Catalina 16.5
Basic data
| Category: | Daysailers |
| Year of construction: | 1995 |
| Length: | 500 cm |
| width: | 200 cm |
| Depth: | 20 cm |
| Material: | Polyester |
| Motorization: | Torqeedo |
| Berth: |
Emmen, Netherlands
|
Specifications
Catalina 16.5 trailerable day sailor with Torqeedo
Anyone looking for an accessible sailboat for spontaneous days on the water will find this 1995 Catalina 16.5 an appealing mix of simplicity, fun and flexibility. The boat is five metres long and two metres wide, so she feels spacious enough for a relaxed day on the lake, yet remains compact for easy trailering and launching. With her shallow draft of around 20 cm, she is also suitable for shallower inland waters and sheltered coastal waters—exactly the cruising area for which this type of day sailor is so popular. Her hull is made of polyester and, according to the information provided, there are no indications of osmosis.
This Catalina is being auctioned via BoatAuction and is offered as a complete package. That makes her attractive for buyers who don’t want to gather all the parts first, but prefer to go sailing right away. In addition to the boat itself, the lot includes a Poltrail road trailer (without registration), a Torqeedo Travel 1003L electric outboard motor from 2018, and two original Torqeedo lithium batteries. Practical extras are also included, such as a battery charger, phone charger and TorqTrac GPS tracking. For sailing, there is a mainsail and jib in blue/yellow, a cover, tarpaulin(s), and various lines and accessories.
Catalina 16.5 now in the online auction. Everyone can bid up to and including 21 September 2026.
What makes this Catalina 16.5 so suitable as a day sailor?
She was designed as a trailerable sailboat that lets you plan a day of boating fun with minimal preparation. Thanks to her dimensions, the Catalina 16.5 is easy to handle, even if you don’t have years of sailing experience. At the same time, she offers enough stability and space to sail comfortably with family or friends. Her shallow draft helps when exploring reed beds, sheltered spots and shallow bays, while the air draft of around 7.50 metres makes her suitable for open water without fixed obstacles. As a day sailor for inland waters, this is a type often sought by people who want to buy a practical sailboat without being tied to a permanent berth.
What about the electric outboard motor and the batteries?
Mounted on the transom is a Torqeedo Travel 1003L electric outboard motor with electric start. Electric propulsion suits the character of this boat well: quiet, instantly available, and convenient when manoeuvring in the harbour or leaving a narrow canal. Two Torqeedo lithium batteries are supplied with the motor, plus a charger. According to the information, the motor and batteries have seen little use and were stored neatly, with virtually no voltage loss noticed during winter. For anyone specifically looking for a sailboat with an electric outboard, this is a nice setup—especially as it also includes a phone charger and GPS tracking on board.
Is she easy to trailer and launch?
Yes—this is one of her strong points. The boat comes with a Poltrail boat trailer measuring approximately 550 by 200 cm. Because she is trailerable, you can store her at home or switch between different cruising areas. That makes this Catalina interesting for buyers looking for a trailer sailer for lakes and recreational waters, or for those who like to drive to a different body of water on weekends. The trailer is a road trailer without registration; please take that into account in your own transport and usage plans.
What is known about use and maintenance?
The boat has been used on inland waters for day trips. She was last taken out of the water for maintenance in 2026. No date is given for an antifouling treatment, which can be less critical for a boat that spends a lot of time on a trailer than for one kept in a permanent berth. The hull is polyester and no signs of osmosis have been reported. With her cover and tarpaulin(s), she is also set up to be neatly covered after sailing, which is convenient for storage ashore.
Anyone looking to buy a Catalina 16.5 as a complete set—with trailer, sails and modern electric propulsion—has an inviting opportunity here. She is ready to take her next owner on relaxed sailing days, short trips and quiet electric runs, exactly as a trailerable day sailor is meant to do.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is on the shore.
- This boat is being sold with a road trailer without license registration.
- 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 | Catalina |
| Type | 16.5 |
| Length | 500 |
| Width | 200 |
| Depth | 20 |
| Clearance height | 750 |
| Year of construction | 1995 |
| Material | Polyester |
| Last antifouling treatment | - |
| Is a trailer included? | Yes |
| Deck cover(s) |
| Number of engines | 1 |
| Is the engine operational | The engine is operational |
| Start typing | Electric |
| Engine type | Outboard engine |
| Brand motor | Torqeedo |
| Model engine | 1003L |
| Year of construction of the engine | 2018 |
| Fuel | Electric |
| Number of batteries present | 2 |
| Battery charger |
| Type of trailer | Road trailer without license plate |
| What is the condition of the trailer | Good |
| Brand trailer | Poltrail |
| Dimension - (length x width in cm) | ca. 550 x 200 cm. |
Catalina 16.5 trailerable day sailor with Torqeedo
Anyone looking for an accessible sailboat for spontaneous days on the water will find this 1995 Catalina 16.5 an appealing mix of simplicity, fun and flexibility. The boat is five metres long and two metres wide, so she feels spacious enough for a relaxed day on the lake, yet remains compact for easy trailering and launching. With her shallow draft of around 20 cm, she is also suitable for shallower inland waters and sheltered coastal waters—exactly the cruising area for which this type of day sailor is so popular. Her hull is made of polyester and, according to the information provided, there are no indications of osmosis.
This Catalina is being auctioned via BoatAuction and is offered as a complete package. That makes her attractive for buyers who don’t want to gather all the parts first, but prefer to go sailing right away. In addition to the boat itself, the lot includes a Poltrail road trailer (without registration), a Torqeedo Travel 1003L electric outboard motor from 2018, and two original Torqeedo lithium batteries. Practical extras are also included, such as a battery charger, phone charger and TorqTrac GPS tracking. For sailing, there is a mainsail and jib in blue/yellow, a cover, tarpaulin(s), and various lines and accessories.
Catalina 16.5 now in the online auction. Everyone can bid up to and including 21 September 2026.
What makes this Catalina 16.5 so suitable as a day sailor?
She was designed as a trailerable sailboat that lets you plan a day of boating fun with minimal preparation. Thanks to her dimensions, the Catalina 16.5 is easy to handle, even if you don’t have years of sailing experience. At the same time, she offers enough stability and space to sail comfortably with family or friends. Her shallow draft helps when exploring reed beds, sheltered spots and shallow bays, while the air draft of around 7.50 metres makes her suitable for open water without fixed obstacles. As a day sailor for inland waters, this is a type often sought by people who want to buy a practical sailboat without being tied to a permanent berth.
What about the electric outboard motor and the batteries?
Mounted on the transom is a Torqeedo Travel 1003L electric outboard motor with electric start. Electric propulsion suits the character of this boat well: quiet, instantly available, and convenient when manoeuvring in the harbour or leaving a narrow canal. Two Torqeedo lithium batteries are supplied with the motor, plus a charger. According to the information, the motor and batteries have seen little use and were stored neatly, with virtually no voltage loss noticed during winter. For anyone specifically looking for a sailboat with an electric outboard, this is a nice setup—especially as it also includes a phone charger and GPS tracking on board.
Is she easy to trailer and launch?
Yes—this is one of her strong points. The boat comes with a Poltrail boat trailer measuring approximately 550 by 200 cm. Because she is trailerable, you can store her at home or switch between different cruising areas. That makes this Catalina interesting for buyers looking for a trailer sailer for lakes and recreational waters, or for those who like to drive to a different body of water on weekends. The trailer is a road trailer without registration; please take that into account in your own transport and usage plans.
What is known about use and maintenance?
The boat has been used on inland waters for day trips. She was last taken out of the water for maintenance in 2026. No date is given for an antifouling treatment, which can be less critical for a boat that spends a lot of time on a trailer than for one kept in a permanent berth. The hull is polyester and no signs of osmosis have been reported. With her cover and tarpaulin(s), she is also set up to be neatly covered after sailing, which is convenient for storage ashore.
Anyone looking to buy a Catalina 16.5 as a complete set—with trailer, sails and modern electric propulsion—has an inviting opportunity here. She is ready to take her next owner on relaxed sailing days, short trips and quiet electric runs, exactly as a trailerable day sailor is meant to do.
VIEWING DAY INFORMATION
- The viewing day of this Catalina 16.5 is on Saturday 19 September 2026 van 10:00 until 12:00 in Emmen (NL).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is on the shore.
- This boat is being sold with a road trailer without license registration.
- 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 | Catalina |
| Type | 16.5 |
| Length | 500 |
| Width | 200 |
| Depth | 20 |
| Clearance height | 750 |
| Year of construction | 1995 |
| Material | Polyester |
| Last antifouling treatment | - |
| Is a trailer included? | Yes |
| Deck cover(s) |
| Number of engines | 1 |
| Is the engine operational | The engine is operational |
| Start typing | Electric |
| Engine type | Outboard engine |
| Brand motor | Torqeedo |
| Model engine | 1003L |
| Year of construction of the engine | 2018 |
| Fuel | Electric |
| Number of batteries present | 2 |
| Battery charger |
| Type of trailer | Road trailer without license plate |
| What is the condition of the trailer | Good |
| Brand trailer | Poltrail |
| Dimension - (length x width in cm) | ca. 550 x 200 cm. |
