Vagabond 47

1983 Vagabond 47 - Bully

Bully is a well-maintained and extensively upgraded 1983 Vagabond 47, designed by the renowned William Garden and built by Bluewater Yacht Builders. This bluewater cruiser has been set up for comfortable, safe, and efficient long-distance sailing, making her an excellent choice for serious cruisers. Featuring a solid fiberglass hull, a full keel, and a custom stainless steel bowsprit, Bully is built to handle offshore conditions with ease. Her in-boom furling main, all lines led to the cockpit, and bow thruster make her one of the only Vagabond 47s that can be easily single-handed. With extensive recent refits and modern upgrades, she is truly ready to set sail on her next adventure.

General Information:

• Vessel Name: Bully

• Make: Vagabond

• Model: 47

• Designer: William Garden

• Builder: Bluewater Yacht Builders

• Year Launched: 1983

• Length Overall: 47’

• Beam: 13.5’

• Draft: 5.6’

• Displacement: 42,000 lbs

• Hull Material: Fiberglass

• Deck Material: Teak

• Keel Type: Full Keel

• Rudder Type / Steering System: Hydraulic Steering

• Registration: USA

• Last Antifouling: 2023

• Paint / Gelcoat Finish: Polished in 2023

Engine & Performance:

• Number of Engines: 1

• Engine Make: Perkins

• Model: 4.236

• Year: 2008 (rebuilt)

• Horsepower: 85 HP

• Hours: 1914

• Drive Type: Straight

• Cruise Speed: 5.5 knots

• Max Speed: 8.5 knots

• Fuel Type: Diesel

• Fuel Capacity: 200 Gal

• Thrusters: Bow Thruster

• Propellers: 1 x 3-blade

• Last Service: December 2024

Electrical System:

• House Batteries: 6 x 100AH Lithium (Battleborn)

• Engine Battery: 1 Lead Acid

• Separate Bow Thruster / Windlass Battery: 1 x 4D (3 years old)

• Battery Charger: 3 Chargers

• Inverter: Victron MultiPlus 3000

• Shore Power: 30A 110V

• Solar Panels: 600W (Renogy - 2 x 200W, 2 x 100W)

• Generator: Predator 3500 (900 hours)

Navigation & Electronics:

• Depth Sounder: Raymarine

• Autopilot: Raymarine ST60 Autohelm

• Wind Instruments: Raymarine ST60

• Radar: Raymarine RL80C

• Chartplotter: Raymarine RL80C & New Raymarine Axiom 9 (Uninstalled)

• Radios: iCom M602 & iCom M424G

• GPS: Yes

• TV: Yes

Accommodations:

• Cabin Layout: 3 cabins

• Total Berths: 9 (2 Double, 2 Single, 3 in Saloon)

• Headroom (Master & Saloon): 7ft

• Heads: 2 x Freshwater Vacuflush (Forward & Aft)

• Showers: 2

• Holding Tank: 35 Gal

• Hot Water System: 5 Gal (Engine heated & 110V AC)

Galley:

• Stove/Oven: New Force 10 (4-burner)

• Sink: Double

• Refrigeration: 2 x Dometic CRX 80S (12V or AC)

• Microwave: N/A

• Dishwasher: N/A

• Ice Maker: N/A

Sails & Rigging:

• Mast & Boom Material: Aluminum

• Standing Rigging: Steel (16 years old)

• Running Rigging: 3 years old (Good Condition)

• Main Sail: In-Boom Furling (16 years old, Good Condition)

• Headsail: 2 years old (Great Condition)

• Gennaker: 16 years old (Good Condition)

• Winches: 2 x Harken 2-speed 48CSTE (Electric), 2 x Harken 2-speed 40CST (Manual)

Safety Equipment:

• Life Jackets: 7

• Life Raft: N/A

• Fire Extinguishers: Yes

• Bilge Pumps: Manual & Electric (Forward)

• MOB Light: Yes

• Harnesses: Yes

• Bosun’s Chair: Yes

• EPIRB: Yes

Ground Tackle:

• Primary Anchor: 73lb Galvanized Vulcan (by Rocna)

• Chain: 300ft 3/8in

• Spare Anchor: 55lb Galvanized Vulcan (by Rocna)

• Windlass: Maxwell 3500 (Cockpit & Bow Controlled)

Deck & Accessories:

• Tender: Highfield 380 (2022)

• Outboard: Honda 25HP

• Davits: Yes

• Swim Ladder: Yes

• Cockpit Cushions: Yes

• Bimini: Hard Dodger

• BBQ: Charcoal Grill

• Fenders: 6

• Mooring Lines: Yes

Refit & Maintenance:

• Extensive refit in 2008 & 2022.

• Custom stainless steel bowsprit (stronger and more durable than the standard wooden version).

• Custom Fairlead mount directs all lines to the cockpit for easy sail handling.

• Heavy plexiglass salon hatches with gas shocks.

• Stainless steel portlights.

• Custom hard dodger with removable center panel.

Sailing & Ownership History:

• Cruised from the Pacific Northwest down the U.S. West Coast, Mexico, and through the Panama Canal.

• Actively maintained by liveaboard owners.

• Selling to transition to a new adventure.

Special Features:

• One of the only Vagabond 47s that can be single-handed.

• In-boom furling main with all lines leading to the cockpit for easy sail management.

Accidents & Mishaps:

• No known structural damage.

This 1983 Vagabond 47 is a well-maintained, bluewater cruiser set up for comfortable and safe passage-making. Whether for long-term cruising or offshore adventures, Bully is ready for her next journey. Contact us today for more details!