1975 Reliance 44 Sold Boat in Daytona, FL US

Offered for your consideration is this highly capable Bluewater Cruiser. This is the reliance 44 / hull number 4 out of 45. Of the 45 built, 42 are still in existence most of which have circumnavigated. Hull number 4 has transatlantic or two under her keel.

Her sleek and fast Hull was completely laid by hand, the first in a temperature and humidity controlled environment in the industry! She's laid up with a one inch end cut balsa core making her hull among the strongest and most solid in the market. Additionally you benefit from the thermal and sound deadening insulation. After one night that will be tremendously appreciated.

As stated this is a fast hull, 200 mile days are not uncommon.

Recent work includes Rebuild of the Perkins 4107, new rudder, rebuilt Wagner hydraulic steering, new prop, new shaft, new cutless bearings ( shaft and rudder shoe), new packing, through hulls cleaned lubed and rebedded , removal of obsolete electronics in the hull, new mast boot, rebuilt the Morris controls and new cables. New bottom paint and new top side paint.

Also included but not installed is a Wagner hydraulic autopilot system, wind generator , data Marine system, Pure water desalination system, and Groce type k porcelain head, New in box Intex Marine vapor warning system. Tons of miscellaneous bits, pieces, equipment et cetera.

Boat comes with 2 sets of sails in remarkable condition.

The rig on this boat is strong and powerful. It features Proctor tapered masts , all stays and shrouds are 3/8 inch stainless cable and every termination has a stay lock fitting, 43 and all!!! North Sea turnbuckles couple them to the massive chain plates, Meisner self tailing wenchs, 2 x4 teak toe rails with stainless scuppers to name a few pieces of serious equipment put into this boat.

This fine vessel should still considered a light project. She needs a bit of updating to her cabin. mainly paint varnish and perhaps some wall covering. I find it a bit on the dark side. Look at the photos and you can see the quality work that was put into it her salon as well as what needs to be done. the simple open layout it's perfect for live aboard, the V birth is enormous. She even has a cedar lined closet in the master suite.

Look closely at the photos of this fine Bluewater Cruiser and her features and decide for yourself if this is for you.

selling prices the range between 80 and $200,000. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to have a boat of this quality and size at this price. Owner is available for consultation as well as performing any work her new owner may require. Feel free to call with any questions Chris 386 868 7978