John Lidgard
Boat Name: Nomad V
Features
Forget the waiting lists and mooring stress. This is your immediate “Bach in the Bay.” On offer is Nomad V, a 1965 John Lidgard 43ft Kauri Motorsailer, paired with a prime 12m berth at Opua Marina (C29) with a highly sought-after lease through to 2049.
THE BOAT: Nomad V Nomad V is a masterclass in Lidgard design—built for comfort, volume, and serious coastal cruising. Cherished by the same family for over 40 years, she is a Triple-Skin 3/8″ Kauri masterpiece, glassed for longevity and strength. Spacious Layout: Unique Center-Cockpit design featuring 3 cabins and a rare 3-shower configuration (Forward, Aft, and Deck), offering unmatched privacy and convenience for families or guests. Solid Engineering: Powered by a reliable 90hp Ford Diesel (1980s), cruising comfortably at 6.5 knots with a massive refrigeration capacity (11 cu ft freezer) for extended stays at anchor.Ready to Sail, Masthead Sloop rig with self-tailing winches and a near-new 3.1m Highfield inflatable tender included.
THE BERTH: C29 Opua Lease Expiry: 2049 (23 years of total security).
Location: Prime position on C-Pier with easy access and excellent shelter. Investment: Secure your parking spot in NZ’s premier cruising ground.
VESSEL SPECIFICATIONS:
Construction: 3 skins of 3/8 inch Kauri, Timber Glassed
LOA: 13.1m (approx. 43ft) | Beam: 3.6m | Draft: 1.7m
Engine: 90hp Ford Diesel | Fuel: 320L (Stainless) | Water: 320L (Stainless) Galley: 4-Burner LPG Stove/Oven/Grill, 12V Fridge & Freezer
Electronics: Garmin GPS/Plotter, Furuno Radar, Simrad Autopilot
Power: 12V system with 6 batteries and Solar charging
Ground Tackle: Manson CQR, 70m chain, Maxwell Nilsson winch (rebuilt)
WHY THIS PACKAGE? You are buying a fully-equipped, three-bedroom waterfront holiday home. Whether you’re looking for a coastal cruiser, a live-aboard, or a high-end static Airbnb investment in Oupua, Nomad V is the complete turnkey solution. Package deal $189,000 boat only $95,000
Specifications
Specifications
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year1968
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makeJohn Lidgard motor sailer
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modelJohn Lidgard Motorsailer
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stock numberB534
Construction
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Hull ConstructionTimber
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builderJohn Lidgard
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LOA approx13.10 m
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beam approx3.60 m
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draft approx1.70 m
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hull type3 Skins of 3/8 Kauri
Engine
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enginemakeFord
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engine fuelDiesel
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drive systemShaft
Tankage
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fuel capacity approx500 Litres
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fuel tank2x S/Steel
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water capacity approx420 Litres
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water tank2x S/Steel
Interior
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berths2 x single, 2 x double
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headroom0.00m (0'0")
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toiletQty: 2, Location: Forward Cabin & Aft Cabin
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cooking4 Burner/Oven/Grill
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cabin no3
Accessories
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safety equipmentFire Extinguishers: 5
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navigation gearGPS: Garmin Radar: Furuno GPS Plotter: Garmin Fish finderGarmin
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ground tackleCQR
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capstanMaxwell Nilsson (rebuilt)
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