Wauquiez 43 Pilot Saloon – Premium 2000 Sailboat for Sale in the UK

The Wauquiez 43 Pilot Saloon is a distinguished 43.63ft sailboat built in 2000 and designed by renowned naval architect Ed Dubois. Currently available for sale in the United Kingdom, this yacht offers exceptional comfort for up to 6 guests across 3 private cabins, making it ideal for family cruising or extended voyages.

With a fin hull with bulb and spade rudder, fractional sloop rigging, and a reported sail area of 917 ft², this vessel delivers reliable performance and stability in diverse conditions. Its raised pilot saloon layout enhances visibility and social interaction, a hallmark of Wauquiez’s thoughtful design.

Wauquiez 43 Pilot Saloon built 2000 Designed by Ed Dubois. Incredibly well equipped and upgraded, this yacht has it all. Over €85,000 spent on upgrades and improvements since 2019. High quality French cruiser, deep draft bulb fin keel, wheel steering, spade rudder. Teak laid decks & cockpit new 2020. Powered by 88hp Yanmar 4JH2-DTE (original) 230hrs since major service ( 2020), shaft drive to 3 blade max prop. Superpower 110 24v bowthruster, 7 batteries all 2023. Panda Generator (349hrs) 560w solar panels, Aquabase watermaker 90ltrs/hr Cutter rigged sloop, standing rigging new 2023, spars by sparcraft, Lewmar hardware ST 54/44/40 winches..Fully battened Quantum Mainsail (2015) Furling genoa (2015) furler drums new 2023. Lewmar electric windlass. Highfield 3m tender 6hp Tohatsu outboard Full Nav/electronics , predominantly Raymarine incl C90W plotter incl radar display, St7001 autopilot, Radar, Sat phone, wireless network, Seatalk network. Comprehensive safety gear. Accom for 5/6 in 3 cabins + saloon. Two doubles & Single berth + saloon berth, 2 Jabsco manual heads & 2 showers, Upholstery and curtains all new July 2023. 45lts calorifier, Top- opening washing machine Brandt Premia, Fridge & freezer, Holding tank. Spacious aft cabin with excellent en-suite facilities, good double forecabin and a single cabin to stbd. A saloon giving comfort and great visibility with more than adequate head room. Supurb access to engine, generator and all pipe work/valves. Raised fully equipped navigation station, well designed galley with plenty of storage throughout. A quality built and respected cruising yacht far more suitable to offshore cruising than her smaller sister the 40 being stronger in construction with a double skin and built as an original Wauquiez with no Bennteau design influence, stronger fittings and an additional cabin.

Key Features of the Wauquiez 43 Pilot Saloon

• Length: 43.63 ft (13.30 m) LOA
• Year Built: 2000
• Designer: Ed Dubois
• Guest Capacity: 6 guests
• Cabins: 3 private cabins
• Hull Type: Fin with bulb
• Rudder: Spade type
• Rigging: Fractional sloop
• Sail Area: 917 ft² (85.19 m²)
• Location: United Kingdom
• Status: For sale

This yacht is incredibly well equipped and upgraded, with a full bluewater specification that supports long-distance sailing adventures. Previous owners have maintained it meticulously, ensuring it is ready for its next chapter.