Spirit 28 “Minstrel” – Capable Bluewater Yacht

Minstrel is a Spirit 28 sailing yacht that was being prepared for an extended cruise to South-East Asia, but is now offered for sale due to time constraints associated with the owner’s visa.

She is a solid fibreglass yacht with a fin keel and spade rudder, offering good performance, responsive handling, and a proven reputation as a capable offshore design.

Hull, Keel & Steering

Solid fibreglass hull
Fin keel
Spade rudder
Designed for capable offshore and coastal sailing

Rig & Deck Layout

Bow roller fitted
All control lines led aft to the cockpit for easy single-handed sailing
New mainsheet traveller
Fresh running rigging (excluding halyards)

Ground Tackle

10kg plough anchor
30m of 8mm galvanised chain
50m nylon rode
Additional sand anchor with:
- 15m chain
- 30m line

Engine & Mechanical

Bukh 10hp marine diesel engine
Regularly serviced
Reliable and well-suited to the vessel

Sails

Current sail inventory in serviceable condition
Owner had planned to upgrade to dedicated offshore sails

Interior & Accommodation

Comfortable V-berth forward
Large chart table
Jabsco marine toilet (requires servicing)
Practical layout for extended cruising or liveaboard use

Electrical

Electrical system operational
Would benefit from refreshing or updating, depending on buyer’s plans

Mooring & Tender

Freshly installed mooring included at Nedlands Yacht Club
Tender included
Yacht club membership approximately $2,500

Summary

Minstrel represents a genuine opportunity for a buyer seeking a capable, simply equipped cruising yacht with a mooring already in place. While some systems would benefit from further refinement, the fundamentals are solid, and the yacht is well set up for coastal cruising with offshore aspirations.

Inspections are welcome, preferably in the morning before the sea breeze builds.