1962 Richards Iron Works Custom

La Ràpita, $2,849,350

DESCRIPTION


Crusader Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Northrop and Johnson. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

SPECIFICATIONS

Basic Boat Info

  • Builder Richards Iron Works

  • Model Custom

  • Category Motor Yachts

  • Type Power

  • Year 1962

  • Refit Year 2023
  • Condition Used
  • Maximum Speed 13 KN
  • Cruise Speed 10 KN
  • Hull Material Steel
  • MCA Certified No

Dimensions

  • LOA 95'
  • Beam 21' 9"
  • Max Draft 10'
  • Min Draft 0'
  • Dry Weight 0 LBS

Engines

  • Engine Power KW

Tanks

  • Fuel Tank 3566 GAL
  • Fresh Water 2642 GAL
  • Holding Tank 3566 GAL

Other

  • Cabins 4
  • Sleeps 9
  • Crew Sleeps 4
  • Gross Tonnage 140
  • Classification rina
  • Interior Designer Liaigre

ADDITIONAL INFO

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FULL DETAILS

overview

LOA:29.16m / 95’ 8”

LWL:27.15m / 89’

Beam:6.65m / 21’ 8”

Draft:3.26m / 10’ 9”

Speed:10 Knots 

Year Build/Rebuild:1962 / 2023

Fuel Capacity:13.500 liters 

Fresh Water:10.000 liters 

Yard:Richard Ironworks

Type:Classic Yacht 

Displacement:139.66 tons

Gross Tons:139.66 GRT

Net Tons:42 NT

Consumption:33 ltrs/hrs approx.

Range:3,360 nm @ 10 knots 

Naval architect:Laurent Giles

Refit Design:Christian Liaigre

Cabins:4 guest cabins sleeping 9 guests

Crew:4 crew in 3 cabins.

brokers comments

A masterpiece of engineering and design, the 29m LA FENICE is more than just a yacht; she is a piece of yachting history. Designed by Laurent Giles Naval Architects and built by Richard Ironworks in 1962, she was originally commissioned by financier Anthony Boyden as the support vessel for Sovereign, his 12-metre challenger for the 1964 America’s Cup. The main requirement was for a comfortable seaworthy craft which would be able to cross the Atlantic and sail to Australia under her own steam.

In the mid-80s, she joined the French Navy as a training vessel and was later acquired by photographer Peter Lindbergh in 2001, undergoing a significant refit. Christian Liaigre contributed to her interior design from 2005 to 2016, with his primary input in the 2015/2016 refit, achieving a perfect balance between modern aesthetics and traditional charm with dark wood flooring, paneling, and leather accents. The open-plan layout creates a sense of spaciousness and seamlessly connects the living spaces throughout the yacht’s interior.

The current owner purchased her in 2020 and brought the vessel back to the UK in 2021, undertaking a significant refit between 2021 and 2023. LA FENICE has been expertly restored by her discerning owner.

LA FENICE accommodates up to nine guests in four ensuite staterooms. Her guest accommodation comprises three double staterooms and a triple berth (a double bed and a pullman) for younger guests. Styled in a classic fashion, each stateroom exudes elegance and sophistication with a neutral colour palette and rich wood finishes.

1962 Richards Iron Works Custom

Asking Price: $2,849,350

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