Vindö 50 Ketch
Södertälje, Swedenon the market since 10 days
Price on request
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Stefan Benz
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VINDÖ 50 (1974) – CLASSIC LONG KEELER IN WELL-MAINTAINED, MODERNIZED CONDITION
For sale is a Vindö 50 from 1974 (LOA 10.65 m / 35 ft, beam 3.10 m, draft 1.60 m, displacement approx. 6.5 t). I purchased the vessel in October 2025 in Denmark to realize a 6-month sabbatical in the summer of 2026 as a solo sailor in the Baltic Sea.
Despite her classic age, the yacht has been extensively modernized technically and is ready to sail immediately. Outdated systems are nowhere to be found – there is no deferred maintenance.
The Vindö sails very balanced and course-stable. Close-hauled she achieves approx. 40°, with a reefed genoa about 43°. The long keel ensures steady behavior particularly on broad reaches without annoying yawing – ideal for longer passages.
HEADROOM
I am 1.85 m tall and can stand upright in the cabin without any problem.
EQUIPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY
Engine: Volvo Penta D2-55 (2002), approx. 2000 operating hours
3-blade propeller (Korsør, 2023)
Hydraulic steering (Vetus) + Raymarine autopilot incl. wind vane mode (2016)
Raymarine instruments (2016) and chartplotter (2019)
SeaTalkNG network with integration of autopilot, plotter, VHF (incl. AIS reception), wind, depth and temperature data
Complete renewal of electrical system (Philippi, 2020) incl. tank and battery monitoring
Andersen 40ST self-tailing winches
RIG AND SAILS
Quantum mainsail, mizzen and roller genoa (2015)
Sails overall in good condition
Standing rigging main mast renewed (2017)
Rig check by professional rigger (April 2026, for Pantenius) – good condition confirmed
New genoa sheets (2026)
TANKS, ENERGY AND SUPPLIES
2 × 55 L diesel tanks
115 l stainless steel water tank new (2025), 30 l plastic freshwater tank (2020), pressure water system renewed (2020)
1 starter battery + 3 AGM house batteries
COMFORT AND INTERIOR
Electric Jabsco marine toilet (2017) with holding tank
Hot water boiler
Eno gas stove (2017)
Isotherm ASU 320 refrigerator (2017)
All upholstery renewed (Alcantara), foam last replaced 2022
DECK AND EXTERIOR
Teak deck completely renewed (2014)
New teak on deck, coachroof and vent tracks (2014)
Partial renewal (port side) and replacement of rub rail (teak)
Completely renovated cockpit (bench seats and deck, 2023)
Sprayhood (Kalechesmeden, 2020) and bimini
Stern anchor setup in stainless steel with galvanized Mantus M2 anchor – ideal for solo sailor
Winter cover with sturdy NOA deck frame
New mooring lines: 2 × 10 m, 2 × 15 m (2026)
HEATING
Ardic 032 diesel heater
2025 completely overhauled (incl. new combustion chamber, new diesel pump, approx. 700 EUR investment)
CONDITION, MAINTENANCE AND SURVEY
2017: complete removal of antifouling and rebuild with epoxy osmosis protection
On hard every winter for at least 25 years (Dragør, Denmark)
Independent survey (September 2025): very good condition, no significant defects
No osmosis / no blistering found
Extensive photo documentation available
Survey report and rig protocol available for inspection
ACCESSORY PACKAGE (OPTIONAL, EUR 5,000)
Liferaft (service due 2029)
OLEU Watersports storm jib (6 m²)
Dinghy 2.3 m with air floor
ePropulsion eLite electric outboard
EcoFlow Delta Max + 200 W solar panel
2 × 130 W flexible solar panels
ACR EPIRB Global Fix v5
INSPECTION
Inspections are possible from September 1st to 30th.
From 1/9 to 20/9 the vessel is in the Stockholm archipelago – trial sails are possible there.
From 20/9 to 30/9 the vessel is on land in winter storage in Södertälje and can be inspected including the underwater hull.
Winter storage is paid and included in the purchase price.
MISCELLANEOUS
This is not a distress sale. If the desired price is not achieved, the vessel will be kept and used further in the coming season (planned: 2–3 months). Serious offers are welcome.
The complete inventory list, the independent survey report (September 2025) and the rig check protocol (April 2026) are available upon request.
For sale is a Vindö 50 from 1974 (LOA 10.65 m / 35 ft, beam 3.10 m, draft 1.60 m, displacement approx. 6.5 t). I purchased the vessel in October 2025 in Denmark to realize a 6-month sabbatical in the summer of 2026 as a solo sailor in the Baltic Sea.
Despite her classic age, the yacht has been extensively modernized technically and is ready to sail immediately. Outdated systems are nowhere to be found – there is no deferred maintenance.
The Vindö sails very balanced and course-stable. Close-hauled she achieves approx. 40°, with a reefed genoa about 43°. The long keel ensures steady behavior particularly on broad reaches without annoying yawing – ideal for longer passages.
HEADROOM
I am 1.85 m tall and can stand upright in the cabin without any problem.
EQUIPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY
Engine: Volvo Penta D2-55 (2002), approx. 2000 operating hours
3-blade propeller (Korsør, 2023)
Hydraulic steering (Vetus) + Raymarine autopilot incl. wind vane mode (2016)
Raymarine instruments (2016) and chartplotter (2019)
SeaTalkNG network with integration of autopilot, plotter, VHF (incl. AIS reception), wind, depth and temperature data
Complete renewal of electrical system (Philippi, 2020) incl. tank and battery monitoring
Andersen 40ST self-tailing winches
RIG AND SAILS
Quantum mainsail, mizzen and roller genoa (2015)
Sails overall in good condition
Standing rigging main mast renewed (2017)
Rig check by professional rigger (April 2026, for Pantenius) – good condition confirmed
New genoa sheets (2026)
TANKS, ENERGY AND SUPPLIES
2 × 55 L diesel tanks
115 l stainless steel water tank new (2025), 30 l plastic freshwater tank (2020), pressure water system renewed (2020)
1 starter battery + 3 AGM house batteries
COMFORT AND INTERIOR
Electric Jabsco marine toilet (2017) with holding tank
Hot water boiler
Eno gas stove (2017)
Isotherm ASU 320 refrigerator (2017)
All upholstery renewed (Alcantara), foam last replaced 2022
DECK AND EXTERIOR
Teak deck completely renewed (2014)
New teak on deck, coachroof and vent tracks (2014)
Partial renewal (port side) and replacement of rub rail (teak)
Completely renovated cockpit (bench seats and deck, 2023)
Sprayhood (Kalechesmeden, 2020) and bimini
Stern anchor setup in stainless steel with galvanized Mantus M2 anchor – ideal for solo sailor
Winter cover with sturdy NOA deck frame
New mooring lines: 2 × 10 m, 2 × 15 m (2026)
HEATING
Ardic 032 diesel heater
2025 completely overhauled (incl. new combustion chamber, new diesel pump, approx. 700 EUR investment)
CONDITION, MAINTENANCE AND SURVEY
2017: complete removal of antifouling and rebuild with epoxy osmosis protection
On hard every winter for at least 25 years (Dragør, Denmark)
Independent survey (September 2025): very good condition, no significant defects
No osmosis / no blistering found
Extensive photo documentation available
Survey report and rig protocol available for inspection
ACCESSORY PACKAGE (OPTIONAL, EUR 5,000)
Liferaft (service due 2029)
OLEU Watersports storm jib (6 m²)
Dinghy 2.3 m with air floor
ePropulsion eLite electric outboard
EcoFlow Delta Max + 200 W solar panel
2 × 130 W flexible solar panels
ACR EPIRB Global Fix v5
INSPECTION
Inspections are possible from September 1st to 30th.
From 1/9 to 20/9 the vessel is in the Stockholm archipelago – trial sails are possible there.
From 20/9 to 30/9 the vessel is on land in winter storage in Södertälje and can be inspected including the underwater hull.
Winter storage is paid and included in the purchase price.
MISCELLANEOUS
This is not a distress sale. If the desired price is not achieved, the vessel will be kept and used further in the coming season (planned: 2–3 months). Serious offers are welcome.
The complete inventory list, the independent survey report (September 2025) and the rig check protocol (April 2026) are available upon request.
