XBOAT ref :5897.
FIRST 325 PTE – Cruising Sailboat, high performance
First 325 PTE built by Bénéteau in 1984, solid, fast, and comfortable. This model remains a safe bet on the market thanks to its marine lines, pleasant interior layout, and sailing performance.
This is the PTE (Low Draft) version, particularly interesting for sailing in shallow areas, estuaries, rias, South Brittany, or certain river zones.
⚓ MAIN CHARACTERISTICS – FIRST 325 PTE
• Length overall: 10.01 m
• Beam: 3.38 m
• Reduced draft (PTE): 1.45 m – ideal for coastal navigation
• Year: 1984 – Builder: Bénéteau
• Material: Polyester – Category: B
• Engine: Volvo Penta 2002 – 19 HP – stainless steel prop shaft, bronze bipod propeller
• Sail plan: Main sail 2019 – Roller furling genoa – Spinnaker
• Electronics: autopilot, depth sounder, wind vane, wind speed indicator Raymarine – Garmin GPS – VHF
• Layout: 2 double cabins + convertible saloon – galley – marine heads
• Inflatable dinghy AD
The boat has received several recent services: engine serviced in 2022, with replacement of the elbow and exhaust hose. Its maintenance last performed in 2025 by a professional mechanic. The mainsail replaced in 2019 with very few miles. A full survey from October 2024 confirms a healthy structure, without keeling or deformation, and highlights some points to monitor or upgrade (original standing rigging, safety elements, some aesthetic details inside and outside).
⚓ ADVANTAGE POINTS OF THE FIRST 325 PTE
✔️ PTE Version: low draft highly sought after
✔️ Recent mainsail (SAILS CONCEPT 2019)
✔️ Engine starts perfectly, serviced (2025)
✔️ Raymarine electronics functional
✔️ Nice cockpit – wood interior to update
✔️ Exceptional value for money
________________________________________
⚓ Short or medium-term work to plan:
• Update of standing rigging (age-related recommendation)
• Partially review electrical system (standard compliance for batteries/terminals)
• Refinish fore cabin bracing and replace a cockpit batten
• Replace some through-hull valves as recommended by the survey
________________________________________
This FIRST 325 PTE is a safe, well-built sailboat with significant potential for a sailor wanting to navigate quickly while making targeted improvements. At this price, it offers an excellent opportunity for those looking to acquire a reliable, well-maintained cruising yacht of this particularly popular intermediate size.
More information and photos on the website xboat.fr
