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1998 Island Packet 40

Old Lyme, Connecticut

$179,900

.We are excited to present ESSENCE, a remarkable 1998 ISLAND PACKET 40 that stands out as an exceptional choice for boating enthusiasts. This vessel is distinguished by its meticulous upgrades, reflecting a strong dedication to quality craftsmanship. Recent enhancements include brand new tanks, a beautifully installed Teak and Holly floor in 2023, and newly updated chain plates, which collectively elevate ESSENCE to the status of a true floating masterpiece. The vessel has received exemplary maintenance, guaranteeing both its aesthetic appeal and performance are maintained at an optimal level. Given its impressive features and condition, we encourage interested parties to act swiftly, as this extraordinary yacht is unlikely to remain on the market for long. Our dedicated team at Prestige Yacht Sales is here to provide comprehensive support throughout your purchasing journey. We invite you to contact us with any inquiries or to arrange a personal tour of ESSENCE, and we look forward to helping you embark on your dream of yacht ownership.

Disclaimer

Great Southern Yacht Company is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Prestige Yacht Sales - Brewers Dauntless Shipyard.

Basic Boat Info

Boat Name: ESSENCE
Make: Island Packet
Model: 40
Year: 1998
Condition: Used
Category: Sail
Builder: Island Packet
Designer: Bob Johnson
Construction: Fiberglass
Boat Hull ID: TDL40111A898
Has Hull ID: Yes

Dimensions

Length: 40 ft / 12.19 m
Length Overall: 41'6 ft / 12.65 m
Waterline Length: 34 ft / 10.36 m
Beam: 12'11 ft / 3.94 m
Min Draft: 4.67 ft
Displacement: 22,800 lb
Bridge Clearance: 53'8 ft / 16.36 m
Cabin Headroom: 6'5 ft / 1.96 m
Ballast: 10,000 lb
Electrical Circuit: 12 V
Cabins Count: 2

Engines / Speed

Engines: 1
  • Make: Yanmar
  • Model: 4JH2E
  • Drive Type: Direct
  • Fuel: Diesel
  • Engine Power: 50hp
  • Type: Inboard
  • Propeller Type: 3 Blade, Bronze
  • Year: 1998
  • Engine Hours: 2300
  • Engine Location: Center

Tanks

Fuel Tanks: 1
Fuel Tank Capacity: 85 gal
Water Tanks: 2
Water Tank Capacity: 80 gal
Holding Tank Count: 1
Holding Tank Capacity: 30 gal

Other

Heads Count: 2
Drive Type: Direct
Windlass Type: Electric
Boat Class: Cruisers, Sloop

Additional

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.

Additional Information

2024

New Jabsco fresh Water Pump & Expansion Tank

2023

New Chain Plates  

New  Water, Fuel, Holding tank

New  grey water lines to all tanks and heads with y valve to overboard and deck Pumpouts

New  Dometic SP1S12 holding overboard pump

New 11 gal. SS Hot Water Heater

New Tank Senders

New Dometic Holding Tank Monitor 

New  Dual Read Water/ Fuel Guage

New Main Halyard and Extra Safety Halyard

New Ultra Anchor Flip Swivel

New Topping Lift 1:3 Block

New Jib Furling Line

New Traveler Lines

New Main Sheet

New House Batteries 5 Oddessy Extreme AMG 31T

New Starting Battery 1 Oddesssy Extreme AMG 24T

New Propane Solenoid 

New Raymaine Mast Head unit and windex

New Mast Head Cable

New Cockpit Standard Horizon VHFRam3

New second Anchor Line 200ft  with 30 ft Chain

Main Anchor Chain marked 25 50 100ft

2022

New Life Sling

2019

New Balmar ARS 5 stage Alt 120 Amps

New Dripless Stuffing  box Fisk 2000

New Propeller Shaft

New Jib Sheet

2018

New  Marine Kettle Propane Grill Rail Mount

New under sink Seagull water filter

New Dodger Bimini, Full Enclosur,  Rigid windows, tan fabric, waterproof lining

New cordless Winchrite Handle 

New Galley Fan 3 speed

2017

New Bilge Pumps Atwood & Whale Super Switch 

2015

Spectra 200T Watermaker

Custom Folding Teak Cockpit Table

Custom Folding Seat in Main Salon

New Zantrex 1800 W

New Raymaine E125 Hybrid Touch PlotterDigital Radar

Wind,Depth,Speed, Autopilot St6002

New Standard Horizon Explorer VHF with CockpitRam

2014

Reupholstered Saloon Seats

Added Third 85 Watt Solar Panel Sun Force

New Raymaine AIS 650

New Quantum Main cross cut HA Ploy Preg 8.52 Woven Polyester

New Quantum 120 Genoa

New 50 to 30 amp splitter

New Icom VHF Handheld 

New ARC EPIRB 

New Ditch bag with safety hardness and jack lines

New CO Detector 

2 New Sena Headsets SPH 10

2012

New Force 10 3 burner propane Stove

Espar diesel heater rebuilt 

2011

New Supreme 45 lb twin slot Anchor

Lewmar V3 Windless  Gypsy replaced 2003

New anchor chain 3/8 S4 galvanized 220 feet

New KATO Marine Davits with Harken 20ST Winch

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