Comet 801 now in online auction. Anyone can bid until
The Comet 801 is a nice, polyester sailing yacht which requires little maintenance. She has an ergonomic layout and comfortable sailing characteristics. The Comar is a stable sailboat because of the fixed keel. This sailboat can give many years of sailing pleasure at a nice price.
Comet 801 now in online auction. Anyone can bid until
The Comet 801 is a nice, polyester sailing yacht which requires little maintenance. She has an ergonomic layout and comfortable sailing characteristics. The Comar is a stable sailboat because of the fixed keel. This sailboat can give many years of sailing pleasure at a nice price.
History:Comar (manufacturer) began its activities with the production of fiberglass Flying Juniors in 1961 in Forlì, Italy. At that time, plastic production was still in its infancy. The real revolution took place in 1971 with the Comet 910.The boat was designed by Van de Stadt; she was so innovative and above the line that on the eve of her launch, while the boat was already entered to participate in the Middle Sea Race. The Comet 910 beat the entire fleet with ease, humbling much larger and prestigious boats. Commercial success was immediate and long-lasting: nearly 1,000 were produced over a 15-year period. Groundbreaking sailboats were created and immediately welcomed by the boating world. The Comet 801, Comet 11, Comet 13 and Comet 14 were all characterized by unprecedented solutions, even regarding the interior with the saloon moved to the stern. On the water the boats were fast and comfortable, with for those years advanced deck solutions such as genoa and mainsail furlers and an affordable price.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Known defects: Number of spots on deck in need of patching and sprayhood needs replacement.
- The boat is not registered.
- This boat is sold under general auction conditions.
AccommodationOther: Kitchen can be pushed down to create an extra sleeping area. Also, the table can be lowered to make a double bed.
Rig and sailsOther: Condition of sails: sufficient
