1991 Beneteau First 53 F5 for sale

<h2 data-end="120" data-start="65"><strong data-end="118" data-start="73"></strong><strong data-end="215" data-start="132">BENETEAU FIRST 53 F5 – 1991 – French Flag – VAT included – Toulon (Var, France)</strong></h2> <p data-end="258" data-start="218"><strong data-end="231" data-start="218">Designer:</strong> Bruce Farr / Pininfarina</p> <p data-end="574" data-start="260">Magnificent <strong data-end="287" data-start="272">First 53 F5</strong>, the perfect balance between performance and elegance, designed by <strong data-end="369" data-start="355">Bruce Farr</strong> and <strong data-end="389" data-start="374">Pininfarina</strong>.<br data-end="393" data-start="390" /> Owner’s version with a spacious forward cabin and fractional rig.<br data-end="461" data-start="458" /> Elegant, fast, seaworthy, and perfectly maintained.<br data-end="515" data-start="512" /> <strong data-end="531" data-start="515">Race record:</strong> 2nd place – <em data-end="574" data-start="544">Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race.</em></p> <h3 data-end="604" data-start="581"><strong data-end="602" data-start="585">Accommodation</strong></h3> <p data-end="955" data-start="605">3 double cabins<br data-end="623" data-start="620" /> 2 fully molded bathrooms<br data-end="650" data-start="647" /> 2 toilets (one new electric)<br data-end="681" data-start="678" /> L-shaped galley with marble/stainless countertop, gimballed 2-burner stove + oven<br data-end="765" data-start="762" /> Refrigerators 50 L + 100 L<br data-end="794" data-start="791" /> Water heater, pressurized water, LED lighting<br data-end="842" data-start="839" /> <strong data-end="874" data-start="842">Dessalator 60 L/h watermaker</strong><br data-end="877" data-start="874" /> <strong data-end="917" data-start="877">Shore power charger + 220 V inverter</strong><br data-end="920" data-start="917" /> 2 electric + 2 manual bilge pumps</p> <h3 data-end="999" data-start="962"><strong data-end="997" data-start="966">Construction and dimensions</strong></h3> <p data-end="1237" data-start="1000">Hull: polyester<br data-end="1018" data-start="1015" /> Deck: Kevlar with synthetic Flexiteek (white seams)<br data-end="1072" data-start="1069" /> Hull color: metallic grey (refit 2025)<br data-end="1113" data-start="1110" /> LOA: 16.20 m<br data-end="1128" data-start="1125" /> Beam: 4.48 m<br data-end="1143" data-start="1140" /> Draft: 2.65 m<br data-end="1159" data-start="1156" /> Displacement: 14 t (keel 4.3 t)<br data-end="1193" data-start="1190" /> Navigation category: Offshore – Category 1</p> <h3 data-end="1267" data-start="1244"><strong data-end="1265" data-start="1248">Rig and sails</strong></h3> <p data-end="1841" data-start="1268"><strong data-end="1282" data-start="1268">Francespar</strong> aluminum mast, 7/8 fractional – 24 m – 3 sets of spreaders<br data-end="1344" data-start="1341" /> Extended boom<br data-end="1360" data-start="1357" /> Mainsheet traveler in cockpit<br data-end="1392" data-start="1389" /> Carbon spinnaker pole<br data-end="1416" data-start="1413" /> Removable <strong data-end="1436" data-start="1426">Selden</strong> twin-groove furler<br data-end="1458" data-start="1455" /> Standing rigging: <strong data-end="1483" data-start="1476">Rod</strong>, serviced 3 years ago<br data-end="1508" data-start="1505" /> Running rigging: <strong data-end="1550" data-start="1525">Spectra / Frederiksen</strong><br data-end="1553" data-start="1550" /> Carbon twin steering wheels<br data-end="1583" data-start="1580" /> 4 <strong data-end="1595" data-start="1585">Lewmar</strong> winches (1 electric for mainsail)<br data-end="1632" data-start="1629" /> <strong data-end="1654" data-start="1632">Ullman Sails 2022:</strong> full-batten mainsail + new lazy bag<br data-end="1693" data-start="1690" /> <strong data-end="1714" data-start="1693">Usman Sails 2023:</strong> carbon medium genoa, Solent, Reacher, ORC, storm jib, spinnakers North & Delta<br data-end="1796" data-start="1793" /> Sail area upwind: 153 m² – downwind: 254 m²</p> <h3 data-end="1875" data-start="1848"><strong data-end="1873" data-start="1852">Engine and energy</strong></h3> <p data-end="2172" data-start="1876"><strong data-end="1899" data-start="1876">Perkins Prima 65 HP</strong>, serviced May 2025 – 5314 + 1130 h<br data-end="1937" data-start="1934" /> <strong data-end="1949" data-start="1937">Max Prop</strong> three-blade feathering propeller<br data-end="1985" data-start="1982" /> <strong data-end="2002" data-start="1985">Horth gearbox</strong> serviced<br data-end="2014" data-start="2011" /> Cruising speed: 8 knots – Consumption: 4 L/h – Range: 900 NM<br data-end="2077" data-start="2074" /> <strong data-end="2093" data-start="2077">Solar panels</strong> on bimini (2025)<br data-end="2113" data-start="2110" /> 2 alternators – 24Ah / 12V charger<br data-end="2150" data-start="2147" /> <strong data-end="2172" data-start="2150">Portable generator</strong></p> <h3 data-end="2194" data-start="2179"><strong data-end="2192" data-start="2183">Tanks</strong></h3> <p data-end="2229" data-start="2195">Fuel: 450 L<br data-end="2209" data-start="2206" /> Fresh water: 400 L</p> <h3 data-end="2272" data-start="2236"><strong data-end="2270" data-start="2240">Electronics and navigation</strong></h3> <p data-end="2443" data-start="2273"><strong data-end="2288" data-start="2273">B&G Hydra 2</strong> system (depth, speed, wind)<br data-end="2319" data-start="2316" /> 5 repeaters + 2 jumbo mast displays<br data-end="2357" data-start="2354" /> <strong data-end="2374" data-start="2357">Autohelm 7000</strong> autopilot<br data-end="2387" data-start="2384" /> <strong data-end="2404" data-start="2387">Furuno FR1621</strong> radar<br data-end="2413" data-start="2410" /> <strong data-end="2443" data-start="2413">VHF with AIS + GPS antenna</strong></p> <h3 data-end="2478" data-start="2450"><strong data-end="2476" data-start="2454">Deck and equipment</strong></h3> <p data-end="2950" data-start="2479">Flexiteek deck with white seams<br data-end="2513" data-start="2510" /> Dual <strong data-end="2535" data-start="2518">Carbonnautica</strong> steering wheels<br data-end="2554" data-start="2551" /> Integrated teak cockpit table<br data-end="2586" data-start="2583" /> Sprayhood + bimini + sun awning with side panels<br data-end="2637" data-start="2634" /> Deck shower<br data-end="2651" data-start="2648" /> Bathing ladder and aft platform<br data-end="2685" data-start="2682" /> <strong data-end="2709" data-start="2685">Lofrans Tiger 1500 W</strong> windlass<br data-end="2721" data-start="2718" /> 3 anchors (CQR, Britany, lightweight aluminum)<br data-end="2770" data-start="2767" /> 8 fenders, mooring lines, 50 m galvanized chain<br data-end="2820" data-start="2817" /> <strong data-end="2882" data-start="2820">3D Tender 280 aluminum RIB + Yamaha 6 HP 4-stroke outboard</strong><br data-end="2885" data-start="2882" /> 8-person life raft (inspected 2025)<br data-end="2923" data-start="2920" /> Complete safety equipment</p> <h3 data-end="2974" data-start="2957"><strong data-end="2972" data-start="2961">Summary</strong></h3> <p data-end="3162" data-start="2975">An exceptional <strong data-end="3005" data-start="2990">First 53 F5</strong>, regularly upgraded, combining design, performance, and bluewater comfort.<br data-end="3083" data-start="3080" /> <strong data-end="3142" data-start="3083">Available daily by appointment in Toulon (Var, France).</strong><br data-end="3145" data-start="3142" /> <strong data-end="3162" data-start="3145">VAT included.</strong></p> <p data-end="3367" data-start="3164">#Beneteau #First53F5 #BruceFarr #Pininfarina #PhilippeStarck #CruiserRacer #SailingYacht #YachtForSale #BeneteauYachts #SailboatForSale #PerformanceCruiser #Toulon #Var #BarcelonaYachting #NauticSquare</p> <h2 data-end="3620" data-start="3560"> </h2>