40′ Wide Beam ‘Nice One’
£59,950.00
This is a great opportunity to acquire a very manageable sized wide beam, ideal for someone who wants to cruise the wide canals and rivers of the UK, without the mooring and licencing costs usually associated with larger vessels. ‘Nice One’ (Originally named ‘Saujo’), is one of only a few boats built and fitted out by Hartford Marina Limited. The hull was re-blacked and new anodes fitted in October 2025 – it also had a hull survey conducted at this time which is available to view. Viewings are available 7 days a week by prior appointment please.
Please email us your enquiry: info@fishandduck.co.uk
Construction
Mild steel plate construction, tinted plastic windows, steel hand rails, cleats, aft sliding hatch, hardwood bow and stern doors. Light blue painted cabin sides, decks, topsides and roof and hull blacking. Titan manufactured dark blue acrylic cratch and pram hoods with zipped panels and stainless steel frames. Internally, the boat appears to be fitted out with a wooden lining closely resembling an oak-faced ply, hardwood trims, and cream vinyl head linings. Last blacked and fitted with new anodes in October 2025 - a hull survey was conducted at the same time which is available to view.
Accommodation
The spacious aft deck has a bespoke canopy with separate zipped side panels for ease of access and removable front and back panels for cruising and ventilation whilst retaining protection from the elements. There is good access to the engine bay, batteries, and LPG locker. Double doors to starboard leads down steps to-:
Master Cabin - fitted double bed with storage beneath and extension into a large double using a mattress insert.
WC/ Shower compartment on the starboard side of the main cabin which contains a white vanity unit with wash basin, electric flush cassette toilet, built-in shower cubicle with tiled wall panels, small towel radiator. Moving forward through the boat, you will find:-
Midship Galley to port - a functional U- shaped set up with fitted base units, wall mounted cupboard, tiled backsplash, mosaic tiled work top, free-standing fridge/freezer (under-counter) and LPG cooker and hob, sink and drainer, window.
Saloon - open plan with fitted units to starboard and free standing chairs, steps lead out to the well deck via double, half glazed doors.
The space is heated by a warm air diesel heater. An LPG Alde boiler for the radiators is in situ but is currently disconnected. Hot water is provided by a calorifier and immersion heater (240v).
Engine
Perkins 4-108 diesel engine coupled to a Newage PRM gearbox on to a conventional shaft drive. Single lever engine control, tachometer, and temperature gauge.
Equipment
Life ring, diesel cabin heater, fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide alarm, cassette toilet, shower, Alde Comfort Boiler (Currently disconnected, heats the radiators), MP3 player, Electrolux 12v/24v fridge, Vanette LPG oven, 4 burner hob, calorifier and immersion heater.
Electrics
12v - Yes
240v - Yes
Electrical Items: shore power hook up, galvanic isolator, Pure Sine Wave 1000w inverter, Sterling Power battery charger.
Documentation
VAT Status: Unknown - No original purchase invoice available, the VAT status of this boat cannot be proven to be paid.
RCD/RCR Compliance: This boat was build before 16th of June 1998 and is therefore not subject to Recreational Craft Regulations (SI 1996/1353) requirements.
Boat Safety Certificate: Expires 15/03/2029.
Disclaimer
Whilst every care has been taken in their preparation, the correctness of these particulars is not guaranteed. They are intended only as a guide, and they do not constitute a term of any contract. The Vendor does not make or give, and neither the Broker nor any person in its employment has any authority to make or give, any representation or warranty in relation to this vessel, in respect of which any Purchaser must rely on his own inspection. A demonstration of the vessel will be conducted once a Sale and Purchase Agreement has been signed by both the seller and buyer and a 10% deposit has been paid into the broker's client account.
Specifications
| Status | For Sale |
|---|---|
| Location | Fish and Duck Marina |
| Advertiser | Fish and Duck Leisure Ltd as broker on behalf of the seller |
| Boat Safety Certificate | 15/03/2029 |
| Vessel Name | Late Life Luxury |
| Craft Identification Number | 725758 |
| Vessel Condition | Used |
| Vessel Type | Wide Beam Cruiser Stern |
| Builder | Hartford Marina Ltd |
| Make | Hartford Marina Ltd |
| Model | 40 Wide Beam Cruiser Stern |
| Year Constructed | 1989 |
| Berths | 2 |
| Cabins | 1 |
| Number of Engines | 1 |
| Engine Model | Perkins 4.108 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Shaft drive |
| Cruising Speed | 4 mph |
| Maximum Speed | 7 mph |
| Length Overall | 40' (12.28m) |
| Beam | 9'11" (3.04m) |
| Cabin Headroom | To be confirmed |
| Hull Material | Steel plate |
| Hull Type | Flat |
| Hull Colour | Black |
| Keel Type | Other |
| Fuel Capacity | Unknown |
| Water Capacity | Unknown |
| Toilet Holding Tank | N/A |
































































