1979 Westsail 43'
13.11 m
1979 Westsail 43' 43
- 13.11 m
- Diesel
- Sail
- Cutter
1979 Westsail 43
43' (13.11 m) Alohay
The WESTSAIL 43 retains its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base.
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1979 Westsail 43' 43
- 13.11 m
- Diesel
- Sail
- Cutter
$ 79,500 USD
$ 111,551 CAD*€ 68,222 Euros*£ 59,265 GBP*
Description
This 1979 Westsail 43 Aft Cockpit, Hull #51, is a rare and highly desirable bluewater cruiser, one of only 61 built by the Westsail Corporation in California. Designed by renowned naval architect William Crealock and sharing the rugged, proven hull of the famous Westsail 42, chosen by Walter Cronkite for his ocean voyages, this cutter is built for serious offshore passagemaking.
Hull #51 features the sought-after tall rig, enhancing light-air performance and offering a balanced, versatile sail plan. Unlike many Westsails finished by owners, this vessel was professionally completed at the factory, ensuring superior craftsmanship and a high-quality fit-out throughout. The aft cockpit layout provides excellent protection and ample deck space, ideal for handling sails and steering in challenging conditions.
Below decks, the traditional, warm interior boasts generous headroom, abundant storage, and a functional layout perfect for extended cruising or living aboard. Strong, capable, and timeless, this Westsail 43 embodies the true spirit of ocean voyaging, ready to “Westsail the World” with confidence and style. It’s a rare opportunity for sailors seeking a dependable, well-crafted bluewater yacht built to go the distance.
Listing agent: Matthew Hedrick - matt@beaufortyachtsales.com
LOA42'
LOA Inch11''
LOA13.08''
LOD42'
Beam13'
Beam Inch6''
Draft Max Feet5'
Draft Max Inch11''
Head Room Feet6'
Head Room Inch2''
Bridge Clearance Feet62'
Bridge Clearance Inch5''
Fuel Tank (Gallons)205
Fuel Tank (Liters)776.01
Fresh Water (Gallons)354
Fresh Water (Liters)1340.04
Holding Tank (Gallons)5
Holding Tank (Liters)18.93
TypeSail
ConditionUsed
Specifications
Alohay
WSSK00510279
Yes
42'11" (13.08 Meters)
Sail-Used
1979
13'6"
33'4"
5'11"
2
8
1
1
1
6'2"
8 Knots
6 Knots
Diesel
Fiberglass
Monohull
62'5"
205 Gallons (776.01 Liters)
354 Gallons (1340.04 Liters)
5 Gallons (18.93 Liters)
31500
William Crealock
Westsail Corp. USA
Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Perkins
- ModelEngine Model: 4236
- YearEngine Year: 1980
- Power HPPower HP: 85.00
- Power KWPower KW: 63.38
- Feul TypeFeul Type: Diesel
- HoursHours: 2500.00
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Interior Features & Accommodations
- Spacious Salon with two settees
- Convertible Dinette
- Teak and Holly Flooring
- New Upholstery and Interior Paint/Varnish (2022)
- 6'2" Headroom
- Sleeping Accommodations: 3 Double Berths, 2 Single Berths
- Abundant Storage Throughout
- Ventilation: Numerous Bronze opening ports(13) and hatches
- Hella Fans x4 (2023)
Galley & Plumbing
- Shipmate S/S 3-Burner Propane Stove with Oven
- 110V Refrigerator
- Ice Box
- Fresh Water Foot Pump (Galley)
- Jabsco 12V Pressure Hot and Cold Water
- Isotemp 8 Gal. Water Heater (2023)
- Dockside Water Inlet with Regulator
- Shower with Stall
- Shower Sump Pump(inoperable)
- La-Vac Manual Marine Head (2022)
- Y-Valve
- Taylor Kerosene Heater
Electronics & Navigation
- B&G Chartplotters at Cockpit(2022)
- B&G Triton 2 Display
- Furuno GPS (at chart table)
- Standard Horizon VHF Radios (x2)
- Richie Binnacle Compass
- EPIRB
- Radar (Inoperable)
- Wind Instruments (Inoperable)
- Autopilot (Inoperable)
Electrical Systems
- 12V DC / 110V AC System with original Hestsail panel
- Heart Interface Battery Monitor
- 8D AGM House Bank Battery (2023)
- Group 31 Starting Battery (2025)
- Battery Charger & Inverter
- Isolator
- Balmar High Output Alternator
Mechanical & Safety Systems
- Exhaust Bow (2025)
- Dual Racor Fuel Filters (2021)
- Raw Water Strainer (2022)
- Oil Pressure Alarm
- Fuel Shut-Off Valves
- Fresh Water Cooled Engine
- Electric Bilge Pump
- Manual Bilge Pump
- Fire Extinguishers (x5)
- 2 Safety Harnesses and Jacklines
Deck & Exterior
- Edson Folding Cockpit Table
- Pedestal Base Awlgrip (2022)
- Original Non-Skid Decks Awlgrip (2022)
- Aluminum Stanchions Powder Coated and Bedded (2022)
- Lifelines (2022)
- Canvas Covers (hatches, dorades, boxes, handrails) – (2024)
- Bronze Opening Ports (13)
- Hatches (4) with Covers
- Aft Cockpit
- S/S Boarding Ladder
- Bimini (2022)
- Dodger (Restitched) (2022)
- Handrails (2024)
- Blister Repairs Completed (2021)
- S/S Bow Pulpit with New Teak (2022)
- Dorade Boxes with Covers, Restored (2024)
- Search Light
- Taylor Fenders (6)
- 3-Blade Propeller + Spare
Anchoring & Ground Tackle
- Lofrans 12V Windlass, Foot switches + Cockpit Controls
- 50 lb Bruce Anchor with 300’ Chain and Rode
- Large Danforth Anchor with 300’ Chain and Rode
- 10 USCG-Approved Life Jackets
Rigging & Sails
- Mainsail with 3 Reefs (Restitched) (2024)
- Spare Mainsail
- Jib – Spintech Roller Furler
- Staysail – Spintech Roller Furler
- Jib and Staysail
- Mainsail Cover (2024)
- Roller Furling System
- Jiffy Reefing Type
- Travelers & Boom Vang
- Whisker Pole
- Backstay
- Running Rigging (2021)
- Standing Rigging (1998)
Winches
- 2 x Barient #28 Primary (Cockpit)
- 2 x Barient #22 Secondary (Cockpit)
- 2 x Barient #17 (Coach Roof for Staysail)
- 2 x Barlow #21 (On Mast – 2021).
- 2 x Barlow #19 (On Mast – 2021)
Docking & Mooring Equipment
- 8 Sampson Braid Docklines (2023)
Beaufort Yacht Sales offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Contact
For more information about this yacht, please contact Matthew Hedrick We look forward to working with you!
For more information about this yacht, please contact Matthew Hedrick. We look forward to working with you!
For more information about this yacht, please contact Matthew Hedrick.
