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SOLDJul 17, 2012
Used

1991 Cherubini STAYSAIL SCHOONER-MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION! SERIOUS OWNER!

$395,000

St. Petersburg, FL, US

Munequita

Length48'
Year1991
Beam13'
Cabins2
Heads2
HullFiberglass
FuelDiesel
EnginesYanmar (NEW 2008) 4JH4-HTE

Overview

ANOTHER $100,000 PRICE REDUCTION JUST TAKEN! OWNER IS SERIOUS ABOUT SELLING! BRING OFFERS NOW!

LATEST RACING CHAMPIONSHIP: FIRST OVERALL IN THE ST. PETERSBURG, FL TO ISLA MUJERES, MEXICO RACE APRIL, 2011!

Single NEW 2008 Yanmar 115HP diesel with 585 hours. Northern Lights Generator (NEW 2006) with 986 hours. Bow Thruster! SOLID FIBERGLASS HULL - ACTUALLY 1-INCH THICK BELOW THE WATER LINE!! NO CORE! Full Scheel keel with 17,000 Ballast! NEW BOTTOM PAINT OCTOBER, 2011! Two Air Conditioning units!

NEW Upgraded Electronics, October, 2011: Garmin 5212 GPSMAP which is integrated with a NEW Garmin GMR24HD Radar Scanner,using the Garmin Marine Network. Additional electronics include Sat Phone, B&G Hercules 2000 wind/speed/depth displays 13 available readings, 2-Degree Danforth Constellation Compass, ICOM IC-M422 VHF.

Sleeping accommodations for 4-8+ adults in 2 staterooms with 2 ensuite heads, pilot berth,and settees in aft stateroom and main salon. Full Galley with Refrigerator (Updated in 2008) and Freezer, Stove w/Oven, & Microwave.

Proven sailing capability and equipment cannot be beaten! This classic schooner was built by Lee Cherubini, son of the famous designer John Cherubini. The Schooner was designed as a descendent of the famous "Ticonderoga", which was designed by L.Francis Herreshoff. The lines of the shiny slick black hull are elegant and enviable among the yachting community. This schooner has slightly swept back spars, beautiful clipper bow, and low profile cabin tops so that she can be easily handled by two people. This 48 Cherubini delivers design, grace, speed, performance and comfort in all seas. She has proven herself over and over again in a multitude of racing championships. This boat is featured in The World's Best Sailboats, Volume II, by Ferenc Mate.

If you are looking for a magnificent proven bluewater sailboat with a long list of proven championship wins which are highlighted in the full specs, then you must view this world-cruising winner! She is truly spectacular; and we are very proud to represent her!

THIS BOAT IS SERIOUSLY FOR SALE! OWNER WILL CONSIDER POSSIBLE TRADES, INCLUDING AIRPLANE. BRING OFFERS!

THIS BOAT WAS FEATURED IN THE JANUARY,2011 ISSUE OF CRUISING WORLD MAGAZINE, PAGE 10. SEE PHOTO IN FULL SPECS.

Specifications

Dimensions

LOA48'
Beam13'
Max Draft5' 9"
Min Draft5' 9"
Bridge Clearance64'
LWL44'

Vessel Details

Year1991
MakeCherubini
ModelSTAYSAIL SCHOONER-MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION! SERIOUS OWNER!
NameMunequita
ConditionUsed
CategorySchooner
TypeSail
Hull MaterialFiberglass
Keel TypeFull Keel

Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel
Cruise Speed7.5 kn
Max Speed9 kn

Weights

Displacement44,000 lbs
Ballast16,000 lbs

Tanks & Capacity

Fuel Capacity100 gal
Fresh Water130 gal
Cabins2
Heads2

Builder & Registry

BuilderCherubini
DesignerLee Cherubini
LocationSt. Petersburg, FL, US
Registration #CVJ00007E091
Listed SinceAug 20, 2010

Engine

Yanmar (NEW 2008) 4JH4-HTE

0
Hours585
FuelDiesel

Features & Details

Details 1

Dimensions
Ballast: 17,000
Displacement: 44000

Details 2

Engines

Single NEW 2008 Yanmar 115HP diesel with 585 hours.

Details 3

Tanks
Fuel: 100
Fresh Water: 130(2 tanks@65gal ea)
Holding: LectraSan

Details 4

ACCOMMODATIONS
The cabin accommodations can be accessed from either the cockpit companionway which leads directly to the Master Stateroom or from the forward companionway which leads into the Salon/Galley/Forward Stateroom/Pilot Berth areas. There are sleep accommodations for 4-8+ taking all berths and settees into consideration. The Forward Guest Stateroom and Aft Master Stateroom have ensuite head/shower accommodations.

The interior woodwork is magnificent high gloss mahogany, highlighted by classic Herreshoff satin white bulkhead and overhead panels accented with mahogany beams. The doors are curved for added beauty and elegance. The locker doors are cane. The sole is teak throughout.

  • (2)Marine Air AC/Heat (12,000 & 16,000 BTU)(NEW 2007)

Details 5

SALON
The Main Salon is just aft of the Guest Stateroom and has full size port and starboard settees. The drop leaf dining table is to port and is beautiful high gloss mahogany. The leaves of the table open up to provide a full dining table arrangement with settee seating on both sides. Overhead is an elegant butterfly-opening mahogany skylight which provides great ventilation and natural light for the salon and galley areas. When closed, the butterfly-opening skylight offers elegance and statement of art to the salon.

Details 6

FORWARD GUEST STATEROOM
The Guest Stateroom is forward with a V-Berth, numerous drawers and storage lockers and an ensuite head with shower and sink.
  • Manual Skipper 8 Toilet

Details 7

AFT MASTER STATEROOM
The Aft Master Stateroom can be accessed privately from the cockpit companionway or from the starboard passageway aft of the Galley. The double berth and ensuite head with shower, sink and LectraSan toilet are located on the portside. There is a settee in a starboard lounge area of the stateroom with built-in bookshelves, drawers, and cane-front lockers. The Navigation Station is located against the forward bulkhead of the Stateroom, which is over the engine. The Owners can enjoy privacy and still be readily available to the Cockpit Helm Station, Navigation Station, or their guests.
  • (1)Manual Skipper 8 Toilet with LectraSan Waste Treatment
  • Stereo CD/AM/FM/IPOD
  • Speakers throughout the boat
  • Satellite Radio

Details 8

PILOT BERTH
The full size Pilot Berth or Crew Berth is located starboard opposite the Galley.

Details 9

GALLEY
The Galley is just aft of the Main Salon and is U-shaped with a teak sole.
  • 8.3 cu.ft. Refrigeration, engine driven compressor or 115V Compressor (Updated 2008)
  • Freezer Compartment
  • Force 10 3-Burner Stove/Oven/Broiler (NEW 2008)
  • Panasonic Microwave Oven
  • (2)10"Deep Stainless Steel Sinks with "Whale" Pumps
  • 6-Gal Water Heater w/shore & engine heat exchangers (NEW 2008)
  • 12V Fluorescent Lighting
  • (2)10lb. Propane Tanks in Vented Cockpit Locker

Details 10

NAVIGATION STATION & ELECTRONICS

The Navigation Station is on centerline is quickly accessed from the Cockpit companionway. There is also a Work Bench to starboard with storage drawers below.

  • NEW OCTOBER, 2011:  Garmin 5212 GPSMAP which is integrated with a NEW Garmin GMR24HD Radar Scanner,using the Garmin Marine Network.
  • KVH Model 252 Sat Phone
  • ICOM IC-M422 VHF (NEW 2009)
  • B&G Hercules 2000 wind/speed/depth
  • Red&White Nav Station Light
  • GPS Connection

Details 11

COCKPIT & ELECTRONICS
The large Cockpit can easily accommodate 6-8 adults; and offers ease of handling the lines and sails right from the cockpit.
  • (2)10lb. Propane Tanks in Vented Cockpit Locker
  • Emergency Tiller
  • Closed Cell Foam Cushions (UPGRADE)
  • Raymarine ST 8002 Smart Pilot (NEW 2009)
  • B&G Wind/Depth/Speed with scroll down displays for 13 available readings
  • Danforth Constellation 2-Degree Compass
  • Handheld VHF w/speaker
  • Custom Wood over Stainless Steering Wheel
  • Sunbrella Helm & Wheel Cover

Details 12

DECK EQUIPMENT
The decks are natural teak. Bronze port lights specially designed by John Cherubini are unique and designed to be left open in the rain for air circulation. They drain directly overboard in all weather conditions.

The lifeline system is constructed of heavy walled (.065" tubing) with 3/16th SOLID stainless steel tapered 3" high stanchions and Spectra high strength lifelines.

  • Teak Decks
  • Teak Butterfly Hatch to Main Salon
  • NEW CQR 60 lb. main anchor w/350' of 3/8" high tensile chain
  • Bruce 30kg Anchor (66 lb.)
  • 24V Windlass with rope & chain gypsy
  • Boarding Ladder
  • Fresh Water Washdown on Bow Pulpit
  • Manganese bronze port light w/1/2" plexi-glass plus storm cover panels
  • Stainless Steel Bow rollers, port & starboard
  • (10)Bronze Port Lights
  • Bow & Stern Pulpit
  • Spectra Lifelines
  • Chain Locker
  • Stainless Steel Rubrail

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SAILING EQUIPMENT
The rigging system is carbon fiber masts in lieu of aluminum. This increases the initial stability of the boat, reduces pitching of the hull in rough seas, and saves a great deal of weight aloft.
  • 1,218 sq.ft sail area.
  • NavTech Stainless Steel Rod Rigging was removed, disassembled, and replaced where required (2006)
  • Primary Winches are 24V electrical 2-speed.
  • All other winches are manual self-tailing.
  • Rope Clutch halyards
  • 8' Genoa track, Port & Starboard
  • Full Spinnaker Running Gear
  • Profurl furling on Main, Main Staysail, Fore Staysail and on Jib
  • Sail sheets with sheet stoppers
  • Running backstays on Main Mast
  • Carbon Fiber Spinnaker Pole (NEW 2007)
  • Main & Main Staysail booms are fitted w/heavy duty boom vangs/preventers w/Harken travelers
  • Rod Rigging
  • In-Mast Furling

  • SAILS:
  • Hood Vectran Main Sail
  • (1)Asymmetric Hood 1-1/2oz. Spinnaker w/ATN sock
  • (1) Asymmetric Doyle 3/4oz.Spinnaker w/ATN sock
  • WorkingDacron sails by Hood & Doyle
  • Spare Mainsail
  • Spare Jib
  • Gollywobbler (2007)
  • 135% Genoa (2007)
  • Main Staysail (2008)
  • Fisherman (2008)
  • 70% Storm Spinnaker by Doyle with an ATN sock

Details 14

ELECTRICAL

6.5KW Northern Lights Generator (NEW 2006)with 1100 hrs.

  • 50-amp AC system with (2)50' Shore Power cords
  • Xantrex Link 2000 Inverter
  • Balmar high output alternator
  • (1)90-amp Battery Charger w/Meter
  • (2)8D12V Batteries in line to make 24V system (located under the starboard bunk) for Windlass, Winches, and Bow Thruster
  • (1)8D 12V Battery for Engine Start, located under the starboard bunk
  • (4)8D12V Batteries under the aft cabin sole that make up the two bank house battery system
  • Custom AC/DC Distribution Panel utilizing aircraft spec tinned copper wiring run through PVC Tubing attached at the sheer clamp.

Details 15

MECHANICAL
Yanmar Diesel, Model 4JH4-HTE,(NEW 2008)115HP with 585 hrs.
  • 24V Bow Thruster
  • Max Prop (NEW 2008)
  • Raw water inlets draw from one sea chest
  • Electric Air Compressor for Horn
  • Hot & Cold Fresh Water System
  • Extensive spare parts
  • Spare 3-Blade Maxi Prop

Details 16

HULL AND DECK

The hull is solid high-strength laminate with vinyl ester-impregnated fiberglass. HULL IS SOLID FIBERGLASS - ACTUALLY 1-INCH THICK BELOW THE WATER LINE!! Bottom line is NO CORE. The hull has a lifetime warranty. The ballast is fully encapsulated all-lead (17,000 lbs.)

  • NEW BOTTOM PAINT JOB (OCTOBER, 2011)!
  • Scheel Keel which opens up vast areas of Chesapeake Bay and the Bahamas
  • Sunbrella Dodger and Bimini(NEW 7/08)
  • Dock Lines
  • Fenders

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PROVEN SAILING PERFORMANCE

The MUNEQUITAhas a long proven list of racing wins and outstanding performance since the current owner purchased this extraordinary sailing vessel in 2006. Below is just a few of the many world class bluewater sailing achievements of this schooner.

  • 2006:
  • Third in Class - St. Petersburg, FL to Isla Mujeres, Mexico
  • Second in Class - Ft.Lauderdale to Palm Beach
  • Third in Class - Ft.Lauderdale to Montego Bay
  • 2007:
  • First Overall & First in Class - Gloucester Schooner Festival
  • Third in Class - Great Chesapeake Schooner Race
  • Second PHRF (120 Rating) - Ft. Lauderdale to Key West
  • Third in Class Miami to Montego Bay
  • 2008:
  • First Overall & First in Class - Ft. Lauderdale to Palm Beach
  • First Overall & First in Class - Miami to Nassau Bahamas
  • First Overall & First in Class - Ft. Lauderdale to Key West
  • "Concourse D'Elegance" First Place, Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
  • 2009:
  • First in Class & Second Overall - St. Petersburg, FL to Isla Mujeres, Mexico
  • Third in Class - Ft. Lauderdale to Palm Beach
  • Second PHRF - Ft. Lauderdale to Key West
  • 2010:
  • First in Class & Second Overall - Ft. Lauderdale to Key West, FL
  • 2011:
  • First Overall: THE ST. PETERSBURG, FL TO ISLA MUJERES, MEXICO RACE APRIL, 2011! 

Details 18

SAFETY EQUIPMENT
  • Givens 8-man Life Raft
  • USCG approved Navigation Lights, Deck Lights, & Tri-Color Light on Main Mast Head
  • Life Jackets
  • 3-Man Cherubini Fiberglass Dinghy
  • Dinghy davits and chocks

Details 19

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.

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