43' Wauquiez Amphitrite 43

1985 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 Turnkey Blue-Water Cruiser
Overview
If you are looking for a proven, exceptionally rugged blue-water cruiser that is ready to untie the dock lines and cross oceans tomorrow, look no further. This 1985 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 is a legendary center-cockpit ketch known worldwide for its offshore pedigree, heavy-weather capability, and timeless lines.

Unlike many vessels of her vintage, this boat has been painstakingly upgraded by a knowledgeable owner with a brand-new diesel engine and modernized systems, making her a truly turnkey home on the water. With multiple Atlantic crossings already under her belt, she is tested, proven, and eager for her next adventure.

Key Highlights & Pedigree
Proven Offshore History: Multiple successful Atlantic crossings. Safe, predictable, and deeply reassuring when the weather turns sour.
Modern Power & Systems: Features a new diesel engine and completely updated electronics and autopilot, blending classic hull strength with modern reliability.
ICW friendly rig
Exceptional Comfort: Designed to be as comfortable at anchor in a secluded cove as she is eating up miles offshore.
USCG registered

Accommodations & Layout
The Amphitrite 43 layout is famous for offering the privacy and space usually found on much larger yachts:
Massive Aft Stateroom: Features a spacious berth, abundant storage, and a private en-suite head.
Forward Guest Quarters: Comfortable V-berth layout with easy access to a second head, ideal for cruising with family or guests.
Saloon & Galley: Warm teak joinery, excellent ventilation, abundant natural light, and a functional sea-going galley designed for extended living aboard.
Separate workshop space accessible from galley and cockpit

Upgrades & Equipment
New Beta 60 diesel engine (Low hours, smooth, and exceptionally reliable)
Upgraded B&G electronics suite (chartplotter, Triton 2 displays)
Modern B&G autopilot (A trusted crew member on long ocean passages)
Upgraded electrical systems, charging, and battery bank
Standing and running rigging meticulously maintained
All thru hulls recently replaced
12V watermaker with new membranes (13 gallons per hour)
600 amp hour Lithium house bank
1000 watts of solar
400 watt wind generator
Teak decks removed
New paint and awl grip on deck and cockpit
Deck hardware recently re-bedded
Hull stripped and epoxy barrier coated
Fresh anti foul 2026
New MaxProp 4 blade feathering propellor
65 lb Mantus M1 anchor with Mantus swivel
200 of 10mm chain w/ 10 of nylon rode
3 separate Victron charge controllers for 1,000 watt solar array
Victron Multiplus 3000 watt inverter charger
Victron Cerbo GX w/ Touch display for battery monitoring
Starlink w/ 12v connection
New freshwater pump and accumulator
New mainsail
New canvas for full cockpit enclosure
New Tides Marine low friction mainsail track
Recently reconditioned Profurl headsail furler
New dripless shaft seal
New 35mm prop shaft
Recently rebuilt Lofrans Tigress windlass (with remote)
New stack packs for main and mizzen with lazy jacks
New Racor 500 fuel filter
Kato dinghy davits and outboard engine hoist
Two large propane tanks in aft deck locker
Large collection of engine spares
Almost all new running rigging