Constuction The 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. Mechanical EngineVolvo Penta MD22 50hp diesel engine with shaft driveThree bladed propellerEngine fully serviced 2026 Engine overhauled including the injectors 2024Sidepower bow thrusterElectrical 12 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 System Pressurized hot and cold water system to galley and both headsCalorifier with engine and immerser heating Calorifier replaced 2026 TankageDiesel tank 250 litres Water tanks 568 litres 2x Holding tanks 50 litres Mast, 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 WardrobeMainsail– Fully battened Dacron mainsail with slide cars (good condition)Genoa – Furling Dacron genoa with burgundy UV strip (good condition)Spare Mainsail – Additional Dacron mainsail TBCStorm Jib – Heavy-weather sail, hanked for removable inner forestay TBCFacnor roller reefing system for the headsailStack pack bag with lazy jacks for easy handling and stowageThe 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, sup