Designed by Groupe Finot, the  Beneteau 323, Chablis, built in June of 2004 is a sophisticated, comfortable cruiser incorporating a voluminous interior filled with an abundance of light and ventilation. A wonderful, spacious cockpit offers a patented innovative pivoting steering wheel allowing easy access from the helm to companionway. The 323 has a long list of standard options that give this 32-footer incredible value that the competition will find difficult to surpass.

Equipment List

Boat Name/Model: 2004 Beneteau 323 "Chablis"

Price: $85,000

Specifications

Model: Beneteau 323
LOA: 32' 10"
LWL: 29' 2"
Beam: 10' 8"
Draft : 5' 11"
Displacement: 8,448 lbs.
Engine: Yanmar 18 hp.
Fuel Capacity: 17 gal.
Water Capacity: 42 gal.
Mast Height (over water): 48' 7"
Hull / Designer: Groupe Finot
Sail Area: 564 sq. ft.
 

Accommodations:

Staterooms: 2, One forward with double v-berth, 1 double aft

Heads: 1

Salon: Folding dining table with two settees. Separate chart table.

Galley: Refrigeration with freezer, pressurized hot & cold water, 2 burner propane stove, single stainless sink.

Cockpit: Bimini, cockpit shower, table, light, vented propane locker, pivoting wheel, swim platform and ladder.

Deck and Hull:

Fixed keel, draft: 5' 11
Fiberglass nonskid deck
Primary and secondary anchor, electric up/down windlass, all-chain rode.
Stainless bow and stern pulpits, stanchions with lifeline
Navigation lights

Tankage:

Fuel: 17 gallons
Water: 42 gallons
Holding tank

Electronics:

Depth/Speed: Raymarine ST-40 Bidata VHF
Autopilot: Raymarine ST-4000
Stereo: Radio/CD with cockpit speakers

Electrical:

12 Volt DC and 120 Volt AC (shore), with shore power cord
Separate 12 Volt house and engine start banks
Battery charger

Sails & Rigging:

Aluminum mast, deck - stepped Roller furling genoa Mainsail with stackpack and cover
Winches - 3 Lewmar Rigid boom vang, traveler

Mechanical & Engine Equipment:

Yanmar 18 HP diesel inboard with fixed pitch 2 blade propeller
Electric & manual bilge pumps, electric shower sump pumps
Fire extinguishers
Emergency tiller
Steering - wheel, cable
Alarms - oil pressure, water temperature

Additional remarks:

Yacht includes safety gear, cutlery, dinnerware. Two cabin owner's version. Beneteau first-owner warranty. Yacht includes an electric up/down windlass with an all chain rode.

The standout feature of the new Beneteau 323 is a patented pivoting wheel that rotates 90 degrees and aligns the wheel with the boat's centreline; it is Beneteau's answer to the industry-wide desire to open the passage straight through the cockpit from the transom, and it's simpler than twin helm stations.

Designed by naval architects Berret/Racoupeau, the Beneteau 323 features the similar force disbursement components that Beneteau uses in other boats in its line, which are tied to a fiberglass grid bonded to the hull that distributes all the sailing loads. The 323's interior has also drawn some of its traits from larger boats in the Beneteau line, most notably the panoramic forward-facing windows, which bring plenty of light into the cabin without excessively raising the coachroof.

The galley is located to port and features double stainless steel sinks, 2-burner propane stove with oven and 6'3" of headroom. The bathroom opposite to starboard contains a washbasin, shower stall, stowage lockers, mirror, head and hot shower. Her varnished cherry interior, white upholstery and halogen lighting give her a luxurious atmosphere, with the style and comfort of a much larger yacht.

The private aft cabin to starboard with hanging locker and 3 opening ports brings you plenty of air and light. This cabin is extremely roomy thanks to the athwartships sleeping arrangement. Two people can relax in comfort on the 7' long king sized bed.

The spacious cockpit has a fold away table & drinks holder, cushions and barbecue; everything you need for a perfect evening under the stars. She has a large foldaway bimini for relaxing in the shade after a hot day on the beach.
With her forward double cabin and converting salon table, she can comfortably accommodate up to 3 couples or a family of 6.