1997 Island Packet 45Sold

The 1997 Island Packet 45 is a timeless and seaworthy cruising sailboat renowned for its quality construction and comfortable, bluewater capabilities. This 45-foot vessel is a prime example of Island Packet's dedication to producing robust, long-distance cruisers. With its traditional full keel design and cutter rig, the IP 45 is built for stability and ease of handling, making it an ideal choice for extended offshore voyages.

 The boat's interior is designed with a focus on spaciousness and practicality. It features a well-appointed saloon with comfortable seating, a fully equipped galley, and ample storage space. The master cabin and guest stateroom provide cozy sleeping quarters, and the head includes a separate shower stall for added convenience.

 Above deck, the Island Packet 45 showcases a protected aft cockpit that offers secure and comfortable sailing in various weather conditions. The high bulwarks and deep, secure decks provide safety and peace of mind while moving around the boat.

 This vessel's reputation is built on its robust construction, impeccable attention to detail, and a proven track record of circumnavigation and long-haul cruising. The 1997 Island Packet 45 is a classic and capable sailboat that appeals to sailors seeking adventure and comfort on the open sea.

At the bow is the forward head with chain locker access, stand up shower, bench seat and vanity sink. Aft of the head is the starboard double Pullman berth with storage below and hanging locker and cabinets opposite. Open salon with straight settee to port and an L-shaped settee with separate navigation station to starboard. The fold down drop leaf table is mounted on the forward bulkhead to starboard. The U-shaped galley is aft on starboard opposite of which is the port side aft cabin. Engine is situated under the cockpit with access from the aft cabin and below the companionway stairs. 

• Teak interior
• Cruisair 16,000 BTU heat/air (Two separate units, one in the forward cabin and the other in the salon.)
• 16 opening ports
• 6 12v electric fans
• 7 deck hatches
• 2 dorades
• Pull out double settee berth to starboard in main salon
• Wet locker to port  (aft head)
• JVC Bluetooth stereo
• En-suite head forward, day/guest head to port and aft. Raritan manual heads

• Wrap around design, teak sea rails on all edges
• Top loading refrigeration, separate ice box
• Gimballed 3 burner Princess stove with oven
• Double, deep, stainless steel sinks 
• Tank level indicator
• Koblenz electric toaster oven
• 12v pressurized water
• Magma BBQ on rail
• 2, 10# aluminum propane tanks

• ICOM ICM412 VHF Marine radio
• ICOM IC-M710 MF/HF Marine SSB Marine trans-reciever
• Furuno GP-33 GPS Navigator
• Richie Powerdamp compass
• Simrad radar
• ARC EPIRB 406 MHz GPS emergency beacon
• Raymarine ST7001+ autopilot
• Raymarine ST60+ depth, wind and speed displays at helm

• Island Packet 12v breaker and fuse protected AC/DC electrical panel
• Xantrex Link 2000 battery monitor/battery charger/inverter
• Powerstride 8D AGM x2 house batteries
• West Marine Group 27 isolated starting battery
• 3x 85w HQRP solar panels
• Maximum 30amp solar controller
• Hitatchi 125amp alternator

• 2022 Dealer installed Yanmar 4JH4-TE 75hp diesel

• NEW, Ullman Main; Cross Cut, Cruise; Offshore, Endurance, Polyester
  Endurance cloth. Built with 2 reefs. 4 full battens with batten
  boxes and closures. 
• NEW, Ullman Staysail; Cross Cut, Cruise; Offshore, Endurance, Polyester
  Endurance cloth. 
• 110% genoa, good condition
• NEW set of lazy jacks
• Spinnaker pole, 14'
• Whisker pole, 10'
• Harken roller furler x2
• Lines led aft through rope clutches
• Mast pulpit ("Granny bars")

•  Primary anchor - Delta 30kg, 200' 5/16" chain, 150' 3/4" rode
• Secondary anchor - Fortress FX23 (not rigged)
• Custom SS davits
• Lewmar 12v windlass with foot controls at bow and up/down switch at helm
• Lewmar Winches - #16x3, #54x2, #44x2,

• AB UL8 aluminum 8' 5" RIB ( 2020 dingy)
• Yamaha 4hp 4 stroke outboard
• Stainless steel bow, stern pulpits, stainless steel lifelines
• Winslow 4 man liferaft (registration expired)
• Dodger and Bimini
• Cockpit shower

The Company 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.