Details
- Make: Blakes
- Model: Cruising Folkboat
- Engine Make & Model: Volvo MD5 B 7HP
- Horsepower: 7
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Price: £6,000
- Location: In Portland
- Keel: Long
- Hull Construction: Fibreglass (GRP)
Dimensions
- Beam: 213m
- Draft: 1.3m
- LOA: 8m
- Builder: Blakes of Bridgewater
- Designer: Tord Sundstrun
- Hull Type: Displacement
Summary
This 8.00M Folkboat is a compact, seaworthy classic that delivers more sea-going capability than its size suggests. Its traditional lines—long keel for tracking and stability, a stout beam, and a sturdy, simple rig—make it forgiving and secure in chop and heavy weather, even for short-handed crews. Inside, it maximizes space with a practical cabin that typically fits two to four berths, a small galley, and a simple head, On Deck, the roomy cockpit and robust fittings reflect its coastal-cruiser pedigree, while the boat’s ballast and conservative sail area provide a balanced, predictable feel under sail. In short, the 8.00m Folkboat blends timeless design with rugged practicality, offering dependable coastal cruising with classic charm.
Mechanical
Volvo MD5 B 7HP Diesel
Shaft Driven
Electrical
!2v Twin Batteries replaced 2023
Selector switch
Standard Horizon VHF radio
Rigging
Rigging and running Rigging all in good condition
Sails
Two suits of sails
virtually unused Yellow cruising Shute
Navigation
Garmin GPS 152
Magnetic Compass
Clipper log
Clipper Depth
Clipper Speed
Clipper Direction (needs Anemometer repair)
Deck
Autohelm (Ram System)
Safety
Fire extinguisher dry powder in Saloon
Fire Blanket in Galley area
Canvas
Spray hood with hand rails built in
Miscellaneous
Sea Flush Heads
Fresh Water tank
Accommodation
Inside trades room for purpose, delivering a warm forward cabin that reflects its traditional coastal heritage. a well-organized layout, and sensible stowage rather than fluff. The saloon has two long settees run fore to aft and double as sleeping berths, with a compact dining/working table that folds away when not in use. A small galley to port carries a two-burner stove, a compact head is tucked beneath the forecabin. Natural light and ventilation come from a few good sized ports keeping the cabin bright without sacrificing space, Though headroom is modest, the design emphasizes efficient use of every inch, practical footing, and a timeless, sailorly charm
Documentation
Builders Spec
Bills of Sales
Disclaimer
For a full, detailed specification with additional photographs and direct contact details for the listing office visit our website
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are made
- Sail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of age
- Fuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years old
- Standing rigging and sails are more than 10 years old
Please note that as the broker/agent, we cannot guarantee or warrant the serviceability of any safety equipment included within the inventory, including but not limited to the condition, operation, or service dates of such equipment. It is the responsibility of the buyer to thoroughly inspect and assess the condition of all safety equipment prior to purchase.
NOTE - Please ring our offices prior to visiting, as the boat may be unavailable for viewing or located at a different marina.
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