1985 Morgan 43 CC (Guatemala)

S/V La Gota is a Río Dulce, Guatemala based 1985 Morgan 43 CC For Sale By Broker. Responses to inquiries may come from a broker who is representing the owner as a fiduciary. This owner requires financial settlement only. No trades.

S/V La Gota is a stunning example of the 1985 Morgan 43 Center Cockpit, a sailboat renowned for its capability as an offshore cruiser. Built by Morgan Yachts in the United States, this robust vessel was designed by the Nelson Marek team and features a fiberglass hull with a fin keel and skeg-hung rudder. The Morgan 43 Center Cockpit excels in combining bluewater seaworthiness with the agility of a racer-cruiser without sacrificing comfort at sea.

Since acquiring S/V La Gota in November 2019, the current owners have embarked on an impressive journey. Starting from Miami in 2019, she has been sailed through the Bahamas, ventured to Colombia, and cruised along the Central American coastline. From March through June this year, she was sailed from Guatemala to Mexico, Cuba, the Bahamas, Jamaica, and Honduras, and is now back in Guatemala on the beautiful Río Dulce.

The Morgan 43 CC has a comfortable layout with two sleeping cabins and two heads, making it an ideal choice for families or groups of friends seeking unforgettable sailing experiences. The beautiful teak woodwork with teak and holly floors throughout is in excellent condition. The layout includes a large aft master stateroom with a comfortable queen berth, a full shower with tub, and a Raritan marine toilet. The forward guest cabin has a cozy V-berth with a private head and a Raritan marine toilet. The U-shaped galley is equipped with double sinks, a propane GSI two-burner stove with oven, two Sea Frost BD12 refrigerators, and a water filtration system. The spacious salon can seat many and features a large teak table that folds on either side and a large TV for entertainment. For extra comfort there is a Vector VRP12K-HZ507MR air conditioner on board, as well as 10 opening ports with large hatches throughout for ample ventilation.

S/V La Gota is powered by a well-maintained 50 hp Perkins 4.108M diesel engine with 4,100 hours; new exhaust hoses have been recently installed. Her sail inventory consists of a mainsail in good condition, a roller-furling headsail (Hood Yacht Systems Sea Furl 5), a furling staysail in good condition, and a spare storm jib in excellent condition. There is also a stack pack and lazy jacks. Recent rigging upgrades include four new shrouds, six new chainplates, a new mainsail halyard, and mast steps. For navigation and safety, S/V La Gota is equipped with a new Garmin 942xs Plus chartplotter, a Furuno 1940 radar, a Raymarine ST6001 autopilot, a Danforth C562 compass, an Icom IC-M602 VHF radio, and an EPIRB.

This vessel is set up for cruising with a Spectra Ventura 150 MPC watermaker to fill the 195 gallons of water tank capacity. There is a Westerbeke 4.0 kW BCD 612 60 Hz generator for extra power needs, a Freedom 20 inverter, an Xantrex Link 2000 controller, two batteries for the house bank, and one for engine start. The three solar panels are older and may need replacing. For ground tackle, she is equipped with a Quick 1000 W electric anchor windlass with controls at the helm and bow. The Delta 44 lb anchor has 230 ft of chain, and the Bruce 44 lb anchor has 25 ft of chain with 100 ft of rope. To help get you to shore there is also a Classic West Marine dinghy with a 2.5 hp Suzuki.

More recent upgrades on this vessel include a new anchor chain motor, a second anchor chain button on the steering column, and a small separation wall in the chain locker for different anchors. The vessel was hauled out and a new cutlass bearing was installed with new shaft nuts, and the bottom was painted with new antifouling.

S/V La Gota is a proven offshore cruiser, and her spacious interior and thoughtful design mean you can enjoy life at sea without sacrificing the comforts of home. With exceptional sailing performance and the necessary amenities for extended cruising, this Morgan 43 CC is ready to embark on new adventures. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this beautiful vessel your own!