Westerly Centaur
Basic data
| Category: | Sailboat |
| Year of construction: | 1978 |
| Length: | 800 cm |
| width: | 250 cm |
| Depth: | 95 cm |
| Material: | Polyester |
| Motorization: | Volvo Penta |
| Berth: |
Scheemda, Netherlands
|
Specifications
Westerly Centaur 26 – Polyester Cabin Sailboat from 1978 with Volvo Penta Inboard Diesel Engine
The Westerly Centaur is a well-known sight on European waters, renowned for its distinctive design and functional layout. This specific Westerly Centaur, built in 1978, is a polyester cabin sailboat with a length of 8 meters and a width of 2.50 meters. Thanks to its V-shaped hull and relatively shallow draft of 0.95 meters, this boat is suitable for both inland waters and coastal areas. The clearance height is 2.50 meters, making the boat accessible to a wide range of sailing areas, including bridges and locks.
Layout and Accommodation
Inside, the Westerly Centaur offers a standing height of 1.80 meters, contributing to onboard comfort. The boat features a sleeping cabin in the bow and provides a total of four berths: two fixed and two additional sleeping places. The salon is equipped with a dining area, mattresses, a stove, and a refrigerator. The kitchen is equipped with basic kitchenware such as cups, plates, and bowls. The manually operated toilet is connected to a closed system and does not discharge directly into open water.
Engine and Technical Specifications
The boat is equipped with a Volvo Penta MD2B inboard diesel engine with a power of 16 hp. This two-cylinder engine, built in 1976, is electrically started and operational. The fuel tank has a capacity of 22 liters. Currently, the engine runs on a temporary plastic fuel tank. The cruising speed is around 12 km/h, with a maximum speed of approximately 14 km/h. The engine is equipped with an alternator and shore power connection, but the electrical installation on board needs to be checked. There is one battery with a capacity of 110 Ah (12V).
Navigation and Equipment
The boat features a Navman navigation system, whose screen needs replacement. On deck, the boat is equipped with a manual anchor winch, an anchor with chain, bimini, outdoor cushions, fenders, lines, a swim ladder, and a guardrail. No dinghy is included. For safety, there is a lifebuoy and a manual bilge pump.
Maintenance and Condition
The boat was last taken out of the water for maintenance in 2024. The antifouling treatment is scheduled for 2025. No signs of osmosis have been observed. The hull shows wear consistent with the age of the vessel. The onboard electrics require attention, and the fuel tank is currently a temporary solution.
Steering and Sailing Characteristics
The Westerly Centaur is steered from outside via a wheel and features a single rudder. The boat is designed for stability and ease of use, making it suitable for both novice and experienced sailors. The sailboat has been used in the past for day trips, leisure sailing, vacations, and weekend trips. According to the current owner, the boat is comfortable to use and easy to handle.
History and Use
There is limited information available about the history of this specific boat. It is known to be a former sailboat now used as a motorboat. The boat has sailed on inland waters, lakes, and seas. The current owner uses the boat for recreational purposes and is working on some improvements.
Summary
This Westerly Centaur from 1978 offers a functional base for those looking for a compact cabin sailboat with character. With its classic lines, practical layout, and diesel engine, it is a suitable choice for sailing enthusiasts seeking a boat for recreational use on various waters.
VIEWING DAY INFORMATION
- The viewing day of this Westerly Centaur is on Saturday 25 October 2025 van 10:00 until 12:00 in Scheemda (NL).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is in the water.
- This boat is delivered without a trailer.
- the former sailboat is delivered without a mast or rigging
- This boat is sold under general auction conditions.
- This concerns a public auction, which means that the purchase cannot be returned based on the legal right of withdrawal.
| Brand | Westerly |
| Type | Centaur |
| Length | 800 |
| Width | 250 |
| Depth | 95 |
| Clearance height | 250 |
| Year of construction | 1978 |
| Material | Polyester |
| Number of sleeping places (fixed) | 2 |
| Number of sleeping places (extra) | 2 |
| Standing height indoors | 180 |
| Last antifouling treatment | 2025 |
| Hull shape | V-bottom |
| Control | Wheel |
| Location control | Outside |
| Rudder | Single |
| Separate dining area | |
| Fridge | |
| Cooker | |
| Curtains | |
| Toilet | Manual |
| Does the toilet drain directly into the open water | No |
| Heating | N/A |
| Dinghy | No |
| Life buoy | |
| Bilge pump | Manual |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
| Anchor(s) | 1 |
| Anchor attachment | Chain |
| Windlass | Hand |
| Bimini | |
| Outdoor cushions | |
| Fenders and lines | |
| Sea rails | |
| Swimming ladder |
| Number of engines | 1 |
| Is the engine operational | The engine is operational |
| Start typing | Electric |
| Maximum speed | kilometers per hour | 14 |
| Engine type | Inboard |
| Brand motor | Volvo Penta |
| Model engine | MD2B |
| Power (hp) | 16 |
| Number of cylinders | 2 |
| Year of construction of the engine | 1976 |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Tank capacity in liters | 22 |
| Fuel Tank Gauge | |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | |
| Bow thruster | n/a |
| Number of batteries present | 1 |
| Total battery capacity | 110 |
| Alternator | |
| Shore power | |
| 12V |
| Number of masts | 1 |
| Number of sails | 2 |
| State of the sails | Reasonable |
Westerly Centaur 26 – Polyester Cabin Sailboat from 1978 with Volvo Penta Inboard Diesel Engine
The Westerly Centaur is a well-known sight on European waters, renowned for its distinctive design and functional layout. This specific Westerly Centaur, built in 1978, is a polyester cabin sailboat with a length of 8 meters and a width of 2.50 meters. Thanks to its V-shaped hull and relatively shallow draft of 0.95 meters, this boat is suitable for both inland waters and coastal areas. The clearance height is 2.50 meters, making the boat accessible to a wide range of sailing areas, including bridges and locks.
Layout and Accommodation
Inside, the Westerly Centaur offers a standing height of 1.80 meters, contributing to onboard comfort. The boat features a sleeping cabin in the bow and provides a total of four berths: two fixed and two additional sleeping places. The salon is equipped with a dining area, mattresses, a stove, and a refrigerator. The kitchen is equipped with basic kitchenware such as cups, plates, and bowls. The manually operated toilet is connected to a closed system and does not discharge directly into open water.
Engine and Technical Specifications
The boat is equipped with a Volvo Penta MD2B inboard diesel engine with a power of 16 hp. This two-cylinder engine, built in 1976, is electrically started and operational. The fuel tank has a capacity of 22 liters. Currently, the engine runs on a temporary plastic fuel tank. The cruising speed is around 12 km/h, with a maximum speed of approximately 14 km/h. The engine is equipped with an alternator and shore power connection, but the electrical installation on board needs to be checked. There is one battery with a capacity of 110 Ah (12V).
Navigation and Equipment
The boat features a Navman navigation system, whose screen needs replacement. On deck, the boat is equipped with a manual anchor winch, an anchor with chain, bimini, outdoor cushions, fenders, lines, a swim ladder, and a guardrail. No dinghy is included. For safety, there is a lifebuoy and a manual bilge pump.
Maintenance and Condition
The boat was last taken out of the water for maintenance in 2024. The antifouling treatment is scheduled for 2025. No signs of osmosis have been observed. The hull shows wear consistent with the age of the vessel. The onboard electrics require attention, and the fuel tank is currently a temporary solution.
Steering and Sailing Characteristics
The Westerly Centaur is steered from outside via a wheel and features a single rudder. The boat is designed for stability and ease of use, making it suitable for both novice and experienced sailors. The sailboat has been used in the past for day trips, leisure sailing, vacations, and weekend trips. According to the current owner, the boat is comfortable to use and easy to handle.
History and Use
There is limited information available about the history of this specific boat. It is known to be a former sailboat now used as a motorboat. The boat has sailed on inland waters, lakes, and seas. The current owner uses the boat for recreational purposes and is working on some improvements.
Summary
This Westerly Centaur from 1978 offers a functional base for those looking for a compact cabin sailboat with character. With its classic lines, practical layout, and diesel engine, it is a suitable choice for sailing enthusiasts seeking a boat for recreational use on various waters.
VIEWING DAY INFORMATION
- The viewing day of this Westerly Centaur is on Saturday 25 October 2025 van 10:00 until 12:00 in Scheemda (NL).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is in the water.
- This boat is delivered without a trailer.
- the former sailboat is delivered without a mast or rigging
- This boat is sold under general auction conditions.
- This concerns a public auction, which means that the purchase cannot be returned based on the legal right of withdrawal.
| Brand | Westerly |
| Type | Centaur |
| Length | 800 |
| Width | 250 |
| Depth | 95 |
| Clearance height | 250 |
| Year of construction | 1978 |
| Material | Polyester |
| Number of sleeping places (fixed) | 2 |
| Number of sleeping places (extra) | 2 |
| Standing height indoors | 180 |
| Last antifouling treatment | 2025 |
| Hull shape | V-bottom |
| Control | Wheel |
| Location control | Outside |
| Rudder | Single |
| Separate dining area | |
| Fridge | |
| Cooker | |
| Curtains | |
| Toilet | Manual |
| Does the toilet drain directly into the open water | No |
| Heating | N/A |
| Dinghy | No |
| Life buoy | |
| Bilge pump | Manual |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
| Anchor(s) | 1 |
| Anchor attachment | Chain |
| Windlass | Hand |
| Bimini | |
| Outdoor cushions | |
| Fenders and lines | |
| Sea rails | |
| Swimming ladder |
| Number of engines | 1 |
| Is the engine operational | The engine is operational |
| Start typing | Electric |
| Maximum speed | kilometers per hour | 14 |
| Engine type | Inboard |
| Brand motor | Volvo Penta |
| Model engine | MD2B |
| Power (hp) | 16 |
| Number of cylinders | 2 |
| Year of construction of the engine | 1976 |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Tank capacity in liters | 22 |
| Fuel Tank Gauge | |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | |
| Bow thruster | n/a |
| Number of batteries present | 1 |
| Total battery capacity | 110 |
| Alternator | |
| Shore power | |
| 12V |
| Number of masts | 1 |
| Number of sails | 2 |
| State of the sails | Reasonable |
