Atalanta 26 For Sale – A161 Amber Ellen, £Offers

Amber Ellen could be an excellent example of the Atalanta 26 but requires extensive finishing and some woodwork repairs, mainly to the decks and cockpit. She benefits from many unique modifications including wheel steering (dismantled) and tubular stainless steel toe rails.

A161 left the Fairey Marine factory in Hamble on 23 February 1962 and was the Boat Show demo boat that year. In the mid-1990s, she was given a 3 year rebuild with extra lamination layers fitted along with the unique wheel steering. She moved to Scotland in 1995, where she remains today.

The Atalanta Owners Association (AOA) are acting on the owners’ behalf to find a new owner. 

The AOA has a wealth of information and Members to assist the new owner in their task.  Atalanta restoration is a well-trodden path, and well with the capabilities of an enthusiastic amateur. The AOA is also able to assist with transport from her current location near Ullapool within the UK.

The boat has been viewed by an experienced Atalanta owner to assist in preparing this advert.  Greg will discuss the boat’s condition with a potential new owner and to show them around. If you are interested in buying this classic Bermuda rigged trailer-sailor, for less than £1000 please contact contact Greg on: 0787 147 5149, for an independent assessment of A161 Amber Elllen.

Below the water line she is sound with the exception of a small area of impact damage that would be easily repaired. She was Coppercoated several years ago. The rudder stock and blade are in good order as is the external section of the prop shaft and propeller. 

The engine has been removed from the boat, and runs.

The topside, tumblehome deck and cabin blister had been varnished but need a lot of rubbing down, repairing and re-varnishing. 

A161 Amber Ellen She has been dry stored for several years.

A161 Amber Elllen has many stainless steel fittings and modern winches.

Internally there are many original features and there is little damage.
The internal structures and cabins could be easily refurbished to be make a very appealing interior. 
The bulkhead bolts are stainless steel and the bolt hole covers are an interesting and very sensible non original design.
The keel mechanism has been refurbished.

If you are interested in buying this classic Bermuda rigged trailer-sailor, for less that £1000 please contact contact Greg on: 0787 147 5149, for an independent assessment of A161 Amber Elllen.

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