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2008 BENETEAU 49 “TOPAZ”
Asking Price: $279,900
Location: Solomons, MD
INTRODUCTION:
Cruising World Boat of the Year Award 2007 – “Best Full-Sized Production Cruiser Category”
It’s a treat for us to come across a yacht so meticulously updated or a couple so focused on preparing for some serious passage-making. Purchased in 2023 in Maine, they went over every feature, every system, and embarked on a plan to make her even better. The goal? Serious ocean passage making: the Caribbean, Europe and beyond. The latest systems, updated rig, new main, new standing rigging, new cockpit canvas, the best solar panels & power management, new dinghy/outboard and MANY other amazing upgrades and features. The vast list of updates goes far beyond just the major enhancements expressed in this highly detailed listing.
A touch of super yacht styling in an affordable package, this brilliant renovated 2008 Beneteau 49, TOPAZ, offers all the performance and accommodation of a much larger yacht in the sub-50’ category. To truly enjoy an off-shore passage, you need some mass underfoot. At around 30,000 to 35,000 pounds (loaded), an adventurous couple can travel fast, far and wide in comfort, style and safety – across oceans or around the world as desired.
Beneteau fine tunes the big boat feel and offers true blue water performance. She’s as easy to handle in a big blow as she is around the dock. Her spacious cockpit is easy to navigate and offers ample space for electronics at just the right locations. All sailing gear is at arm’s length. She enjoys blue water thoughtful touches like built-in life raft storage in the stern and high cockpit coamings for comfort and safety.
Her interior, by Italian firm Nauta Designs, famous for megayacht interiors, provides a layout below that is safe to navigate in spirited seas w/plenty of handholds from bow to stern. In this highly sought after three-stateroom layout, both fore and aft cabins are spacious and accommodating with abundant storage.
When off-watch during a passage, one crew can lounge tucked into an aft berth below the cockpit while the on-watch crew is just a few feet away, visually through the opening ports into the cockpit or just a tap on the floor away from the helm.
Her cockpit, rig, gear, and decks are laid out for a couple to manage easily - single-handed sailing is a breeze when the rest of your crew is off-watch. Oversized all-electric cockpit winches do all the work, making this big boat feel much smaller for a cruising couple in a big blow while maintaining the safety and comfort that this big yacht provides.
DECK LAYOUT & SYSTEMS:
This is a big boat with a clean and uncluttered cabin top, easy-to-navigate wide side decks, and a huge comfortable cockpit. The long benches, large drop-down table leaves, twin wheels, all-new canvas, complete set of modern electronics, and ALL power primary and secondary winches make TOPAZ a pure joy to sail.
Her simple sloop sail plan is designed for easy management in choppy seas as well as when setting anchor. A huge dedicated sail/storage locker forward, right behind the large anchor/windlass locker helps you keep the boat neat and organized at all times. Shrouds come down to the deck inboard of the toe rail so navigating fore and aft along the deck is easy on both the low and high side even with an athletic heel.
Starting at the bow and moving aft:
Stainless steel open bow pulpit w/step & LED nav lights
Navigation lights replaced w/Aqua Signal LEDs, new wiring pulled through yacht back to harness (2024)
Forespar ML-2LED steaming /deck light combo (2024)
(1) Opening deck hatch (20" x 20") to storage space
Forward huge storage locker for deck gear, dock gear, spinnaker, wash down system
(2) Shelves (port – starboard) in forward deck storage locker
Replaced cabin top hatch lenses (6) with new Lewmar lenses (2024)
Coach roof hatches have combo sliding screens and shades
Replacing main salon fixed skylight (scheduled install Oct 2024)
Double vinyl coated lifelines w/ gates (2021)
Teak toe rail surrounding deck
(2) teak handrails on coach roof just forward of dodger
(2) SS handrails at forward end of coach roof
(3) Cockpit stowage lockers: (1) shallow at port bench, (2) deep at port and starboard helm seats
Teak inlaid cockpit seats and cockpit floor
Sunbrella cockpit cushions w/color matched pillows and cushion piping
Cockpit/companionway teak cleaned/refreshed; 2 kits Snappy Teak Cleaner & 2qts Semco (2024)
Installed SS Perko Scuppers on chain locker drains (2023)
All new dark blue Sunbrella bimini, dodger, connector, dodger window protective covers, and new grab rails (2024)
Stainless steel pulpit aft
A/T Super Arch Atlantic Towers Super Sail Arch extra high capacity, 2" ID super-sized tubing, adjusts to fit 120” to 170” (2021)
Magma stainless steel BBQ gas grill (2023)
Life buoy holder, outboard motor bracket, & flag staff
Lifesling MOB device
(2) Compasses, one at each helm position
GRP cockpit table w/2 drop leaves fitted w/locker, bottle stowage & SS grab rail
Aft surface of table support serves as a bottle/drink holder
(2) West Marine waterproof 6.5” two-way cockpit speakers
(2) Winch handle holders: (1) aluminum & (1) stainless steel
12 Volt socket at cockpit table
(2) 30A shore supply receptacles at starboard swim platform (w/new galvanic isolators in 2024)
Self-draining teak cockpit flooring
Whaler manual bilge pump w/handle
Two-bottle gas locker w/aluminum propane bottles
Access gate to swim platform pivots open/closed on pantograph track for easy use
Life raft locker w/double door built into transom
Viking six-man life raft in quick-release case in stern locker (expired March 2024)
Teak swim platform
Swim ladder with teak steps to starboard
Hot & cold cockpit shower and hose w/new shower head in (2023)
Highfield 310 Hypalon dinghy w/aluminium floor (2023)
Suzuki 15hp 4-stroke outboard motor (2023)
DECK GEAR:
(2) Lewmar 65 electric primary genoa sheet winches on coaming right next to port and starboard helm stations for easy single-handed sailing
(2) Lewmar 46 electric winches on coach roof for fully push-button sail handling
(2) Aluminium winch handles & (2) handle holders (one aluminum and one stainless steel)
RIG:
Fractional 9/10 anodized aluminium deck stepped mast w/in-mast furling system
Mainsail furler hardware refreshed (reported done in 2021)
All standing rigging replaced (2021)
Twin sets of aft swept spreaders
Anodized aluminium boom w/outhaul (new boom buckle added 2024)
Stainless steel shrouds and stays (2021)
Mainsail furling system in and out operation via coach roof electric winch
Genoa roller furling system controlled at cockpit coach roof w/electric winch
Stainless steel chainplates are taken to the inner molding w/stainless steel tie rods, promoting superior hull rigidity and easy passage up/down the side decks on flat water as well as under sail while heeled
RUNNING RIGGING:
Running rigging is led to the cockpit (much of it has been replaced in 2023 & 2024)
(11) coach roof line stoppers
Running rigging comprises: main halyard, genoa halyard w/jammer & cleat on mast, boom topping lift w/cleat on mast, mainsail foot outhaul, mainsheet w/track and (2) genoa sheets
Rigid boom vang w/block & tackle
Boom vang rebuilt – new tubes, spring, seat, bushing (2024)
Genoa sheets one set 1/2;” and one set 5/8” New England Sta-Set (2023)
Spinnaker halyard, Samson MLX3, 3/8” (2024)
Mainsheet line replaced w/ STA-SET ½” (2024)
Add new Harken mainsheet blocks (2024)
Boom gooseneck knuckle & bolts replaced (2024)
Boom vang control line – 3/8” length 56’ Samson MLX3 (2024)
New genoa halyard installed - New England Viper ½” @ 140’ (2024)
SAILS:
TOPAZ is a powerful yacht, capable of handling some spritely ocean sea conditions but she's also set up to be easily and comfortably handled by a cruising couple. With electric winches (ALL of them), nearly all lines led aft to the cockpit, primary winches right next to both helm stations, these are the features that make her a joy to sail. Anchoring and docking is a breeze with the help of her bow thruster. Below the waterline, her spade rudder and bulb keel helps her back like a car into a snug slip when needed. New standing rigging, new mainsail, new mainsail furler, all equip you to head offshore right now.
New performance QUANTUM furling tri-radial in Challenge Palma 13 mainsail (2024)
NEIL PRIDE furling genoa w/135% overlap, reinforced w/anti-UV protection strip
Genoa inspection, refresh & tack repair (2024)
Asymetrical spinnaker inspected/cleaned/new sail bag (2023)
Mainsheet led back to port electric cabin top winch for push button sail handling
Furling genoa w/drum on deck, furling line led back to the cockpit to port electric cabin top winch for push button sail handling
(2) Genoa tracks w/adjustable cars on side decks
MOORING & ANCHORING:
Welded stainless steel bow fitting, recently reconfigured with addition of new anchor guard system (2024)
(2) Bow rollers w/ permanent anchor stowage
Mantus anchor (88lb), Mantus swivel, Mantus bridle (2024)
Additional 105# Mantus storm anchor w/Mantus swivel
AACO G43 Chain 3/8”, 250’ (2024)
Lewmar 1600W vertical windlass w/ remote control
Self-draining anchor rode/chain anchor locker beneath deck hatch
Anchor washdown pump (2022)
(8) Stainless steel mooring cleats w/rub strakes
Lewmar bow thruster w/joystick control at helm
STEERING:
Under-hung spade rudder w/stainless steel stock
Double helm position in cockpit aft:
(2) 36" dia. steering wheels w/leather covers
Emergency tiller access point & emergency tiller (stowed below decks)
Steering system cables & chains replaced since new (date unknown)
ELECTRONICS & NAVIGATION:
Major electronics just updated in the fall of 2023 with the latest suite of gear from Garmin. Bonus duplication of main displays at both helm stations. Large MFD touch screen radar/chart plotters at helm and chart table. TOPAZ is so easy for a cruising couple to handle. Single-handed sailing is a breeze.
Traditional nav stations seem to be vanishing with modern yacht design. Not on TOPAZ. Her full-function station offers ample paneling for current and future electronics. She has a real chart table and easy access to systems and wiring. Helm electronics are perfectly situated for easy access on all points of sail.
Garmin GPSMap 1243 GN+ chart plotter (2023)
Garmin GPSMap 943 GN+ chart plotter (2023)
Garmin GMR18 xHD3 48nm range dome radar (2023)
Garmin Reactor 40 autopilot mechanical/retrofit/solenoid core pack, CCU (2023)
GHC 50 control head (2023)
(3) GMI20 remote marine multi-function display instruments (2023)
ICOM M424G VHF radio (2023)
Command Mic IV super white, 6.1m/20ft extension cable to use with COMMANDMIC III/IV (2023)
Standard Horizon HX-210 portable VHF radio mounted at nav station
VHF antenna SS whip, right angle bracket, 65’ RRG 213/U marine white atop mast (2023)
Seaview aluminum radar mast mount (2023)
Garmin GRF10 rudder feedback sensor (2023)
Autopilot actuator arm, cleaned, descaled, refinished w/ POR15, new fasteners (2023)
Installed new thru-hull fitting for combo depth/speed instrument (2023)
Remote mic wiring to starboard binnacle for new remote mic, ICOM HM195 (2024)
AIS & antennae splitter switch added, arch light switch replaced (blue sea systems contour switches) + wiring to fuse block (2024)
Fuse block and relay for electronics added, including new wiring (2023)
(MRP) GMI wired start pack 52 includes wind transducer GND 10 black box bridge
Airmar DST810 thru-hull smart transducer (2023)
ACR AIS Link CB2 Class B+ AIS bundle (2023)
ACR GlobalFix, V5 EPIRB, AIS CAT, 2 EPIRB, rapid ditch express bag, Hemi-Light 3 (2023)
MapTech chart books (2023)
Fusion MS-RA70 Bluetooth multi-zone stereo head unit
Sony 6.5” two-way speakers (main salon)
West Marine 6.5” two-way speakers (cockpit)
32” Samsung Frame LED TV in main salon
INTERIOR LAYOUT & OVERVIEW:
Step below via gradual gently sloping companionway stairs to a spacious and rare two-cabin layout below. TOPAZ has a huge salon, full size nav station with plenty of room for all your passage making electronics. Her galley provides a ton of counter space, abundant storage, and large fridge/freezer space for extended passages. Sleeping cabins fore and aft are so spacious, either can be used as an 'owner' space. The forward owner’s stateroom, with the larger dedicated en-suite head, is perfect at anchor with ample opening ports for ventilation. In a seaway, her aft cabins are huge, safe and comfortable underway with plenty of useful storage, large lockers and opening ports for ventilation. Throughout the interior spaces, owners will realize the huge benefits of TOPAZ’s 14'-9" beam.
Spacious three-cabin layout with owner’s master stateroom forward and two guest cabins aft to port and starboard
Two private en-suite heads
CruisAir reverse-cycle air conditioning and heat, two-zone (salon unit replaced 2024)
Webasto Air Top EVO 55 12V Diesel Heater installation throughout yacht interior, bow to stern
Gourmet L-shaped galley to port of companionway
Traditional full navigation station with large chart table to starboard of companionway
Spacious salon with U-shaped dining seating to port, arm-rest seating to starboard
Centerline walk-around v-berth queen sized bed forward, 6’4’’ headroom has private en-suite head
Twin matching mirrored aft guest staterooms
MAIN SALON:
The daylight flooding the salon is enticing. The space is huge and comfortable for lounging or entertaining. TOPAZ has a satin cherry interior that presents as modern, sleek, yet sumptuous. Her forward facing nav station is part of the social space or a good station for your sous chef during gourmet meal prep. Every possible nook and cranny provides additional storage for long range cruising.
Reverse cycle AC/heating system, 16,000 BTU (2024)
A/C units (pump and hoses) flushed with barnacle buster (2024)
Webasto Air Top EVO 55 12V Diesel Heater installation throughout vessel (2024)
Salon companionway steps w/non-slip surface
For safety, it has four stainless steel handrailsForward-facing chart table w/lid & wood fiddle
(2) Hinged lockers, closed shelf storage
Drawer & closed locker w/shelves under chart table Leather trimmed stainless steel handrail
12 Volt / 110 Volt electrical panel with 12 Volt socket
Navigator's seat w/locker for 3000W inverter/battery charger
Radioplayer w/two speakers
(1) 110V duplex receptacle
Double settee w/ movable center armrest
(2) Closed stowage units and shelves along the hull Port & starboard shelves w/stainless steel fiddles
U-shaped dining table/settee & (4) cushions
Stowage under settees, (2) removable seats
Pivoting salon table w/folding leaf
Bar unit situated between the forward bulkhead & the settee backrest, & stowage along the hull
(4) Closed shelves along the hull
(2) Hull ports (1 port/1 starboard) with curtains
(1) Panoramic window w/folding blinds
(1) Opening deck hatch w/ blind/screen
(2) Opening deck hatches w/Oceanair combination screen/privacy curtain
(2) Fixed side windows to port, (1) to starboard w/pleated blinds
Chart table lighting: (1) overhead light & (1) striplight for white/red lighting
Salon lighting: (5) LED overhead lights, mood lighting under shelves
Companionway lighting: (2) LED overhead lights, switch for mood lighting, switch for halogen lights
Marine carbon monoxide alarm system (wired into vessel)
32” LED Samsung Frame TV in main salon
GALLEY:
Too often, yacht designers neglect galley space in favor of other aspects of a yacht interior. Not so on TOPAZ. She has TONS of counter space, TONS of deep storage, deep and spacious fridge/freezers, and the galley is appropriately architecturally connected to the main salon. At the same time, chefs will find it easy to brace between the sink island and L-shaped galley space when preparing a meal in bouncy seas.
Rectangular stainless steel double sink
Hot & cold pressurized mixer tapSeagull Water Filtration System + spare filter (2023)
Gimballed 3-burner stainless steel stove w/oven &stainless steel safety bar
(2) 10# aluminum propane tanks under cockpit floor
34-gallon front-opening 12 Volt refrigerator
26-gallon top-opening GRP freezer w/12 Volt refrigeration unitSynthetic resin worktop under companionway hatch behind stairs
110 Volt Tappan microwave oven operates on shore power or inverter(1) Locker w/double door under sink & waste bin
(1) Stowage unit w/three lockers, towel holder & shelves Locker w/sliding stainless steel vegetable rack
(2) Closed shelves for stowage, cutlery drawer
(1) Shelf w/stainless steel fiddle(1) Opening port in coaming
Galley lighting: (3) halogen overhead lights,(1) light over stove, mood lighting under shelf, (1) 110V duplex outlet
Magma Nesting Cookware (2023)
OWNER'S STATEROOM FORWARD:
Spacious, broad, with high ceilings, TOPAZ has a huge owner's suite forward. Well-lit and ventilated with a large private head & shower, her queen-sized is easy for a couple to access on port and starboard. Large hanging lockers, drawers, nooks and crannies all provide abundant storage.
Headroom: 6'4"
Queen berth: 6'7" x 5'3" island berth w/high-density
Master stateroom latex mattress replaced (2023)
Ample stowage space: large drawer under berth, locker
w/clothes locker under hanging section
(2) Lockers to either side of berth
Hanging locker
Dressing table w/mirror & locker
(2) High closed shelves either side of berth
Large overhead opening hatch over bed with roller blind/screen
Opening hatch with blind/screen
(2) Fixed hull ports (1 each side of hull) w/curtains
(3) Halogen overhead lights and (2) reading lights
(1) 110 Volt socket beside dressing table
Cabin fan
OWNER’S FORWARD HEAD & SHOWER:
One-piece molded head compartment w/separate shower w/curved pivoting plexiglass shower door
Quiet flush 12 Volt electric marine toilet
Synthetic resin worktop & washbasin
Hot & cold mixer tap,
Mirror replaced with new (2023)
Locker w/closed shelf above
Locker under basin w/waste bin & paper holder
Opening deck hatch with roller blind/screen
Holding tank easy access behind cabinet door front
(3) Halogen overhead lights w/switch
Forward head toilet base replaced (2024)
New head motor/pump installed (2024)
AFT DAY/GUEST HEAD & SHOWER:
One-piece molded head compartment w/separate shower w/double folding door
Quiet-flush electric marine macerating toilet
21-gallon rigid holding tank
Synthetic resin countertop & washbasin
Hot & cold mixing tap
Mirror replaced (2023)
(2) Large closed lockers, glass holder & locker beneath
Wash basin w/accessories
(1) Fixed side window w/curtain & (1) opening port
(3) overhead LED lights & switch
TWIN AFT CABINS:
Headroom: 6'7"
Double berths: 6'7" x 5'3" mattresses
Starboard mattress replaced w/latex mattress (2024)
Hanging lockers in both cabins
Openings and lightings: (2) fixed hull ports w/curtains,
(2) opening ports in coaming, (2) cockpit ports, (2) opening deck hatches with blinds and screens (4) LED overhead lights w/switch, (4) LED reading lights, (2) 110 Volt sockets
Cabin fans
PLUMBING SYSTEMS:
Fresh water: 150 gallon water tanks (split into two tanks)
Electric pressure water pump w/filter
Replaced sink drain, shower sump & raw water head feed hoses w/Shields 148 at forward head (2023)
Main water pump (fresh water) Jabsco Parmax HD5 & Jabsco accumulator (2024)
(2) Rotomolded water tanks fixed to the inner hull liner (63 gal under port aft cabin berth & 87 gal under fore cabin berth)
(2) stainless steel deck fillers for water
Cockpit shower w/hot and cold water
(2) electric shower drain sump pumps
(3) Bilge pumps (one manual and 2 electric) (1) Electric pump for icebox drainage
11-gal electric water heater
Main bilge pump replaced – Johnson Viking (2024)
Rule high water alarm
Aft head holding tank removed, cleaned & re-installed (2023)
Replaced forward head shower sump switch & electronic pump shut off delay (2023)
Replaced forward head shower sump pump. Whale Gulper 220 (2023)
All head hoses, holding tank hoses & Y valves replaced (2023)
Removed & cleaned forward holding tank (2023)
Replaced forward head toilet water pump, ParMax 4 HD.
Forward head Y-valve & all hoses. Sheilds Poly-X & 148 hoses (2023)
Groco thru-hull (6) replaced (2023)
Anchor washdown pump (2022)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS:
Yacht systems need to be cleanly configured, easily accessed, customizable, and reliable for serious passage making. Between the engine, genset, and solar panels, PIXIE DUST can spend weeks at sea covering all your electrical needs with ease.
Two-zone reverse cycle AC/heating systems, 26,000 BTU total
Salon AC/heating system replaced16K BTU (2024)
AC/heating raw water feed manifold at through-hull replaced (2024)
(3) LG NeON 2 400-watt 72 cell PV module, silver frame, bifacial solar panels with a total of 1200-watts (2021)
(3) Victron SmartSolar MPPT charge controller (100V-30A) (2022)
Xantrex ProWatt 3000W inverter under starboard salon seating
Installed Victron Galvanic Isolators (2), for both 30A shore power legs (2024)
House bank batteries replaced with (3) Lifeline 4D AGM (2024)
Backlit electrical panel: (10) 12 Volt switches, (11) fused switches & (4) 110 Volt switches
Replaced Multi-Function Display Board on 12V panel (2023)
12 Volt cigarette lighter socket
110 Volt double pole circuit breakers
110 Volt -12 Volt voltmeter.
Water gauge & fuel gauge w/central LCD screen Low battery and low diesel tank alarms
(2) 200 Amp service battery vouchers
(1) 105 Amp engine start battery voucher
Battery charging: 110 Volt shore supply w/40 Amp
battery charger & 50' cable
80 Amp alternator coupled to the engine
12 Volt Power distributor
Lightning grounding for the rigging
(7) 110 Volt sockets
Replaced overhead lights with dimmable LEDs SP-G4-963-WW (2023)
(7) LED reading lights, (24) LED overhead lights, ambient lighting under shelves
Bow & stern nav lights, steaming light, fore deck light Anchor light/masthead navigation light, ALL LED (2023)
Cable conduits for optional new/updated wire runs
ENGINE & MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT:
Yanmar 4JH4TE – 76 hp (948 hours)
Turbo rebuilt (2024)
Replaced water hose to exhaust elbow (2024)
Replaced tachometer, hour meter, digital readout (retained original & accurate 948 engine hours)
2000-T/S MAX PROP service (2024)
Cutlass Bearing replaced (2023)
Repaired stuffing box flush line fitting, replaced brass OEM w/SS (2023)
Haul out to replace thru-hull fittings, ball valves, & tail pieces both heads (2023)
Replaced top & bottom rudder bearings (2023)
Westerbeke 7.6kW diesel genset w/sound shield in starboard cockpit locker (191 hours)
Genset heat exchanger service (2021)
Engine bed integrated into hull liner, soundproofed
with insulating foam
Access under companionway steps, through an
opening supported by gas struts
Stainless steel propeller shaft w/GRP protection
Roto-molded 63 gal fuel tank w/electronic gauge
Seawater filter & diesel fuel filter/water separator
Engine panel w/integral key start & push button stop in cockpit at starboard helm
YACHT DIMENSIONS:
LOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49'6"
HullLength ..............................48'5"
LWL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43'8"
Beam .......................................14'9"
Displacement ...........................28,517lbs(approx)
Sail Area ...................................1,173sqft
Draft (standard)………………....5'9”
Ballast (standard) ......................9,480lbs
Fuel capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..62 gal
Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150 gal
Auxiliary .....................................76hp
Hull Design: Berret-Racoupeau
Interior Design: Nauta Yachts
Rig Dimensions:
Mast . . .Classic . . . .Furler
I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55'9" . . . .55'9"
J . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18'5" . . . .18'5"
P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51'8" . . . .50'4"
E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18'4" . . . .18'4"
CONSTRUCTION:
Hull of hand-laid solid GRP bonded to a structural grid/hull liner of directional fiberglass/GRP for a strong, stiff, light composite. Vinylester hull barrier coat to resist osmotic blistering and zone-specific stitchmat laminates for specific increased strength optimization.
Cored GRP sandwich construction for stiffness, thermal and acoustic insulation and lighter weight. Solid fiberglass reinforcements in high load areas. Integral unidirectional GRP deck beams for added strength. Main bulkheads bonded 360° to the hull and deck for rigid torsional and compressive strength.
DISCLAIMER:
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.