Nelson pilot boat project, it was dried out 6 months last year, epoxied and jolten hard topped. partially stripped out inside. engines are Volvo penta 100ak's. Starboard engine is running, port engine requires a head gasket, the engines is stripped and ready and the parts to do this come with the boat. The boat requires pretty much a full rewire. There is a toilet cubicle. The steering works. The radar works. Hull is in very good condition for age.... read more

Specifications: Year: 1973 LOA: 33’ Beam: 10’ 10” Draft: 2’ 9” Construction: GRP Hull: Semi-displacement HIN: 4068 Description: ‘Broadside’ has always been used for pleasure and her first owners fitted her with a large belly tank for cruises to Gibralter. She is a good, sound, robust go-anywhere boat which is also very economical and the engines have been extreemly well looked after. All windows and frames were replaced in 2002 and the stainless steel shafts and ‘P&rsqu... read more

A rare opportunity to own this 1965 classic, extensively refitted early 2023. She is fitted with a Beta 20hp, that underwent major servicing and reconditioning in May 2022. A brief summary of the work undertaken with equipment list as follows: New decks, beams and frames. New aft bulkhead, cockpit coming and cosmetic woodwork around hull. Work undertaken by professional shipwright. Hull professionally bead blasted and epoxied. Windows replaced with purpose built aluminium frames in 2020. Electrics - Blue 12 v and 240v switch panels installed, BEP Marine VSR unit, and switch panel installat... read more

Nelson 18 for sale lying near Salcombe. Quality finished bespoke open launch. She has a high free board making her a very stable and versatile launch. She is fitted with an inboard Yanmar 20hp diesel engine and has tiller steering. The gunwales, fore and aft deck and seating are in Mahogany and all the fittings are stainless steel.  Build Blue GRP Hull.  FlexiTeak Deck Wood Superstructure.   Machinery Yanmar 20 HP. Diesel. 3 Blade Bronze Prop Top Speed 8 Knots (Approx). Cruising Speed 6 Knots (Approx).   Electrics 1 x 12v Batteries.  Charged Via engine... read more

This Nelson 44 hull was manufactured in 1980 by Robert Ives at Christchurch and was fitted out at Birdham boatyard. Fuel is 300 gallons in 4 tanks. Water is 400L in 2 tanks. Lying ashore in Plymouth. 2 x 320hp Mercedes OM403 naturally aspirated V10 Diesel engines, continuous commercial rating. Video of Stbd Engine running after oil change whilst winterising cooling circuit with antifreeze solution. Approx. Engine hours, Port - 5000, Starboard - 4600. Max speed 23+ knots Cruising speed 18 knots Economy speed 12 knots 2 x self change 700HD MRF Mark lVb Gearboxes. CVT ... read more

Thornycroft/Nelson designs are synonymous with fast working craft, patrol boats and the like where sea-keeping qualities at speed were the priority. The Nelson 34, famously built on the Isle of Wight since 1962, were regularly seen on pilot duties or in use by the Royal Navy to ferry officers to their ships. When retired from service they are often fitted out as motor cruisers and enjoyed by owners who appreciate style. There are many different internal configurations on the same hull. This particular relatively early 34 has the shorter wheelhouse which gives good accommodation forward and ... read more

This is a lovely boat, first built on the south coast (Shoreham I believe) for the Navy, in 1969, and worked as a fast harbour launch in Gibralter and possibly Malta up until the turn of the (21st) century. There is an association with the navy ship "HMS Collingwood", hence the name, but I think it more likely that the association is with the training establishment HMS Collingwood in Portsmouth. She was brought back to this country and used for training up until the time the Navy sold her. There is much paperwork concerning refits etc. She was bought in 2010 and converted to a sea ... read more

'HUMBUG' was chosen by its present owner for safety, seakeeping qualities, layout, practicality, comfort, and Nelson looks, and she has never disappointed. Initially kept on a private pontoon on the tidal Beaulieu River with annual lift-outs for antifouling. Used for all-weather family excursions to Cowes and wider Solent, mostly day trips. Accommodation is spacious and comfortable for 3-4 adults with good headroom. Ample storage space. Turns on a sixpence at low speed but has plenty of power for open water. The Galley is fully equipped with crockery, cutlery, utensils, and pans (see invent... read more

Marketing Description We are delighted to present this Nelson 42 Pilot to the market, she was built by Automarine on the Isle of Wight seeing active service as a pilot boat before conversion to a cruiser. Consequently, she is built to the highest standards and has a distinct feeling of solidity. In 1996 this Nelson 42 Pilot went under a conversion and substantial process, which has continued throughout the current ownership. The end result you see today is a beautifully presented cruiser with all the creature comforts you might expect, achieved within a classic Nelson design combining the mo... read more