1989 Fairey Spearfish MKIII | 30ft

1989 Fairey Spearfish MKIII – “Spearious”
Road Legal Trailer Included
August 2023 Survey
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A fine example of the iconic Fairey Spearfish MKIII, Spearious combines pedigree design, robust construction, and extensive recent investment to present a rare opportunity for discerning buyers.

Built in 1989 and boasting classic Fairey lines, this 30ft deep-V motor yacht delivers the performance and sea-keeping for which Alan Burnard’s designs are renowned. Her twin Sabre 225hp six-cylinder diesel engines provide confident handling and strong cruising performance, while her comprehensively updated systems and recent Coppercoat antifoul ensure she is ready for many more seasons afloat.

The boat is in very good condition, having been stored inside an insulated barn for nine months of the year under her current ownership.

Principal Dimensions

• Length: 30ft

• Beam: 9ft 3in

• Draft: 3ft 6in

• Designer: Alan Burnard

• HIN: LR/0393/SOU/86

Machinery

• Engines: 2 x Sabre 225hp six-cylinder diesels

• Full service history with extensive works (2019–2025)

• Recent upgrades including intercoolers, turbos, Morse cables, exhaust, and new batteries (2025)

Electronics & Navigation

• Autohelm ST50 Tridata (depth & speed)

• Autohelm ST50 Compass

• MLR FX412 GPS

• Raymarine Axiom 9 GPS plotter

• Nasa Marine SX35 VHF with DSC

• Horn

• Sterling Marine battery charger

• Eberspacher 12v diesel heater

Equipment & Inventory

• Covers: Overall cockpit cover & camper cover

• Anchoring: 24.5lb CQR with galvanised chain & nylon warp

• Trailer: Road legal trailer (serviced 2022)

Recent Maintenance Highlights

• 2023: Hull shot-blasted & Coppercoat applied (October), cover washed & reproofed

• 2024: Full engine service (April), new Morse cables, exhaust, ladder steps, steering wheel cover

• 2025: 4 new 12V XV31MF batteries, new header tank

• Circa £23,750 spent on maintenance (2019–2025)

Condition

Accompanied by a recent survey (August 2023), Spearious has benefitted from diligent ownership and a continual programme of maintenance and upgrades. Her engines, systems, and hull are all presented in very good order, supported by careful storage and upkeep.