Binks Spencer 31
31' cruiser-racer, VGC, well maintained, fully equipped, many extras, sailed regularly, no damage history. Set up for single-handed (solo) operation.
Loads of spares, consumables and materials. A complete sailing package, ready to go, nothing more to spend.
Reluctant sale for health reasons.
Loads of spares, consumables and materials. A complete sailing package, ready to go, nothing more to spend.
Reluctant sale for health reasons.
Region
South Australia
Location
Port Augusta Area Whyalla South Australia
Usage
Leisure
Launch Year
1976
Hull
Fibreglass/GRP Antifouled Dec 2024
HIN
AU-TSA02775W ED7
Rego
PL44S
Rego Expiry
31/10/2025
Builder
Binks Marine, Adelaide
Length
31' 0" - 9.45m
Beam
3.0 m
Draft
1.5 m
Displacement
4 t (approx)
Keel / Ballast
Fixed keel, internal lead ballast
Deck Material
Fibreglass
Engine Make
Yanmar
Engine
3-cyl diesel, inboard, heat exchanger cooling system. Engine brand-new 2019, serviced regularly by professional mechanic
Number Engines
1
Horsepower
29
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
140
2nd Engine Hrs
N/a
Fuel Consumption
2 Lph
Max Speed
8 kn
Cruise Speed
6 kn
Propulsion
Fixed pitch prop, forward and reverse gear
Thrusters
No
Genset
No
Fuel
35 L
Water
200 L in two flexible bladders underfloor
Accommodation
Fully enclosed cabin equipped with fans and lights throughout. Folding saloon table. Vanity sink with freshwaer tap
Cabins
No
Berths
Vee-berth (sleeps 2), two quarter berths, two settees
Galley
2-burner gas stove on gimbals. Sink with fresh water pump. All cutlery, plates, cups, etc. Plenty of storage space
Refrigeration
20 L built-in chest, 12 V electric
Freezer
Yes
Stove
Gas with 2 burners, mehylated spirits, gimballed
Water Maker
No
Hotwater System
No
Shower
No
Toilet
Yes, flush type, fixed installation, separate comparment for privacy
Entertainment
No
Air Conditioning
No
Dinghy
No
Outboard
No
Covers
For the binnacle and steering wheel. Boom bag. Bimini. Dodger
Ground Tackle
Main and spare anchors (3 different types with chains and ropes), electric winch
Safety Gear
Side safety railings. Deck lifelines with self-inflating life jacket & harness/ leash. One complete set of wet-weather gear. Comprehensive first-aid kit.
Bilge Pumps
One automatic electric 12 V. Two manually-operated pumps. Whale pump
Life Raft
Plastimo, 4-man
Epirb
406 MHz
Life Jackets
6
Flares
Yes
Fire Protection
4 portable extinguishers. Two fire detectors. Two fire blankets
Electrics
Yes (12 V)
Electronics
AIS. Chart plotter. Depth sounder. Auto helm. Two VHF marine transceivers (fixed and portable). One PLB. Two 2 GPS (fixed and portable)
Sail Inventory
Genoa (new 2019) on roller furler. Main (new 2018). Spinnaker with pole and all lines. Storm jibs #2 and #3. Whisker pole
Mast / Rigging
Standing rigging s/s (new 2018). Spars and running rigging inspected and replaced as necessary 2018
Deck Gear
All good condition, set up for single-handed sailing from the cockpit. Bording ladder and platform at stern.
Presentation
Remarks
Boat in survey to Dec 2029. Antifouled Dec 2024. Hull excellent condition, no osmosis. Prop good condition (new 2019). Three lead-acid 12V batteries (2 house, 1 for engine starting, all new in Jan 2025), may be coupled together, solar panel recharger. Boat is berthed in Whyalla marina. Comprehensively insured.
ABOUT THE SELLER
Michael
Whyalla
South Australia 5600 Australia
South Australia 5600 Australia