Boat DescriptionThe Trader 535 Motoryacht is a stunning example of craftsmanship and luxury on the water. Designed for both comfort and performance, this motor yacht offers a spacious and elegantly appointed interior, making it an ideal choice for long voyages or leisurely cruising. Accommodation is offered for 6 over 3 comfortable cabins, with a large and well-appointed galley.TRADEWINDS is a 2002 launched example of the Trader 535 Signature. Originally based in the Mediterranean, she has been based in the UK under the last two ownerships. Now reluctantly offered for sale due to a bereavement her inventory highlights include:
Full osmosis treatment completed in 2021
Underwater hull finished with Copper Coat applied following osmosis treatment in 2021
Twin Yanmar 6CXM-GTE2, 440hp marine diesel engines
Onan MKAD-4962013, 13.5kw marine diesel generator
Sidepower bow and stern thrusters
Robertson autopilot system
2x Raymarine C120W with UK/Ireland cartography / radar functionality
Simrad IS15 navigation instrumentation
SMEG Hob and Oven, 230VAC
SMEG combi oven / microwave
Electric flush marine toilets in both heads
HFL Klima reverse cycle air conditioning system, 230AC, heating and cooling
Maxwell electric anchor windlass
Almar passarelle system
Lying afloat and in commission on her berth in Craobh Marina the Trader 535 Signature TRADEWINDS is available for immediate viewing by prior appointment.ConstructionHull Construction:GRP moulded hullGRP form internal structural members, fully laminated to hullPlywood bulkheads laminated to hull and deckOriginal white gelcoat finish to topsides with blue sheerbandStainless steel framed portholesFull osmosis treatment completed in 2021Underwater hull finished with Copper Coat applied following osmosis treatment in 2021Boat slipped in August 2024 for anode replacement and antifouling of bow and stern thruster tunnels.Deck & Superstructure Construction:GRP moulded deck, incorporating coachroof and deck house structureGRP moulded deckhouse roof incorporating self-draining flybridgeGRP moulded aft deck sun canopyWhite gelcoat finish with moulded non-slip textured panels on coachroof topStainless steel framed deck hatches and windowsStainless steel frames doors aft and to starboardLaid teak decking to finish foredeck, side deck, aft deck and bathing platformRudder:Twin ruddersMachineryPort Engine & Gearbox:Yanmar 6CXM-GTE2440hp @ 2,800RPM6 Cylinder, turbo charged, indirectly cooledGauges for RPM, Eng Oil Pressure, Temperature, Voltage, Gearbox Oil PressureKobelt single lever controls at both helm stationsHMI exhaust alert systemRacor primary fuel filter unitStarboard Engine & Gearbox:Yanmar 6CXM-GTE2440hp @ 2,800RPM6 Cylinder, turbo charged, indirectly cooledGauges for RPM, Eng Oil Pressure, Temperature, Voltage, Gearbox Oil PressureKobelt single lever controls at both helm stationsHMI exhaust alert systemRacor primary fuel filter unitMaintenance & Performance:Engine last serviced spring 2025Generator last serviced spring 2025Engine anodes replaced August 2024Engine Hours Port – 1337Engine Hours Starboard – 1340Cruising speed 14ktsMax Speed 20ktsPropulsion & Steering:Stainless steel prop shaftsWaterfed compression gland type stern glandsBronze propellersDual station hydraulic steering systemBow Thruster:SidePower tunnel mounted thruster 16hpJoystick type controller at both helm stationsRemote control fob allowing control of both bow and stern thrustersStern Thruster:SidePower, electric transom mounted stern thrusterJoystick type controller on flybridgeRemote control fob allowing control of both bow and stern thrustersTrim Tabs:Bennett trim tab systemElectro hydraulic systemRocker switch type controls at both helm stationsPosition indicators at both helm stationsAutopilot:Simrad Robertson systemSimrad AP22 control heads at both helm stationsHydraulic drive systemGenerator:Onan MKAD-4962013 marine diesel generator13.5kWHours 926.3Electrical SystemsVoltage systems:24VDC onboard power system230VAC shore power systemShore Power System:Extension lead to connect to shore supplyDual 32amp and 16 amp connection pointsHardwired RCD-protected system.3 pin continental type sockets with UK adapters, battery charger, immersion heaterBattery Banks:Domestic – 2x 12VDC, 200Ah, Yuasa lead acidEngine Battery – 2x 12VDC, 200Ah, Yuasa lead acidGenerator Battery – 1x 12VDC, 60Ah, Varta24VDC Charger:Dolphin Power 1 First battery charger230VAC – 24DC, 80ampOther Electrical:Searchlight – Guest combined search and flood light unit. 360 degree rotation. Control panels at both helm stationsWindscreen Wipers – Pantograph arms, multi-speedHornPlumbing SystemsFresh Water:Pressurized hot and cold water systemsMixer tap in galleyHot and cold taps in forward heads with dedicated shower fittingHot and cold taps in aft cabinHot water provided from calorifier, heated by engine cooling water or 230VAC immersion heaterBlack Water:Single holding tank for both headsDeck pump-out or macerator dischargeBilge Pumps:Manual Bilge PumpElectric Bilge Pump – x3 with manual and auto operation, indicator lights at both helm stationsTankageFuel:Dual diesel tanks302 gallons eachApproximate total capacity 2270 litersFresh Water:Single fresh water tankApproximate capacity 909 litersHolding Tank:Single holding tankConnected to both forward and aft headsApproximate Capacity 100 litersCalorifier:Single insulated tankApproximate capacity 50 litersHeated by engine cooling water or 230VAC immersion heaterTank Monitoring:Independent gauges for each fuel tankTank Watch 4 level indicator system for water tank – Not operational currentlyNavigation & Communication EquipmentOn Deck:Plotter/Radar – Raymarine C120W with UK/Ireland cartographyRepeater – Simrad IS15 showing depth and log informationMagnetic compassInternal Helm Station:Plotter/Radar – Raymarine C120W with UK/Ireland cartographyRepeater – Simrad IS15 showing depth and log informationMagnetic Compass – Plastimo 135ClockBarometerCommunications Equipment:DSC VHF – Ray 240e black box system with command mic stations at each helmHandheld VHF – Standard Horizon HX300NASA WeathermanDomestic EquipmentGalley:HOB – SMEG 230VAC, 4 plateOven – SMEG 230VAC, fan oven with grillCombi Microwave/Grill – SMEG 230VACFridge/Freeze – Coolmatic free standing fridge freezer, front loadingDrinks Fridge – Euro Engle Front loading fridge in saloon with iceboxWasher/Dryer – Aquarius 1100, 230VACToaster – Russel Hobbs, 230VACKettle – Breville, 230VACMixer tap with separate pull out spray headDouble stainless steel sinksCorian worktopForward Heads:Jack’n’Jill with forward cabinToilet – Electric flush marine toiletMarble countertopWash hand basin with mixer tapShower cubicle with bulkhead-mounted shower headAft Heads:Toilet – Electric flush marine toiletMarble countertopWash hand basin with mixer tapDedicated shower/bath with mixer tap and shower headAir Conditioning / Heating:HFL Klima system, 230ACDual compressor HFL KCC25KHZ, 25,000BTUReverse cycle to provide heatLighting:Overhead downlighters with LED bulbs throughoutLamps in saloonReading lights in cabinsEngine space lightingEntertainment:Stereo – JVC CD/Radio head unitTV – Sony BraviaAccommodationSummary of Accommodation:Double cabin forward with en-suite access to headsTwin cabin to port forwardForward HeadsDeck SaloonGalleyMaster aft cabin with en-suite headsAccommodation Finish:Teak joinery work finished in matt varnishTeak and holly sole boards throughoutFitted carpets in saloon, cabins and passageway forwardCorian worktop in galleyMarble countertops in headsCurtains for all port lightsBlack out blinds for all deck hatches.Description of Accommodation from Forward:Forward Cabin:Double island berth forward, centrallyStanding room aft of bunk spanning full width of cabin with access to bunk on port and starboard sidesThree storage drawers beneath bunk at aft endCounter top outboard of bunk to port and starboard and wrapping around forward end of bunk, vanity lockers beneath counter topsOpening deck hatch above bunk centrallyFull-height storage lockers outboard to port and starboard with drawers beneathEn-suite access to forward heads aft to starboard.Forward Heads:Accessed from starboard side of passageway forwardJack’n’Jill en-suite access from forward cabinElectric flush marine toilet outboard centrallyMarble topped countertop forward with inset wash hand basin and mixer tapVanity lockers above wash hand basin outboard and over head above toiletShower stall aft with fixed door, marble topped seat outboard, shower head and fittings mounted on bulkhead aftPort Cabin:Accessed to port side of passageway forwardTwin bunk cabin with thwartships bunks located forward and aftStanding room between bunks centrallyDresser unit outboard of standing room with counter top, storage drawers beneath and locker above with mirror mounted on doorFour storage drawers beneath each bunkTwo storage lockers above forward bunk, inboardHelm Station:Located to starboard side, forward of deck saloonDouble, forward-facing bench seat with sliding door to access starboard side deck outboard with optional foot restHelm forwardEngine controls, dashboard, plotter and other controls all mounted forward of helmNavigation area to port side with large chart table working area, lifting to provide storage beneath, counter top outboard with drinks fridge belowDeck Saloon:Located centrally with passageways to access forward and aft living spacesSwept staircase providing direct access to aft deck areaLarge U-shaped settee wrapping around saloon table to portSaloon table, height adjustableDouble bench settee outboard to starboardCounter tops forward and aft of seating to port and starboardSony TV mounted on aft end of deck house centrallyStorage drawers and lockers beneath seating unitsGalley:Access from aft end of deck saloon via steps.Countertop running along inboard side forward with washer dryer contained in space beneath aftBuilt-in fridge freezer aft of inboard countertopWorktop wrapping around outboard side of galley with built-in hob and oven aft.Range of storage drawers and lockers beneath worktops throughout galleySelection of storage lockers above galley worktops.Microwave built-in to above galley storage unit forwardMaster Aft Cabin:Accessed through galley aft.Centrally located island double berth with walk-around access to port and starboard sidesSingle seat outboard to starboard with dresser unit outboardLarge storage locker aft of dresser unitFull-length mirrorCounter top outboard to port with storage locker forward and above countertop aftSelection of drawers beneath countertopBookshelf spanning bunk overhead aftAccess to en-suite heads forward to portEn-Suite Aft Heads:Accessed from the forward port end of the aft cabinShower stall and mini-bath forward with fixed door screenElectric flush marine toilet outboard centrallyMarble topped counter top aft with inset wash hand basin and mixer tapSelection of lockers above and below countertops.Deck EquipmentCanvas Work:Flybridge coverFlybridge bimini coverAft deck cover – removable panels fitting to sun cover, creating fully enclosed space (August 2023)Selection of wheelhouse screen and window coversAnchoring & Mooring:Bower Anchor – Trader 33KG stainless steel plough anchor on chain rodeAnchor Windlass – Maxwell electric windlass, chain gypsy and warping drum. Foot button controls on foredeck, secondary control switches at both helm stationsPassarelle – Almar stainless steel passarelle with teak gratings, electro hydraulic operationFenders – SelectionMooring Warps - SelectionTender:Inflatable Dinghy – Lightweight Lodestar Inflatable dinghy with seat, oars, pump and storage bagOutboard – Minn Kota Riptide RT40/SC/S 12VDC electric outboard with 12VDC batteryGeneral:Single stainless steel bow roller forward, anchor self-stowing in rollerSolid stainless steel guardrail running around deck edge with lower, plastic coated stainless steel guard wire.Guard rail gates to port and starboard sidesStainless steel fairleads to port and starboard forwardStainless steel sampson posts fitted to deck, outboard to port and starboardToerail mounted midship cleats to port and starboard sidesElevated aft decking area with fixed GRP moulded roof.Full canvas sides (new August 2023) to screen off aft deck and create additional spaceL-shaped seating unit to starboard with fixed table and moveable occasional seatingBench seat unit to portStorage locker space within seating unit basesFlybridge accessible from deck forward to port, stainless steel ladder with teak treadsAccess to transom bathing platform aft to portStorage locker to starboard side of bathing platformDeck shower at bathing platformFold out swimming ladder to port side of bathing platformDinghy storage chocks mounted centrallyStainless steel fender baskets mount on rails around aft end of deckSafety EquipmentGeneral note on safety equipment: Any safety equipment such as liferafts, Epirbs, fire extinguishers and flares etc. are usually personal to the current owner(s) and if being left on-board as part of the sale of a used vessel may require routine servicing, replacement, or changing to meet a new owner's specific needs.Navigation Lights:Anchor lightSteaming LightPort, starboard and stern navigation lightsLife saving:Horseshoe lifebuoy with light x2Liferaft – Will require serviceDisclaimerIn this case we are acting as brokers only.The Owner is not selling in the course of a business. whilst every care has been taken in their preparation, the correctness of these particulars is not guaranteed. The Purchaser is strongly advised to check the particulars and where appropriate at their expense to employ a qualified Marine Surveyor to carry out a survey and/or to have an engine trial conducted which if conducted by us shall not imply any liability for such engine on our part. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
This 2002 Trader 535 Signature is listed for sale in Craobh Haven, Argyll and Bute, Scotland. With a 54ft layout and used condition, this boat is suited to buyers looking for power options in this location. View full details, photos and specifications for reference RB622642 on Rightboat.