven cruising yacht with pedigree and character.