Linssen 37SE

EUROPEAN CANAL CRUISER

True Blue VI' is a Dutch steel motor yacht with two sleeping cabins, 2 bathrooms, galley, dinette and saloon cabin, fully equipped for voyaging the network of canals and rivers across Europe. She has Australian ships registration and is operated by an Australian owned syndicate comprising 6 couples who have over 30 years combined experience in syndicated canal boat ownership in Europe.

'True Blue VI' provides an excellent opportunity to explore the majestic waterways and countryside of France and many other places in Europe in top class comfort. In 2008 the boat had a full interior and exterior factory refit by the manufacturer, Linssen Yachts PL, Europe's leading canal cruiser manufacturer.

Specifications:

Make / Model: 'Linssen 37SE built (1994) Maasbracht, Netherlands Length: 11.5 x 3.6 m, draft: 1.17m, air draft 2.7m, Wt: 12t

Construction: Steel, professionally built, teak decks

Condition: Very good (full Linssen factory refit in 2008)

Engine: Volvo TMD41B, 150hp with approx. 3500 engine hours

Top speed: 9 knots (canals generally limited to 4 knots)

Steering: Hydraulic, with inside and outside driving consoles

Fuel/ Water: Diesel 440L, Water 440L

Galley: 3-burner gas stove, gas oven, 12V electric fridge Shower: HWS heated from engine / 240v shore power Central heating: Diesel furnace

True Blue VI (Linssen 37SE)

Accommodation:

Forward cabin: Contains a ¾ lower berth, upper single bunk, wardrobe and drawer storage plus private ensuite toilet with wash basin.

Galley and dinette: As new gas stove, gas oven, sink and electric fridge. Dinette converts to double bed. There are ample storage cupboards and lockers throughout the boat.

Saloon: Has inside driving console, roomy leather settee and dining table, plus loads of storage space.

Aft cabin: Queen berth, wardrobe (hanging space), lockers, shelves, as well as ensuite bathroom with shower, WC and hand basin.

Aft deck: Has 'upstairs' driving console with windscreen and bimini covering the entire outdoor living area and deck furniture.

Equipment:

'True Blue VI' has a complete inventory for 'step-aboard' cruising. This includes bed linen, towels, cooking utensils and crockery. Two Dutch style bicycles provide excellent opportunities to explore villages and towns along the way. There are spare parts and ample tools on board to allow 'on-the- move' maintenance. The syndicate has developed a comprehensive 'Agreement' and 'Operating Manual' plus a comprehensive library and cruising guidebooks. The boat has VHF radio, AM/FM radio with CD player and external input jack. Almost all moorings in Europe have WIFI.

Canal Cruising:

"True Blue VI" has cruised rivers and canals in France, Belgium, Netherlands and Germany. The interconnected waterways take you to the heart of Paris, Berlin, Brussels and Amsterdam, as well as hundreds of picturesque smaller towns and villages in some of the best countryside in Europe. The cruising season is April - October, allowing 2-3 months cruising per owner every second year. A 'cruising roster' is attached to the Ships Agreement and each year's cruising is fine-tuned by consensus at the Annual General Meeting of shareholders held in December each year.

Shares in 'True Blue VI'

The "True Blue VI" syndicate has been running since the boat was commissioned in 2009. Some of the group's older members have decided to move on. There are now, consequently, several shares available for sale. A suitable buyer will become a part owner of an Australian Registered Ship, a member of a long-standing ownership agreement and be entitled to an allocation of 51 days every second year cruising European Canals aboard True Blue VI.



Individual shares are available for $30,000.00 each. However, should a buyer wish to purchase True Blue VI outright, and/or create his own syndicate, the remaining partners have agreed for this to proceed. The successful purchaser shall be given access to all documentation, including the "Ownership Agreement" and historical boat maintenance records. The boat is currently stored for the 2022-23 winter in a marina's heated shed in Maasbracht (NL). A current syndicate member will be available for in-country assistance in familiarisation and operating techniques if desired.