Island Packet 45

Island Packet yachts are designed, engineered, and built to exacting standards and have an international reputation for excellence in cruising yacht design and quality.  Bob Johnson has designed and built IP's since 1979 and continues his high standards to this day.  IP's are best known for their Full Foil keels that are known for stability and sea keeping qualities.  They are internally ballasted and known for connecting the bottom of the keel to the bottom of a counter-balanced spade rudder.  The hull and keel are one piece hand-laminated solid fiberglass.  This particular model was built between 1995 and 1999; a total of 44.  She is well known for the very high quality workmanship and have kept their value very well over the years.   This Island Packet is exceptionally well maintained and outfitted and truly is at the top of its' class.  The owners have meticulously outfitted her for long distance cruising in comfort and she has redundant back up on every system.  She has a long, stylish hull known for a gentle, comfortable ride that is less fatiquing.  She is cutter-rigged utilizing a Hoyt boom.  The owners have invested heavily in making all the right improvements to maximize the pleasures of cruising.  A must see if you are considering a cruising yacht of this size.  This yacht is in excellent condition and the interior is well cared for.  She has equipment and parts exceeding $200K.  If you wish to cruise in style and want to bring your home comforts with you then take a look at this one.  She is attractively priced and ready to go.