Nicols Sedan 1000 Ex Hire Cruiser

RE engined in 2008
49,500.00 (Approx £41,549)
  • Boat REF#  ·  336203
  • Length  ·  10.00m
  • Year  ·  1996
  • Construction  ·  GRP
  • Underwater profile  ·  Full-Displacement
  • Sleeping berths  ·  5
  • Engine  ·  1 x diesel 40hp, Volvo Penta D2-40 (2008)
  • Lying  ·  canal lateral a la Garonne
Boatshed Midi Canals
Boatshed Midi Canals
Magali Wharmby

Extra Details

Builder Nicols
Lying canal lateral a la Garonne
Fuel capacity 300.0 ltr (66.0 USG) Total - 1 Tanks
Water capacity 600.0 ltr (132.0 USG) Total - 1 Tanks

Mechanical

Engine 1 x diesel 40hp
Engine make and model Volvo Penta D2-40 (2008)
Engine Hours engine1= 1960
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering wheel
Drive shaft
Prop(s) 3 blade props
Fuel consumption (approx) 2.0 ltr (0.4 USG) /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx) 4 knots
Max speed (approx) 6 knots

Volvo Penta D2-40 new in 2008, well insulated yet accessible installation. Clean & dry bilges.
Hydraulic steering , dual helms. The flybridge hydraulic pump was changed in April 2024
BATTERIES:
2x100Ah domestic batteries which are separated by a switch (one used at a time)
1X95Ah start battery changed in September 2021one starting battery, all batteries are charged by shore power and alternator. Portable 300 w inverter. All you need for simple but enjoyable cruising on the inland waterways.

Dimensions

Length 10.00m
Beam 3.70m
Draft Max 0.85m
Airdraft 2.65m
Displacement 5,000kg (11,025.0lbs)
Headroom 1.95m
Storage On marina

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 220 shore power voltage, 3 batteries charged by: engine, shore power

Construction

Construction GRP
Underwater profile Full-Displacement
Finish Gelcoat finish

Constructed in 1996 by Nicols for their hire fleet and retired after the 2009 season. Solid GRP construction with optimum use of space and ease of access for maintenance a priority. A big plus is the fact that the entire boat is almost all on the same level with the panoramic sliding patio doors opening straight out onto the aft deck for convivial entertaining. Fly bridge steering and seating accessed via a ladder from the aft deck.
Last anti fouling in April 2021.

Accommodation

Total # of berths 5
No. of double berths 2
No. of single berths 1
Cabin(s) 3
Sink 2
Shower 2
Heads 2 heads (Manual)

Light bright living accommodation. Forward cabin with island double (140x190m and headroom of 1.45m at the head of the bed and 1.77m in the rest of the cabin) and direct access to WC, shower and washbasin which also serves as day head when accessed by another door from the saloon corridor. Two more cabins (one with own shower and WC ensuite) with a double berth (140x190) and the other cabin on port side with a single berth ( 90x190) both with standing head room of 1.83m at the access but coffin berth extending under saloon.
Both showers have 1.78m headroom.
Galley with all gas (220L fridge and freezer, 3 burner cooker and oven). 2 saloon tables easy to move and create another lay out, the curtains were renewed in 2020.

Hot water from a 50L calorifer (heated by engine only) .
Heating: TRUMATIC gas heater blown air system with 2 vents in the saloon and 1 in each cabin
All lighting on the boat is LED.
A satelite dish and tv antenna are part of the sale, unfortunately no tv screen.

3 burner propane Stove

Accommodation

Stove
Oven
Sink
Refrigerator
Freezer
Drapes
Cabin heating
Pressurised water system
Hot water system

Light bright living accommodation. Forward cabin with island double (140x190m and headroom of 1.45m at the head of the bed and 1.77m in the rest of the cabin) and direct access to WC, shower and washbasin which also serves as day head when accessed by another door from the saloon corridor. Two more cabins (one with own shower and WC ensuite) with a double berth (140x190) and the other cabin on port side with a single berth ( 90x190) both with standing head room of 1.83m at the access but coffin berth extending under saloon.
Both showers have 1.78m headroom.
Galley with all gas (220L fridge and freezer, 3 burner cooker and oven). 2 saloon tables easy to move and create another lay out, the curtains were renewed in 2020.

Hot water from a 50L calorifer (heated by engine only) .
Heating: TRUMATIC gas heater blown air system with 2 vents in the saloon and 1 in each cabin
All lighting on the boat is LED.
A satelite dish and tv antenna are part of the sale, unfortunately no tv screen.

3 burner propane Stove

Deck Gear

Bimini
Rode
Fenders
Boathook
Bimini

1 anchors
4 new black wraps available

Nav Equipment

Compass
Stereo
Navigation lights

Safety Equipment

Life jackets
Horn

3 bilge pumps (0 manual / 3 electric)

deck search light in LED new in 2022

Toys

Folding Bicycle

1 folding bike is included in the sale

Broker's Comments

Ex hire cruiser for sale in France. Boatshed Midi Canals is pleased to offer this NICOLS 1000 for sale. Built by the famous Nicols yard in 1996 and re engined in 2008.

An impressive use of space on this canal and river cruiser. Bright airy living accommodation and lots of storage space. Easy access for maintenance. Easy access and freedom of movement thanks to the “all on one level” Sedan layout. These Nicols cruisers are a very interesting proposition for anyone tired of going up and down stairs all day.

Mooring in a lovely little town on the Canal Lateral à La Garonne may be transferred upon request to the marina manager, cost is 1800 euros per year.

For more information or organise a visit, please contact, Magali, your local broker at Boatshed Midi Canals.

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

Owners FAQ's

How long have you owned the boat for?

12 years

Why are you selling her?

change of plans

Where have you sailed her?

canal du midi and canal lateral a la Garonne

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