The 1982 Dufour 4800 is a well-maintained and thoughtfully upgraded cruising sailboat, offering a perfect balance of performance, comfort, and autonomy.
Her Volvo Penta MD11C 25 HP engine was fully rebuilt in June 2024, ensuring reliable operation, while recent upgrades such as a new two-blade propeller (2022), renewed standing rigging (2023), and a modernized electrical system with 450W solar panels (2025) enhance both safety and efficiency.
The hull was treated in 2022 with no signs of osmosis, and key structural components, including the shaft and fittings, were replaced, reflecting consistent and careful ownership.
Designed for comfortable onboard living, the yacht accommodates up to six guests across two double cabins and a convertible saloon berth.
She features a fully equipped galley with a gas stove, oven, and 12V refrigerator, as well as a bathroom with a manual Jabsco head.
On deck, recent improvements include a new bimini, upgraded cockpit cushions, anti-slip painted surfaces, and an extended swim platform with an outdoor shower.
The boat is well-equipped for extended cruising or charter use, with a generous water capacity of 350 liters, comprehensive safety gear, multiple sails in excellent condition, and additional equipment such as a dinghy with outboard engine, kayak, paddleboard, and snorkeling gear.
Importantly, she holds a valid charter license for up to 2 crew and 4 passengers until August 2026, making her an attractive turnkey opportunity ready for delivery at the end of May.
For prospective buyers wishing to view the boat, please note that the owner is currently sailing between islands where no nearby hotels or shore accommodations are available. To facilitate visits, a “Trial Charter” experience is offered, with a minimum stay of two nights at a rate of $180 USD per person, per day. This includes full accommodation onboard the Dufour 4800, all meals, snorkeling equipment, and local sailing around the archipelago. Importantly, should the buyer proceed with the purchase, the full cost of the stay will be deducted from the final sale price. This arrangement provides a practical and immersive way to assess the yacht’s condition while experiencing life on board.
Location: San Blas, Panama
Flag: Poland
LOA: 10.65 m (+ 1 m extended swim platform, renewed 2025)
Beam: 3.40 m
Draft: 1.83 m
Ballast: 2,250 kg (iron)
ENGINE & MECHANICS
- Engine: Volvo Penta MD11C, 25 HP (fully rebuilt June 2024: new rings, gaskets, serviced heat exchanger)
- Propeller: New 2-blade propeller (2022)
- Shaft & fittings: Renewed (2022)
- Hull: Antifouling and full bottom service (May 2022), no osmosis
TANKS
- Fuel: 95 L stainless steel tank (cleaned November 2024, with inspection hatch)
- Water: 350 L (2 stainless steel tanks)
RIGGING
- Standing rigging: Replaced May 2023 (8 mm cables)
- Running rigging: Genoa and mainsheets, topping lift, genoa halyard (new 2024)
Sails:
- Genoa (excellent condition)
- Mainsail (modified October 2025)
- Storm jib (unused)
- Asymmetric spinnaker
- Lazy bag (November 2025)
- Spinnaker pole
NAVIGATION & ELECTRONICS
- Autopilot: Raymarine ST400 (wheel pilot, requires installation)
- Depth sounder/fishfinder: Garmin (2023)
- VHF Radio: Unidem
- AIS: New (antenna installation and setup required)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Complete rewiring (May 2023)
- Solar panels: 450W (2025)
- Solar controller (2024)
- Interior LED lighting throughout
- Fresh water electric pump with drinking filters
- Batteries: 3 service batteries (January 2026) + 1 engine start battery
- Fans in all cabins and saloon
ACCOMMODATION
- Cabins: 2 double cabins
- Saloon: Convertible double berth
- Total berths: Up to 6
- Includes bed linen and towels
GALLEY
- Gas stove with 2 burners and oven
- Fully equipped galley
- 12V refrigerator with 2 compartments (January 2024)
HEAD
- 1 bathroom with manual Jabsco toilet (June 2023)
DECK & EXTERIOR
- Extended swim platform (new wood July 2025)
- Cockpit cushions reupholstered (January 2026)
- Deck painted with KiwiGrip non-slip (June 2025)
- Cockpit shower (July 2025)
- New bimini (May 2023)
- New side window acrylics (July 2024)
MOORING & ANCHORING
- Anchor: 15 kg
- Chain: 55 m (10 mm)
- Electric windlass
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
- Life jackets
- Harnesses and jacklines
- Flares gun
- Lifebuoy with line
- AIS (new, not yet installed)
TENDER & WATER TOYS
- Inflatable dinghy (West Marine, no leaks)
- Outboard engine
- Kayak
- Stand-up paddleboard
- Snorkeling equipment
EXTRAS
- BBQ grill
- Additional water and diesel tanks
- 2 gas bottles
- Tools and spare parts
