The Wauquiez Centurion 45S (designed by Berret-Racoupeau) is widely celebrated by sailors as a premium performance racer-cruiser. Reviewers praise its exceptional build quality, elegant aesthetics, and legitimate offshore speed. The Wauquiez Centurion 45s is a robust and elegant performance cruiser, appreciated for its quality and excellent sailing characteristics. Designed by the famous yacht designer Ed Dubois and built by the French shipyard Wauquiez, this model combines speed and comfort, ideal for long distances.Technical specifications and design The hull of the Centurion 45s is made of hand-laminated fiberglass with vinylester resin and built using the infusion technique, which ensures a light and stiff construction. Equipped with a bulb keel, this yacht offers optimum stability and excellent sailing performance. With a length of 14,00 meters, a beam of 4,16 meters and a draft of 1,95 meters, it is suitable for both coastal waters and open sea.Rigging and Sail Plan The Centurion 45s has a fractional rig with a high set mainsail and an easy to trim headsail, which improves maneuverability and speed. Thanks to the balanced sail area to weight ratio, this yacht offers high speeds without compromising stability, making her suitable for both racing and comfortable cruising.Interior and comfort: The interior of the Centurion 45s is practical and luxurious, with a spacious saloon, well-equipped galley and three double cabins for a comfortable stay on board. The use of teak gives the interior a warm, classic look. An inspection will reveal to a prospective purchaser the outstanding attention to detail in its high quality cabinetry and joinery. We welcome your visit !Additional InformationAccommodationThe interior is finished to a premium standard, featuring golden-hued Burmese teak and a sleek Art Deco aesthetic that distinguishes it from many contemporary production boats. The practical three-cabin, two-head layout is designed for comfortable extended cruising.The owner’s suite is located forward. Each aft cabin includes a double berth with a single Pullman berth above, allowing up to three guests to sleep in each aft cabin. The vessel can accommodate a maximum of nine guests, including one additional berth in the salon.Interior Comforts and AmenitiesPropane stove with electric safety valve and switchRefrigeratorIceboxWater heaterWebasto heating systemJuicemakerFull set of logo-embossed plates, cups, glasses, forks, knives and spoons12V fans in each cabinNumerous opening hatches and portlights providing excellent ventilation throughoutOwner’s cabin with two opening hatchesSun protection and mosquito screens for both owner’s cabin hatchesElectronics and NavigationInterior chartplotter repeaterInterior autopilot instrument repeaterVHF radioRaymarine i70s multifunction displays (3)Depth, wind, speed and autopilot instrumentationHydraulic autopilot system3,000W inverter40A battery chargerNote: The Raymarine displays are operational, but the blue background lighting is faulty. They can be difficult to read during daylight hours but remain visible at night.Electrical Systems12V DC electrical system110V shore power systemService batteries, 220Ah (2)Engine starting battery, 125Ah (1)Batteries approximately 3 years old and reported to be in excellent conditionBatteries used approximately five months per year3,000W inverter, 12V to 110VBattery monitor40A battery chargerWebasto heating systemDeck and Hull EquipmentThe flush, low-profile deck lines give the vessel a distinctive custom-yacht appearance. Sculpted deck surfaces provide secure footing and support for the crew while underway.Delta primary anchor with 60m of chain and 25m of rodeCQR 20kg spare anchor with 40m of rodeMooring lines (numerous)Fenders (6)Full bimini with side shade panelsDodger and sprayhood1,500W electric anchor windlassAndersen stainless-steel electric winches, 12V (3)Large single steering wheelHarken Black Magic deck equipmentOwner Updates: The owner will replace the fogged dodger and sprayhood windows. The existing windows were last replaced approximately four years ago. The owner will also provide a complete new set of cockpit cushions.Sails and RiggingComplete standing rigging replacement by FKG Rigging Specialists, with invoices available, 2025Several new halyardsHeavy-duty Spectra fully battened mainsailFurling 155% LP carbon genoaTall mast configurationThe mainsail is described as a heavy-duty sail with significant remaining service life. The carbon genoa is reported to have approximately 50% remaining usage and may require replacement.Mechanical EquipmentAutomatic standby bilge pumpManually activated electric bilge pumpManual hand-operated bilge pumpFreshwater pumps (2)Safety EquipmentFire extinguishers positioned throughout the vesselNew safety package to be supplied by the ownerFlares and rockets to be supplied by the ownerNo liferaft currently includedNew liferaft can be arranged by the owner if requiredDinghy InformationAB 11' Hypalon RIB with rigid bottomTohatsu 9.8HP outboardOutboard reported to be operationalDinghy is nearing the end of its serviceable lifeTankageWater: 500 L in PVC tanks (2) 250 LFuel: 240 galHolding: Not specifiedOwner’s Comments and Boat HistoryThe vessel lost her mast during Hurricane Irma. The mast and rigging were subsequently replaced by FKG Rigging Specialists.The hull was professionally sprayed in silver metallic Awlgrip with a clear coat approximately four years ago and is reported to remain in excellent condition.The Centurion 45S combines sporty sailing performance with a comfortable cruising interior. The “S” designation represents the model’s sport-oriented configuration, complemented by a tall mast, large single steering wheel and Harken Black Magic deck equipment.Below deck, the three-cabin, two-head layout provides generous accommodation, practical living spaces and high-quality wood finishes. Wauquiez’s hull and deck construction has earned the yard a strong reputation for producing robust, premium-quality cruising yachts.DisclaimerThe company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.