'Why Not?' is a J/92, a sleek fast design with a high ballast ratio, stiff, responsive, and fast — this particular J/92 is well suited to short-handed sailing, given the current owners modification and having won the EAORA Double Handed Championships. A well-maintained and thoughtfully set-up yacht, she benefits from recent upgrades, a strong sail wardrobe, and practical systems designed for ease of handling. Keel and rudder survey completed Winter 2024 (copy available).Hull and deck are solid throughout — inspection welcome.
Additional Information
Engine & Mechanical Systems
Yanmar 1GM10 – 9hp diesel engine
Owner serviced annually
New engine bearers (2024)
New flexible shaft coupling (2025)
New alternator (2025)
2026 service includes:
New oil filter
New fuel filter
Oil & water separator
New water strainer
New fan belt


Freshwater flush system fitted to reduce internal corrosion
Electric bilge pump
Cockpit battery charge indicator
Hull, Keel & Construction
One of the final USA-built J/Boats — exceptionally well constructed
50% ballast ratio for stability and performance
Keel and rudder survey completed Winter 2024
Hull and deck in excellent condition — tap test welcome
Sail InventoryA high-quality One Sails and Quantum wardrobe, ideal for both racing and short-handed sailing:MainsailQuantum Carbon Mainsail — fully valeted Winter 2025, 3 reefs, excellent condition (10/10)Headsails
One Sails Forte Laminate Racing Jib (hanked) — 2 seasons old (8/10)
One Sails Dacron Heavy-Duty Cruising Jib (hanked) — (8/10)
Downwind Sails
One Sails IFS Spinnaker (Red, 68 sqm) — 2 seasons old (8/10)
One Sails IFS Spinnaker (Blue, 68 sqm) — virtually new, used once (10/10)
Spinnakers flown from Karver furler system, making short-handed handling significantly easier
One Sails mainsail cover included
Rig, Spars & Deck Equipment
Hall Spars black anodised aluminium mast (two spreader)
Black anodised aluminium boom
Rigging inspected annually
Lazy jacks for short-handed reefing
Multi-purchase backstay system led to cockpit sides
Rod kicker led aft to coachroof
Full-width Harken mainsheet traveller
Multi-purchase mainsheet system
Bespoke Self-Tacking Jib System
Seldén track and car system mounted low on coachroof
Designed for optimal 8-degree sheeting angle
No reduction in sail area
Jib sheets led aft to cockpit
Extremely efficient and ideal for short-handed sailing and heavy weather
Electronics & Navigation
Raymarine Axiom 9” chartplotter (2024)
Raymarine autopilot (integrated with plotter)
Garmin depth sounder
Raymarine wind instruments
Standard Horizon VHF radio
Masthead tricolour and stern navigation lights
Emergency battery-powered navigation lights
Interior & AccommodationA clean, minimalist interior focused on practicality and weight saving, while remaining comfortable:
New bunk cushions (2025) with lee cloths
Single burner gas stove
Easy-access gas locker
Compact chart table
Fresh water and waste system
Rechargeable central cabin light (reduces battery usage in harbour)
Safety EquipmentPrepared to OSR Category 3+ liferaft standard:
Flares (valid to October 2027)
Horseshoe buoy
Heaving lines
Radar reflector
Jackstays
Searchlight
2 × CQR anchors
Marine first aid kit
Grab bag
Optional (not included but available separately):
Wristband MOB GPS system
3 × lifejackets (2024)
Liferaft
Additional Equipment
Full set of fenders including bow fender
One Sails mainsail cover
Trailer - (Available in further Negotiation)
West Mersea 4-wheel braked trailer
New jockey wheel (2026)
Good tyres
Requires spare wheel and lighting board
SummaryA rare opportunity to acquire a late USA-built J/Boat with excellent sailing characteristics, a strong sail inventory, and practical short-handed setup. With recent upgrades and a clean structural history, she is ready to sail, race, or cruise immediately.