Details
- Make: Elan
- Model: Impression 434
- Engine Make & Model: Volvo D2-55E
- Horsepower: 55
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Price: £139,950
- Location: In Southsea
- Keel: Fin
- Hull Construction: Fibreglass (GRP)
- Drive Type: Sail Drive
Dimensions
- Beam: 4.18m
- Draft: 1.9m
- LOA: 13.4m
- Displacement: 10900kg
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 270l
- Water Tank Capacity: 516l
- Builder: Elan Yachts
- Designer: Rob Humphreys
Summary
Introducing BIRDSONG - a beautifully presented example of the Elan Impression 434. This 3 cabin layout represents an exceptional blend of comfort, performance and offshore capability. Designed by renowned naval architect Robert Humphreys, the 434 combines elegant styling with practical cruising features, making her equally suited to extended family cruising, coastal adventures, or blue-water passagemaking. Below decks, the three-cabin configuration offers a particularly spacious and luxurious arrangement. The forward owner's suite features a generous double berth and private en-suite facilities, while two well-proportioned aft cabins provide comfortable accommodation for guests. The bright deck-saloon design floods the interior with natural light, creating an inviting and airy living space that feels considerably larger than many yachts in her class. A well-equipped L-shaped galley, expansive saloon seating and excellent storage throughout make life aboard both comfortable and practical. On deck, the Impression 434 is designed for safe and effortless handling. Twin helm stations provide excellent visibility and easy movement through the cockpit, while her balanced sail plan and efficient deck layout allow for short-handed sailing with confidence. Wide side decks, a generous cockpit and substantial bathing platform further enhance her appeal as a family cruising yacht.
Mechanical
Volvo D2-55E
Saildrive
Bowthruster
Electrical
Battery charger
Engine battery
Domestic batteries
LED lighting
Stereo radio
Rigging
Fractional rig
Furling fore-sail
Navigation
Raymarine E80 plotter
Furuno Navtex
Raymarine DSC VHF radio
Raymarine Smartpilot Autopilot
Raymarine ST60 Wind
Raymarine Tri-data
Deck
2 X Harken 46 two-speed primary winches
2 X Harken 40 two-speed halyard winches
Lofrans electric
Teak decking
Stainless-steel pushpit with seats
Stainless-steel pulpit
Folding cockpit table
Twin steering wheels
Removable transom seat
Canvas
Lazy jacks into Stack-pack
Sprayhood
Wheel covers
Cockpit table cover
Cockpit Rope bags
Accommodation
Webasto heating
Saloon
Fixed folding dining table with U shaped seating
Sette berth
Stowage lockers
Galley
L shaped galley
Twin stainless-steel sink with mixer tap
Three-burner Stainless-steel cooker
Oven
Built-in combination microwave oven
Fridge
Navigation Station
Chart Table
Electrical panel
Stowage lockers
Owners Suite
V shaped double berth
Portlights
Hatch
Hanging lockers
En-suite head
Jabsco sea toilet
Moulded sink with pull-out shower attachment
Aft Cabin Stbd
Double berth
Hanging locker
Portlights
Aft Cabin Port
Double berth
Hanging locker
Portlights
Day Heads
Jabsco sea toilet
Moulded sink unit
Separate shower with door.
Stowage lockers
Construction
GRP construction
Twin spade rudders
Fin Keel
Owner's Comments
Built with Elan's renowned attention to quality and engineering, the Impression 434 offers a solid and reassuring sailing experience. Her twin-rudder configuration delivers excellent control and stability under sail, while the proven hull design provides impressive performance without compromising comfort. The result is a yacht that inspires confidence offshore whilst remaining easy to manage in harbour and under way. Combining superb accommodation, excellent sailing characteristics and enduring build quality, the Elan Impression 434 remains one of the most sought-after cruising yachts in the 43-foot sector and represents an outstanding opportunity for those seeking a capable and comfortable cruising yacht.
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.
