FOR SALE: TURBOCRAFT XERES 1960 - A CLASSIC YACHT WITH UNIQUE CHARM
✨ Dive into history with this Heritage Interest Vessel (BIP)
Fully restored with passion, the Turbocraft Xeres (hull number 005) is more than just a boat: it’s a real legend. Designed by the prestigious Dowty Marine yard, this 1960 model embodies elegance and innovation of the 60s. Featured on screen in James Bond "Thunderball" (1965), the Turbocraft is synonymous with timeless class and performance.
🔧 An exceptional restoration
Completed in 2023 after 18 months of restoration, much of which was carried out by expert William Faure, this boat has been meticulously renovated.
Everything has been redone, from the rubbing strip to the turbines, including mechanical finishes.
The windshield, the only original element preserved, recalls its authenticity.
Supplied with a perfect condition Oceane trailer (new brakes and bearings), for a turnkey transport solution.
📜 Certification & prestige
Classified as a Heritage Interest Vessel (BIP), Xeres is recognized for its historical and cultural value. This status, valid until 2029, enhances its unique character and appeal to collectors.
⚙️ Technical features
Yard: Dowty Marine
Model: Turbocraft
Year of manufacture: 1960
Overall length: 4.8 m
Engine: Inboard 6-cylinder Ford (51.48 kW)
Hull number: 005
Name: Xeres
💰 Price: €44,000 including taxes
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An heritage of elegance and history awaits you.
