Custom Dowty Marine Turbocraft
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| Make | Custom |
|---|---|
| Model | Dowty Marine Turbocraft |
| Year | 1960 |
| Condition | Used |
| Price | €28,000 |
| Type | Power |
| Class | Runabout |
| Length | 4.8 m |
| Hull Material | Other |
| Location | Gaillac, Tarn, France |
| Tax Status | Tax Not Paid |
| LOA | 4.8 m |
|---|---|
| Beam | 1.85 m |
| Engine Model | Zephyr |
|---|---|
| Power | 70 hp |
| Engine usage (hours) | 20 |
| Builder | Dowty Marine |
|---|---|
| Max Passengers | 4 |
| Seating Capacity | 4 |
| Hull Shape | Monohull |
Description
FOR SALE: Dowty Turbocraft 1960 "Xeres" – Restored and classified heritage icon
Rare opportunity to acquire a Dowty Turbocraft from 1960, hull no. 005, lovingly restored over 18 months (mostly by William) and completed over a year ago. Everything has been redone (trim, turbines, etc.) except for the windshield, which has been kept in its original condition.
Shipyard: Dowty Marine
Model: Turbocraft
Year: 1960
Hull material: Polyester, new paint
Overall length: 4.8 m
Engine: Inboard 6-cylinder Ford Zephyr, 70 hp (51.48 kW)
Engine hours: Approximately 20 hours only
Trailer: Included, Oceane brand, impeccable condition (new brakes and bearings)
Name: Xeres
Hull number: 005
The boat comes with a 14-page expert report, detailing all technical elements, and has an official heritage classification (BIP - Boat of Heritage Interest) valid until October 17, 2029.
Estimated at 28 000 € including tax, this boat is much more than a floating object: it is a piece of history. A similar model, the Buehler Turbocraft, was used in the film James Bond "Thunderball" (1965) with Sean Connery.
Disclaimer
The company provides information regarding this vessel in good faith but is not able to guarantee the accuracy of this information or the condition of the vessel. It is the buyer's responsibility to instruct their agents or experts to verify and validate the information of their choice. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale.
