ConstructionThe Dufour Gib’Sea 43 is a robust, ocean-capable cruising yacht built in France by Dufour Yachts.Her hull is constructed of solid hand-laid fiberglass (GRP) for strength and durability, while the deck features a balsa-cored sandwich construction to provide rigidity and insulation without excessive weight.The hull-to-deck joint is mechanically fastened and bonded, ensuring a watertight seal and long-term structural integrity.The internal structural grid is molded and bonded directly to the hull, distributing rig and keel loads evenly and enhancing stiffness.The ballast is encapsulated within a cast iron fin keel, and the balanced spade rudder is mounted on a solid stainless-steel stock, offering responsive steering and reliability.SummaryThe Dufour Gib’Sea 43 is a remarkably spacious and versatile cruising yacht, perfectly suited to comfortable family sailing or extended cruising adventures. Her clever interior design offers exceptional flexibility — the forward cabins can be arranged as one luxurious en-suite owner’s suite with a seating area, or easily converted into two separate cabins, one double and one twin-bunk, ideal for children or guests. Aft, there are two generous double cabins, providing comfortable private spaces for family and friends.On deck, she features a large, well-protected cockpit with twin helm wheels, a full cockpit canopy, and a bimini, creating an inviting and secure area for both sailing and relaxing at anchor.Deya has benefited from extensive upgrades and care over the past two years, including new standing and running rigging, refreshed saloon upholstery, upgraded LED lighting, a rebuilt engine, and a new electric outboard, among many other improvements. Presented in fantastic condition, she is equally at home as a capable long-distance cruiser or as a comfortable, family-friendly yacht — truly ready to step aboard and sail away.MechanicalEngineVolvo Penta MD22 50hp diesel engine with shaft driveThree bladed propellerEngine serviced 2025Engine overhauled including the injectors 2024Sidepower bow thrusterElectrical12 volt system with 3x 100Ah AGM domestic batteries 2024/25Shore power socketMastervolt Chargemaster 25A battery charger68Ah engine battery 2025100Ah anchor windlass and bow thruster battery 2025Sterling Power digital alternator regulatorSterling Power Pro-Power 600W invertorWarm air cabin heating with remote controlWater SystemPressurized hot and cold water system to galley and both headsCalorifier with engine and immerser heatingTankageDiesel tank 250 litresWater tanks 568 litres2x Holding tanks 50 litresMast, Rigging and SailsThe Dufour Gib’Sea 43 is equipped with a 9/10 fractional sloop rig, designed for balanced performance, strength, and ease of handling under sail.The deck-stepped aluminium mast and boom are supported by twin swept-back spreaders and stainless-steel standing rigging and running rigging were renewed in 2023.Facnor roller reefing headsail system, and a gas rod kicker for the boom.Sail handling is straightforward and safe, with all control lines led aft to the cockpit through rope clutches for short-handed sailing.Primary sail controls are managed via two Lewmar 48 self-tailing cockpit winches and two Lewmar 44 self-tailing coachroof winches.The boom is fitted with slab reefing, a stack pack sail bag, and lazy jacks, ensuring easy sail handling and stowage.Sail Wardrobe
Mainsail– Fully battened Dacron mainsail with slide cars (very good condition)
Genoa – Furling Dacron genoa with burgundy UV strip (very good condition)
Spare Mainsail – Additional Dacron mainsail
Spare Genoa – Additional furling genoa
Storm Jib – Heavy-weather sail, hanked for removable inner forestay
Facnor roller reefing system for the headsail
Stack pack bag with lazy jacks for easy handling and stowage
The rig and sail plan of the Gib’Sea 43 deliver a strong combination of performance, durability, and simplicity, ideally suited for both offshore passages and relaxed coastal cruising. With renewed rigging (2023) and a well-maintained sail inventory, this yacht is fully equipped for confident and comfortable sailing in a wide range of conditions.AccommodationThe Dufour Gib’Sea 43 offers a highly versatile and spacious interior, designed for comfort and adaptability at sea or in port. The forward accommodation features a flexible layout with two distinct configurations.Deya's Layout transforms the space into a large en-suite double berth cabin by removing two wall panels between the forward and bunk cabins (stowed neatly beside the hanging locker), lowering the top bunk to form a generous settee, and repositioning the bunk cabin door to close off the saloon.The forward V-berth cabin includes a seat, mood lighting, shelving with storage boxes, hanging locker, hatch blinds, and opening hatches for ventilation. The starboard bunk cabin (when configured) offers a hanging locker, opening portlight, and deck hatch. The forward heads lie to port and lead through to the bright and comfortable main saloon.The saloon features an L-shaped settee to starboard around a fixed dining table, with an additional L-shaped settee on the centreline. A linear galley lies to port, opposite a chart table to starboard, with the aft heads positioned just aft of the galley.Natural light and ventilation are excellent throughout, with three opening overhead hatches, four opening portlights, and a fixed portlight. Interior lighting is modern and flexible, featuring LED white, red, and blue options, remote-controlled mood lighting, and LED touch reading lamps. Storage is well thought out, with lockers above and beneath the settees, as well as additional under-floor compartments.Aft are two double berth cabins, each accessed via port and starboard doors. Both cabins include hanging lockers, ample storage, opening portlights to deck and stern, and roof hatches. The starboard aft cabin also benefits from a small seat. The central companionway lifts to provide access to the engine, supplemented by additional access panels in both aft cabins.Galley
Two-burner stove with oven
New gas hoses and full service (2023)
Double stainless-steel sinks
Top-loading refrigerator with ice box
Hot and cold pressurised water system
Jabsco Aqua water filter
Ample locker and cupboard storage
Fixed hull portlight for natural light
HeadsForward Heads
Electric sea toilet
Sink with storage
Shower with hot and cold water
Opening portlight
Holding tank with overboard or deck pump-out
Aft Heads
Manual sea toilet
Sink with storage
Shower with hot and cold water
Opening portlight
Holding tank with overboard or deck pump-out
InventoryInstrumentsEngine instrumentsFuruno GP1650 plotter at chart table, software requires an updateGarmin GPS128 at chart tableSimrad RD68 DSC VHF radio at chart tableRaytheon ST60 wind in cockpitRaytheon ST6000+ autopilot in cockpitRaytheon ST60 tridata, depth, speed, log, in cockpitHelm compassHand held VHF radioAvylet C301 radio, MP3, Bluetooth USB playerTV with Fire StickiPad with Navionics, internet AIS, anchor alarm, sailing and weather appsiPad built into hardened case can be located at chart table or helm5G WiFi router with Firestick, a new account will be required by new ownerCockpitTwin steering wheels with leather trimHelm coversEngine controls at starboard helmSprayhoodCockpit canopy with zipped and roll up aft and side sections 2025Canopy zips on to BiminiBimini with clear panels above the helmsCockpit table with storage and drop leaves12v and USB socketsTable and instrument console coverWinch coversPort and starboard lockersGas locker with two Calor Gas 4.5kg bottlesTransom gateCockpit seating with teak finishCockpit cushionsDeck equipmentStainless steel open pulpitStainless steel pushpit quartersStainless steel stanchions with twin guard wiresPort and starboard gatesTransom gateBow rollerLofrans 1000w electric anchor windlass and remote controlDelta anchor with 60m chainSelf launching and self stowing anchor below the 'Dolphin' noseSpade kedge anchorDeck wash for anchor and chainOutboard bracketDinghy snap davitsSwim ladderVarious warps and fendersSafety equipmentManual and electric bilge pumpsHorseshoe lifebuoyOscar man overboard rescue slingDanbuoyOcean Safety liferaft Hydrostatic release, service expired May 2024Liferaft deck mounted stainless steel cradleThrow lineShaft rope cutterSmoke alarmsCO2 alarmFire blanketGas system serviced and new hoses 2023Further informationWaveline 290 inflatable dinghy and Bison 50Ah electric outboard included. Electric outboard has on board charging system.Cabin warm air heating is of Chinese manufacture but does use the existing Eberspacher exhaust hose and outlet and is very efficient.