2004 Beneteau 473

General Description

A winner of Sail Magazine’s “Boat of The Year” and Cruising World’s “Best Production Cruiser”, the Beneteau 473’s are sought after vessels whether one is planning for liveaboard, coastal cruising or an offshore adventure. The Beneteau 473 provides a great balance of robust construction, performance and interior comfort.

 

Bella Beaupied has been well looked after by a professional mariner and she is ready for continued adventures.

 

US made boat – no tariffs or duties for US or Canadian buyers !

 

Assumable moorage.

Name...................................................... BellaBeaupied

Year...................................................................... 2004

Builder.................................................... Beneteau USA

Designer.................................................... Groupe Finot

LOA..................................................................... 46’11”

LWL.................................................................... 43’10”

Beam.................................................................... 14’2”

Draft........................................................................ 5’7”

Displacement................................................. 24,277 lbs

Ballast.............................................................. 8157 lbs

Sail Area ............................................................ 914 ft2

Hull                                                               Fiberglass

2

Steering............................................................... Wheel

Keel.................................................................. Fin Keel

Rudder.................................................... Spade Rudder

Fuel................................................................... 57 gals

Water............................................................... 222 gals

Hot Water................................................................ Yes

Holding Tank...................................................... Yes x 2

 

 

INTERIOR

  Two cabin, two head boat with an additional berth possible in the saloon.

  One enters the saloon and the large, seaworthy galley is to starboard

  To port is the large forward facing chart table with radar, VHF and multifunction display at hand.

  Aft of the galley is a massive storage area – definitely a benefit of the two-cabin version !

  The saloon features a large settee and table to port. Seating for eight. Saloon table converts to another king-sized guest berth or an excellent place to watch the mounted television. The port settee also converts to a single berth.

  The large owner’s cabin is all the way forward with queen-sized partial walkaround bed, private sitting area, and extensive storage.

  Private ensuite head with separate shower area. Electric head. Fold down seat for rough weather showering offshore.

  All the way aft is the guest cabin with a king-sized bed and lots of storge space. Private access to the aft head.

  The guest head is conveniently near the companionway stairs with easy access to the saloon or the guest cabin.

  Excellent natural light and ventilation throughout.

  Extensive storage in all areas of the boat.

  Interior upholstery and woodwork in excellent condition.

  Total sleep accommodation for seven people !

  Most lights converted to energy saving LED.

  Screens for all windows

 

COCKPIT

  Expansive comfortable cockpit with teak on the seats.

  Easy walkthrough to the swim platform

  Twin helms – for extra control, great visibility and easy access to the walkthrough stern.

  Dodger with covers. Clear panels replaced 2024

  “Like new” cockpit cushions

  Large cockpit table with cover

  Outdoor shower

 

GALLEY

  Large, seakindly galley. Another advantage of the two cabin version is the considerably larger galley with extra storage and preparation space.

  Large double stainless-steel sink with covers for extra preparation space.

  Large Adler Barbour fridge and separate freezer. The fridge conveniently has front access.

  Gimbled Force 10 three burner stove and oven.

  Installed microwave

 

MECHANICAL

  Westerbeke 63D 63 hp – Approx 1600 hrs

  Excellent access from the saloon and the aft cabin

 

ELECTRICAL + PLUMBING

  Large Victron inverter/charger Multiplus 2000/80 (2024)

  Victron Multi Control at the chart table.

  House bank – 4 x AGM 4D’s batteries – a total of 720 amp hours – great for cruising (Dec 2023)

  Separate starter battery

  Solar – 3 articulating solar panels with three Victron MPPT 75/15 charge controllers. Sufficient solar to keep the batteries, fridge and freezer going on long off-grid excursions.

 

INSTRUMENTS

  Garmin anemometer (2022)

  Garmin instruments – starboard side of cockpit (2022)

  Raymarine ST60 Multi port side

  Raymarine ST60 Autopilot – port side

  Raymarine ST60 Multi at chart table

  Raymarine RC520 – cockpit

  Raymarine RL70C Pathfinder radar at chart table.

  Standard Horizon VHF Matrix with DSC (2023)

 

SAILS & CANVAS

  Mainsail replaced 2022 and light use since

  Furling genoa

  Asymmetric spinnaker (needs repair)

  Also a spare mainsail and yankee available

 

RIGGING + DECK GEAR

  In-mast furling with electric winch

  Genoa furler

  All key lines led back to the cockpit.

  Twin spinnaker halyards

  Mast pulpit aka “Granny Bars”

  Self tailing winches throughout – 2 x Lewmar 54 on the comings and 2 x Lewmar 40’s on the cabin top (one electric)

  Running rigging replaced as required

  Windlass – Simpson Horizon 1500 - motor replaced 2022

  200’ of anchor chain plus 200’ of rode with stainless steel swivel

  Backup Danforth anchor with chain and 200’ of rode.

 

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

  Dingy: Achilles LSI-260 (2010) with storage on the transom.

  Outboard: Yamaha 8 HP

  Outboard lifting crane,

  Magma BBQ

  Lifesling

  Extensive spares and maintenance log

 

MAINTENANCE

  Last haul-out and anti-fouling: July 2025

  Last hull wax: July 2025

  Last zinc(s) change: Juy 2025

  Last engine oil change: July 2025

  Lots of recent engine maintenance including new water pump, hoses and injectors.

Bluewater Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Yacht Sales West. 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

This listing is courtesy of the MLS and may be centrally listed with another broker. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey representation of a particular vessel.