Yacht Detail
1982 Via 52' (15.85 m) 52
Marigot, Saint Martin
Refit Year: 2020 MARE
A fantastic opportunity for a fully renovated, durable, and exceptionally equipped blue water cruiser – ready for ocean voyages or life aboard. MARE is not only a yacht, she’s a vessel of freedom. Robust, cutter-rigged aluminum sailboat France built with long-distance, blue water cruising in mind.
Tax Paid
Flag of Registry: France
Port of Registry: Pointe a Pitre
- Cutter
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- Aluminum Hull
| FEATURES: |
|---|
| Total custom refit in 2020 |
| New sails, rigging, and mast (2020) |
| Fully insulated 50mm Armaflex |
| B&G full navigation suite (2020) |
| Hydraulic centerboard: 1.1m draft up / 3.3m down |
| Notable Upgrades: Beta Marine 90HP engine (300 hours) |
| Tenders: Caribe 12 ft semi-rigid Yamaha 9.9HP 4-stroke |
| Date Listed: 05/25/2025 |
Description
A fantastic opportunity to own a fully renovated, durable, and exceptionally equipped blue water cruiser – ready for ocean voyages or life aboard. MARE is not only a yacht, she’s a vessel of freedom. This is second (2nd) owner.
The 52' Via is a robust, cutter-rigged aluminum sailboat designed by Jean-Louis Noir naval architect built in France (Via Marine at Paimpol and Fécamp Shipyards) with long-distance, blue water cruising in mind. Designed with a strong emphasis on safety and self-sufficiency, the Via 52 features a fully welded aluminum hull and deck, providing exceptional durability and resistance to corrosion. Its design includes a secure closed deep cockpit, a long swing keel on hydraulics with dual rudders, and a powerful sail plan that delivers capable performance under sail. With ample tankage, a oversized rigging, and reliable systems, the Via 52 is well-suited for passage making and extended offshore voyaging.
Below deck, the Via 52 offers a warm and functional interior layout, crafted in rich hardwoods with practical finishes. The boat features a spacious bow owner's cabin, two berths for guests, and a generous galley and navigation station, all designed to be comfortable at sea or at anchor. Large storage capacity and thoughtful ergonomics make the interior ideal for life aboard during long journeys. Whether crossing oceans or exploring remote anchorages, the Via 52 stands out as a capable and trusted choice for sailors who value strength, reliability, and thoughtful design.
- Total custom refit in 2020
- New sails, rigging, and mast (2020)
- Aluminum Marine Grade AG4MC/5083 hull (12mm flat bottom – allows for beaching, 6mm sides, 5mm deck)
- Fully insulated 50mm Armaflex
- Siemens solar array: 900W total
- Hydraulic centerboard: 1.1m draft up / 3.3m down
- B&G full navigation suite (2020)
- Beta Marine 90HP engine (300 hours) (2020)
- Caribe 12’ dinghy with Yamaha 9.9 HP outboard
- Available for viewing in St. Martin and Saint Barthélemy
OWNER’S COMMENTS
"After a comprehensive rebuild, we’ve prepared her for long voyages with comfort, safety, and full autonomy in mind. She’s a joy to sail and completely ready for her next chapter."
REVIEWS
"An extraordinary blue water cruiser with all the features seasoned sailors look for in a liveaboard-ready yacht. The VIA 52’s aluminum build and cutter rig provide unmatched durability and flexibility." – Cruising Sailor Journal
Aspire Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by David Walters Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
Specifications
LOA: 52' (15.85 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 1982
Refit Year: 2020
Documented Year: 1982
Beam: 15' 5''
LWL: 42' 7''
Draft Max: 10' 9''
Draft Min: 3' 7''
Cabins: 3
Sleeps: 8
Double Berths: 3
Heads: 2
Head Room: 6' 3''
Maximum Speed: 10 Knots
Cruise Speed: 8 Knots
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Aluminum
Hull Finish: Awlgrip
Hull Shape: Displacement
Bridge Clearance: 72' 4''
Fuel Tank: 158.51 Gallons (600.03 Liters)
Fresh Water: 237.8 Gallons (900.17 Liters)
Holding Tank: 18.5 Gallons (70.03 Liters)
Displacement: 31300 lbs
Ballast Weight: 13227 lbs
Dry Weight: 31300
CE Certified: Yes
Classification: A
Designer: Jean-Louis Noir
Builder: VIA Marine
Interior Color: White
Exterior Color: Gray
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Beta Marine
- Engine Model: Beta 90
- Engine Year: 2020
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: V
- Power HP: 90.00
- Power KW: 67.11
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 300.00
- Hours Date: 05-25-2025
- Engine Location: Middle
Full Details
INTERIOR ACCOMMODATIONS AND LAYOUT
Main area is spacious and bright, port side long galley with central cabinet with SS counter top, starboard open-thru salon seating, allowing easy walk thru to bow cabin. Teak laminates finish the sides while vinyl ceiling boards (epoxied).
· Teak, stainless steel, off-white vinyl ceiling
· Fully insulated with 50mm Armaflex
· Abundant storage and cabinetry
· Repainted interior and topsides (Awlgrip 2024)
GALLEY
Port side galley with vast SS countertop for preparing cooking given it’s central cabinet with SS countertop and ample storage/drawers below. Deep sink with high-end faucets.
· Stainless steel kitchen countertops
· Single deep sink
· High-end faucets
· Bottom drawers finished inside SS
· SunFrost RF16 refrigerator (BD35) & freezer (BD50)
· Force 10 gimbaled 3-burner stove and oven
· 3x deck hatches, 6x side hatches
MAIN SALON
Spacious and bright, with large seating.
· Headroom: 6.23 ft / 1.90 m
· Teak and off-white finish
STATEROOM and CABINS
Forward cabin with private double berth and en-suite.
· Double sized berth
· 4x large drawers underneath
· Ensuite head with shower
· Custom cabinetry aft
· Work table
· 3x deck hatches, 2x side hatches
MASTER HEAD
Dedicated WC and shower in master cabin.
· High-end stainless fixtures
· Full width mirror
· Wet-room style
· Blakes Lavac vacuum-flush marine toilet
· Aluminum sidings, floor and door
· Awlgrip finish
GUEST CABIN
Two double stern cabins.
· Teak and aluminum interior
· Overhead lighting
· Custom open storage
· 1x side hatch, 1x cockpit hatch, 1x roof hatch
· 1x 220v outlet
GUEST HEAD
Separate head and shower area.
· Blakes Lavac vacuum-flush marine toilet
· Wet-room layout
· Aluminum sidings and door
· Awlgrip finish
NAVIGATION AND ELECTRONICS
Fully updated suite of B&G instruments (2020).
ELECTRONICS
· B&G Zeus 3 12” chartplotter
· B&G V60B VHF with wireless handset
· B&G AIS Transponder
· B&G Wind and depth sensors
· B&G External GPS antenna
· Bluetooth Smart antenna
HELM
· Single wheel steering
· Hydraulic wheel steering
· Autopilot: B&G NAC3 with wireless remote
CONSTRUCTION & KEY FEATURES OF HULL & DECK
HULL
Strong marine grade aluminum construction AG4MC/5083.
· 12mm thick flat bottom – allows for beaching
· 6mm thick sides
· 5mm thick deck
· Twin rudders
· Hydraulic centerboard with two cylinders system
· Fully insulated (50mm Armaflex)
· Custom Awlgrip paint
DECK
Spacious and safe working areas. Notice the strong and whole length handrail.
· Dinghy davits and storage racks
· 8x dorades
· 1”1/2 aluminum Awlgrip painted handrail
GROUND TACKLE
· Double anchor
· Primary anchor: Lewmar 66 lbs / 30 kg
· Primary chain: 12 mm x 262 ft / 80 m
· Optional secondary anchor+chain: 154 lbs / 70 kg
· Windlass: Lofrans Falkon 1700W with remover hard cover
· Fenders: 6x
· Dock lines
MAST AND RIGGING
New mast, three level inline spreaders and standing rigging (2020).
· Deck stepped aluminum mast (19.5m)
· Cutter rigged:
- 2x Profurl
· Grand-father support
· Blocks and lines
- Several new
- Lewmar and Antal
- Spectra, dyneema
· Hydraulic backstay insulated for SSB
SAILS AND WINCHES
OneSails sail suite – all 2020.
· Main sail area: 581.3 sq ft / 54 m²
· Genoa sail area: 592.0 sq ft / 55 m²
· Jib sail area: 376.7 sq ft / 35 m²
· Winches, mast:
- 2x 41.2
COCKPIT
Deep and well-protected.
· Large T-shaped cockpit
· Under seat quick storage
· Stern davits for lifting
· Winches, port and starboard:
- 2x 44.2
- 2x 51.2
- 2x 65.2
SHIP SYSTEMS
ENGINE AND MECHANICAL
· Engine: Beta Marine 4-cylinders 90HP / 3.8L (2020)
· Hours: 300
· Transmission: ZF Marine Arco ZF 68 IV
· Propeller: J-Prop 3-blade feathering
· Alternators: Dual insulated (100A each)
· Fuel capacity: 600 L (plus 70 L day tank)
· Fuel tanks: Aluminum integrated to hull, 2x inspection holes
· Generator: None
· Bow thruster: None
PLUMBING & TANKAGE
· Water tanks: 2x 350L, 1x 100L
· Water maker: Village Marine 25L/h
· Water maker location: Port aft guest's under bunk
· Washing machine: Asko 1600rpm
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
· 1000 Ah Winston LiFePO4 battery bank (2020)
· Siemens 900W solar array (12x 75W)
· Mastervolt 2kW inverter 230V (2020)
· FW II wind generator (not installed)
· Custom DC/AC electric panel (2020)
· Shore power: none
· Main switch board (7x, 1x free)
- Center Board
- (Free)
- Inverter 230V
- Windlass
- Starting Battery
- Service Batteries
- Alternator
GAS SYSTEM
· Gas type: Propane
· Force 10 galley stove: 3 burners and 1 oven
· Gas locker with vent
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
· Watertight bulkheads
· Manual and electric bilge pumps
· Emergency tiller
· High lifelines - rigid aluminum
EXTRAS
DINGHY
· Caribe 12 ft semi-rigid
· Yamaha 9.9HP 4-stroke
Disclaimer
The 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.
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