1987 Bristol 41.1 Aft Cockpit Sloop – “Williwaw”
Location: St. Augustine, Florida (Rivers Edge Marina, D Dock)
Designer: Ted Hood | Builder: Bristol Yacht Company
Hull Material: Fiberglass | Engine: Westerbeke W52 Diesel (52 HP)
Williwaw is a handsome, ocean-capable Bristol 41.1 Aft Cockpit Sloop, designed by the legendary Ted Hood and built in Rhode Island with Bristol’s renowned craftsmanship and seaworthiness. Williwaw combines the timeless lines and solid build of a classic Bristol with fresh mechanical updates and an ideal shoal-draft configuration. She’s clean, comfortable, and ready to cruise — a great opportunity for sailors seeking a proven blue-water design that’s equally at home exploring Florida’s coastal waters.
Her shoal-draft swing keel hull has been modified — the centerboard has been bolted in the raised position after the cable failed — providing a fixed 4′6″ draft ideal for the Intracoastal Waterway, Florida Keys, and Bahamas. The bolts can be removed, holes glassed and cable mechanism repaired by a qualified marine technician if the new owner wishes.
A comprehensive marine survey (July 2025) by RJE Marine Services in St. Augustine documented her systems and condition. Since then, the owner has completed nearly all recommended repairs and upgrades. She is now in the water at Rivers Edge Marina (D Dock), ready for inspection or sea trial.
Recent Repairs & Upgrades (Fall 2025)
Replaced freshwater discharge and forward head raw-water intake hoses
Serviced and lubricated seacocks (aft head discharge, engine intake, and cockpit drain)
Installed new fire extinguishers throughout (mounted per USCG regs)
Added carbon monoxide and smoke detectors (AA battery powered)
Degreased, flushed, and cleaned bilges using environmentally friendly cleaner
Refinished all exterior teak — coamings, cap rails, helm table, rub rails, and trim
Repaired companionway ladder (two loose steps secured, one replaced)
Secured throttle control box on engine
Replaced outdated twist-on connectors with marine-grade heat-shrink crimp connectors
Secured A/C raw-water pump
Installed new transom zinc and verified engine pencil zincs
New starter battery October 2025
Equipment & Systems
Engine: Westerbeke W52 Diesel, 52 HP (approx. 625 hrs)
Tanks: Fuel 100 gal (2 × 50 aluminum) | Water 150 gal (stainless)
Electrical: 12 V DC / 30 A AC shore power, TrueCharge 40 A charger, 4D house bank (2020–21)
Electronics: Garmin GPSmap 741xs chartplotter/radar, Standard Horizon VHF, Datamarine depth/speed/wind, Autohelm autopilot
Ground Tackle: Lewmar plow anchor with all-chain rode and electric windlass
Air Conditioning: Dometic 16,000 BTU reverse-cycle system
Rig: Keel-stepped aluminum mast, Hood Seafurl roller furling, Lewmar winches (6)
Sails: Main and genoa (Quantum Sails) in good condition
Interior: Two staterooms, two heads, Sea Frost refrigeration, Shipmate 3-burner LPG stove/oven, satin teak joinery, air-conditioned salon
Condition and Value
The July 2025 survey rated Williwaw as “Fair”, largely for age-related maintenance items. With nearly all findings corrected, she now presents in Good overall condition — clean, functional, and ready to cruise.
The fixed 4′6″ draft makes her exceptionally well-suited for East Coast and island cruising while retaining Bristol’s renowned strength and sailing balance.
Specifications
LOA: 41′ 2″ | Beam: 12′ 11″ | Displacement: 26,530 lbs
Ballast: 10,500 lbs | Draft: 4′ 6″ (Fixed)
USCG Documentation #: 911284 (Expired)
