Blue Dawn was built in 1953 by Richmond Slipway Ltd. She's a Sparrow Class Motor Cruiser, with 2 berths, galley, head and shower. Mahogany clinker built on oak frames, mahogany superstructure and beautiful varnished mahogany interior. Has had a full refit in the last 18 months. She has a new cooker, stainless steel sink and a rebuilt nannie diesel engine has been fitted in the last 6 months. Recently slipped and antifouled. A lovely vintage boat, well known and popular on the Thames for many years.
Vessel type: | Round Bilge Motor Cruiser |
Builder: | Richmond Slipway Ltd |
Model: | Sparrow Class |
Constructed: | 1953 |
Berths: | 2 |
No. of engines: | 1 |
Engine model: | Nannie |
Fuel type: | Diesel |
Drive type: | Shaft drive |
Length over all: | 20' |
Beam: | 7' 6" |
Maximum draft: | 2' 6" |
Hull material: | Wood |
Hull type: | Displacement |
Hull colour: | Blue |
Fuel capacity: | 15 Gallons |
Water capacity: | 15 Gallons |
Holding tank capacity: | 10 Gallons |
Note: Indicated location is approximate general area only.