£25,000+ Spent On Refurb | New Engine 2020 | Solent Rig | Lying Noss on Dart

A rare opportunity to purchase a beautifully refitted example of the Fastnet 34 — a fast, beamy cruiser-racer designed by Jean-Marie Finot and known for its striking lines, seaworthiness, and enduring charm.

“Al Bal” has undergone a comprehensive 7-year internal and external refit with over £25,000 invested, including a new Bukh DV24 engine (2020), new rigging (2019), updated electronics, and twin furling headsails (Solent rig). Her classic design and upgraded specification make her a capable and comfortable cruiser with true offshore potential.

She is afloat on a trot mooring at Noss on Dart and available for viewings by appointment.

• Designer: Jean-Marie Finot

• Builder: Atlanta Marine (UK)

• Model: Fastnet 34

• Year: Approx. 1970s (Refit completed 2023)

• LOA: 34 ft (10.36 m)

• Beam: 3.35 m

• Draft: 1.80 m

• Displacement: Approx. 5,000 kg

• Hull: GRP with pronounced tumblehome

• Keel: Fin keel

• Rig: Sloop (Solent rig configuration)

Engine:

• Bukh DV24 (installed new in 2020)

• 24 HP Diesel, Sea-water cooled

• Approx. 240 hours

• Saildrive with 4-blade fixed prop

• Cruising speed: 5 knots

• Max speed: 6 knots

• Serviced January 2023

Electrical:

• 12V & 220V systems

• 3x Batteries:

  • 1x 110Ah Start (Numax)

  • 1x 80Ah Service (Numax, 2019)

  • 1x 105Ah Service (Numax)

• Waeco PerfectCharge IU152A battery charger

• Solar panel

• Shore power connection

• Clipper Navtex battery monitor

Tankage:

• Fuel: 50L

• Fresh Water: 45L

• Selden anodised aluminium spars

• Stainless steel standing rigging (new 2019, checked by Petersen Custom)

• Deck-stepped mast

• Slab reefing fully battened mainsail

• 2x Headsails (Genoas) on furlers (Goiot & Bamar)

• Symmetrical spinnaker

• Cable backstay adjuster

Winches:

• 2x Anderson 40 ST (2-speed)

• 2x Lewmar 40 ST (2-speed)

• 2x Anderson 10 spinnaker winches

• 4x Anderson 10 halyard winches

• 3x Anderson 10 mast/reefing winches

Sleeps 6 across 3 cabins

Saloon:

• U-shaped dinette with solid oak folding table

• Converts to double berth

• Additional single berth

• Oak cabinetry, teak & holly sole

• LED lighting and night lights

• Red upholstery

• Navigation station with aft-facing chart table

Forward Cabin:

• Double V-berth

• Storage and overhead hatch

Aft Cabin:

• Private owner’s cabin with 2m berth

• Storage, window and hatch

Galley:

• L-shaped with white Formica tops

• Plastimo Neptune 2500 gas oven & hob

• Stainless steel sink

• Top-loading fridge with water-cooled compressor

• Waste bin

Heads:

• Manual marine toilet

• Washbasin, mirror, wet locker

• Dedicated storage

Deck Gear:

• Stainless steel coachroof grab rails

• Midship cleats

• Teak cockpit table (2020)

• Sprayhood

• Stainless steel outboard bracket

Anchoring & Mooring:

• 20kg Bruce anchor with 30m chain (2020)

• Lewmar manual windlass + capstan

• 4x Fenders, 4x Mooring warps

Tender & Outboard:

• Ecowave 2.3m inflatable dinghy

• Suzuki 2.5hp 4-stroke outboard

Navigation & Comms:

• Horizon Eclipse VHF (2020)

• Navigation lights

• Radar reflector

Safety Equipment:

• Stainless steel pushpit, pulpit & lifelines

• New liferaft (2022)

• Automatic and manual bilge pumps

• Stainless steel emergency tiller

• Jackstays

• Gas monitor

• Danbuoy

Al Bal is a fine example of a capable offshore yacht brought up to modern cruising standards while retaining her classic charm. Her upgraded rig, dependable engine, and thoughtful interior touches make her a solid choice for sailors seeking a comfortable, fast and stylish cruiser with pedigree.

Viewings are highly recommended — she’s afloat and ready to sail.