Elegance 430
Basic data
| Category: | Sloop |
| Year of construction: | Unknown |
| Length: | 430 cm |
| width: | 160 cm |
| Depth: | 20 cm |
| Material: | Polyester |
| Motorization: | Suzuki |
| Berth: |
Haarlemmerliede, Netherlands
|
Specifications
Elegance 430 sloop for relaxed boating enjoyment
The Elegance 430 is a compact sloop that invites you to head out on the water on a whim. With a length of 4.30 metres and a beam of 1.60 metres, she is a great choice for anyone looking for a manoeuvrable GRP (polyester) boat for inland waterways, canals and ditches, as well as lakes and rivers. The boat is easy to oversee thanks to her manageable size, making docking and manoeuvring feel comfortable—even if you don’t go boating every week. At the same time, this model offers enough space to enjoy a day of leisure cruising with company. This Elegance sloop is being auctioned via BoatAuction and comes with practical extras that increase onboard comfort, such as cushions, rope fendering and a cockpit cover with frame. There is also a sun deck with an additional bench, making her well suited to relaxed afternoons on the water.
What kind of boat is the Elegance 430 exactly?
The Elegance 430 is an open sloop with outboard steering, built in GRP (polyester). She has a shallow draft of approximately 20 centimetres, which makes her attractive for shallow stretches and calm routes where you’d rather not take a deep-draft boat. Thanks to her compact dimensions, the boat often fits in smaller berths and is easy to handle at bridges, narrow passages and busy mooring spots. If you are looking for a 4.30-metre sloop with a practical layout and accessible handling, this type is a logical candidate.
How does she run with the Suzuki DF4 outboard engine?
She is fitted with one Suzuki outboard engine, model DF4: a 4 hp four-stroke petrol engine with manual start. According to the information provided, the engine is operational. This power output suits the character of a compact sloop: calm cruising, easy steering and relaxed trips. For canals, ditches and sheltered inland waters, a 4 hp outboard is often exactly what you want if comfort cruising is the goal and high speeds are not essential. The combination of a light sloop and a compact Suzuki four-stroke also makes her pleasant to use for short outings and day trips.
Which comfort options and accessories are included?
On board you will find cushions that make seating more comfortable during longer trips. The rope fendering around the boat gives the Elegance 430 that recognisable sloop look while also providing extra protection when mooring. In addition, she is equipped with a cockpit cover with frame—useful when you want to cover her after boating or when you want shelter in changeable weather. The sun deck with extra bench makes her even more inviting for those who like to stretch out or appreciate an extra seat during a picnic on the water. Together, these elements ensure the boat is not only functional, but also focused on comfort and conviviality.
What is known about maintenance and condition?
The boat was last taken out of the water for maintenance in 2026. It has been stated that she has no osmosis or signs of osmosis. This is relevant information for anyone specifically looking for a GRP sloop without indications of osmosis. No date has been provided for a recent antifouling treatment. As with any used sloop, it is advisable during a viewing to take a good look at the overall condition of the hull, deck and fittings, and to assess whether the equipment matches your boating plans.
Which waters and use is she best suited for?
This Elegance 430 has been used on inland waterways, canals and ditches, as well as on lakes and rivers. That aligns well with her dimensions and shallow draft. She feels at home with relaxed leisure cruising: an afternoon drifting, a loop through city canals, or a calm trip across a lake. If you are looking for a compact sloop for a day of boating fun, this type fits that profile well. Also for those buying their first sloop via a boat auction, this is an accessible size: not too big, yet complete enough to enjoy great trips right away.
This lot therefore offers an attractive opportunity for enthusiasts of an Elegance sloop, a GRP boat with outboard engine, and anyone looking for a nimble sloop for inland waters. Take the time to review her details and already imagine her at your own jetty, ready for the next relaxed moment on the water.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is on the shore.
- It concerns a VAT boat, the bid price is increased by 21% VAT.
- This boat is sold without a trailer.
- the given measurements are approximate measurements.
- 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 | Elegance |
| Type | 430 |
| Length | 430 |
| Width | 160 |
| Depth | 20 |
| Year of construction | - |
| Material | Polyester |
| Last antifouling treatment | - |
| Location control | Outside |
| Dinghy | No |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
| Number of engines | 1 |
| Is the engine operational | The engine is operational |
| Start typing | Hand |
| Engine type | Outboard engine |
| Brand motor | Suzuki |
| Model engine | DF4 |
| Power (hp) | 4 |
| Year of construction of the engine | - |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
Elegance 430 sloop for relaxed boating enjoyment
The Elegance 430 is a compact sloop that invites you to head out on the water on a whim. With a length of 4.30 metres and a beam of 1.60 metres, she is a great choice for anyone looking for a manoeuvrable GRP (polyester) boat for inland waterways, canals and ditches, as well as lakes and rivers. The boat is easy to oversee thanks to her manageable size, making docking and manoeuvring feel comfortable—even if you don’t go boating every week. At the same time, this model offers enough space to enjoy a day of leisure cruising with company. This Elegance sloop is being auctioned via BoatAuction and comes with practical extras that increase onboard comfort, such as cushions, rope fendering and a cockpit cover with frame. There is also a sun deck with an additional bench, making her well suited to relaxed afternoons on the water.
What kind of boat is the Elegance 430 exactly?
The Elegance 430 is an open sloop with outboard steering, built in GRP (polyester). She has a shallow draft of approximately 20 centimetres, which makes her attractive for shallow stretches and calm routes where you’d rather not take a deep-draft boat. Thanks to her compact dimensions, the boat often fits in smaller berths and is easy to handle at bridges, narrow passages and busy mooring spots. If you are looking for a 4.30-metre sloop with a practical layout and accessible handling, this type is a logical candidate.
How does she run with the Suzuki DF4 outboard engine?
She is fitted with one Suzuki outboard engine, model DF4: a 4 hp four-stroke petrol engine with manual start. According to the information provided, the engine is operational. This power output suits the character of a compact sloop: calm cruising, easy steering and relaxed trips. For canals, ditches and sheltered inland waters, a 4 hp outboard is often exactly what you want if comfort cruising is the goal and high speeds are not essential. The combination of a light sloop and a compact Suzuki four-stroke also makes her pleasant to use for short outings and day trips.
Which comfort options and accessories are included?
On board you will find cushions that make seating more comfortable during longer trips. The rope fendering around the boat gives the Elegance 430 that recognisable sloop look while also providing extra protection when mooring. In addition, she is equipped with a cockpit cover with frame—useful when you want to cover her after boating or when you want shelter in changeable weather. The sun deck with extra bench makes her even more inviting for those who like to stretch out or appreciate an extra seat during a picnic on the water. Together, these elements ensure the boat is not only functional, but also focused on comfort and conviviality.
What is known about maintenance and condition?
The boat was last taken out of the water for maintenance in 2026. It has been stated that she has no osmosis or signs of osmosis. This is relevant information for anyone specifically looking for a GRP sloop without indications of osmosis. No date has been provided for a recent antifouling treatment. As with any used sloop, it is advisable during a viewing to take a good look at the overall condition of the hull, deck and fittings, and to assess whether the equipment matches your boating plans.
Which waters and use is she best suited for?
This Elegance 430 has been used on inland waterways, canals and ditches, as well as on lakes and rivers. That aligns well with her dimensions and shallow draft. She feels at home with relaxed leisure cruising: an afternoon drifting, a loop through city canals, or a calm trip across a lake. If you are looking for a compact sloop for a day of boating fun, this type fits that profile well. Also for those buying their first sloop via a boat auction, this is an accessible size: not too big, yet complete enough to enjoy great trips right away.
This lot therefore offers an attractive opportunity for enthusiasts of an Elegance sloop, a GRP boat with outboard engine, and anyone looking for a nimble sloop for inland waters. Take the time to review her details and already imagine her at your own jetty, ready for the next relaxed moment on the water.
VIEWING DAY INFORMATION
- The viewing day of this Elegance 430 is on Saturday 20 June 2026 van 10:00 until 14:00 in Haarlemmerliede (NL).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is on the shore.
- It concerns a VAT boat, the bid price is increased by 21% VAT.
- This boat is sold without a trailer.
- the given measurements are approximate measurements.
- 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 | Elegance |
| Type | 430 |
| Length | 430 |
| Width | 160 |
| Depth | 20 |
| Year of construction | - |
| Material | Polyester |
| Last antifouling treatment | - |
| Location control | Outside |
| Dinghy | No |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
| Number of engines | 1 |
| Is the engine operational | The engine is operational |
| Start typing | Hand |
| Engine type | Outboard engine |
| Brand motor | Suzuki |
| Model engine | DF4 |
| Power (hp) | 4 |
| Year of construction of the engine | - |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
