My wife and I had an Amphitrite 43 in the early 1990s for about 5 years. The original models were actually sold as kits for owners to finish (in the late 70s), so many of them had various layouts. Our layout was different (and standard for '84 straight from the factory) from this one. The aft cabin took up the entire aft portion of the boat. The aft head was larger, and the passage to the aft cabin had full headroom along with two dedicated pilot berths. The galley was a bit smaller, because they had reduced the size of the freezer to have a counter that folded down to give access to a door that entered the large cockpit locker from the galley. The engine access was great. The doors to the engine in the aft passage opened as in your video, but the entire panel under the gang way came off, as well as a large door inside the cockpit locker (accessible through the galley). So three entire sides of the engine were completely able to be open when working on it. We retained the teak deck, and even though it did need to be redone before we sold it, I loved the feel of teak under my feet at night or in a storm. We also had in-mast mainsail furling. You are correct about the cockpit - many a night sail in various conditions were done on autopilot, reading a book (with a red light), drinking a Heineken - watching for other boats or lights. The cockpit was very secure. We bought it in France, and used it there for the first few years whenever we had time. It was really well equipped by the time we took off. Before leaving, I installed more electronics, which needed a larger grounding plate. I found out that the hull thickness at the chine was about 10 inches thick! The boat was built like a tank that actually sailed great. The hull shape, the hefty skeg-hung rudder, and the lengthy keel gave it good bones. We finally took a two year sabbatical and sailed it to the Caribbean and South America before bringing it to Solomon's Island in MD to sell (and get back to work and buy a house for my wife - that was the deal to go sailing....). In a heavy sea with gale force winds, this boat is absolutely wonderful - no pounding, and it sailed upwind and down with real purpose - and was handled by the autopilot (NECO) in difficult conditions with ease. In a light breeze, it moved easily - and at all times it had a nice motion. It was easily sailed by one person, and every trip that we took was a real pleasure - (with navigation by Russian military Navy sextant - no GPS yet). It was kind of a pig to reverse into a tight slip, but I cannot think of another boat that I would rather sail in the open ocean. Even though I am now over 70, I would feel confident taking the equivalent of our boat out to sea again. Excellent review!

I’m glad I’ve never met Capt. Q in person or otherwise I would own a dozen sailboats right now. Stay Salty Y’all!

I have no objection to crouching a little to get back to that exquisite aft cabin. Queen berth!

Every time you show a boat, I want to buy it!

My wife and I viewed this boat a few months ago. The downsides for us was the pass through for the aft cabin and lack of a separate shower. If we were ten years younger she would have been ours. Great boat!

I'm 6'4" and I'd gladly put up with that companion way to the after cabin considering the rest of the boat! That nav station was to die for!

I was raised on a 33' Columbia. I'd gladly duck through the pass through to the aft cabin. Great features for the size. The cockpit is awesome.

great channel, as a fairweather sailor , a small sailboat owner and primarily a windsurfer (and therefore a sailing minimalist) i can appreciate the work you have done and appreciate the thought and workmanship that goes into these fine creations that you review!

Oh, and I've got no problem with the companionway. What a price!!!!

Lovely boat and I really like the aft companionway and think it's cozy

Love this boat. The companion way area is nice. To me, this is NOT a deal breaker. Thanks Captain for the great video.

Great informative I love the classic style, I would not buy this boat as ,as you said its a bit pokey in some places(my word not yours) I am in the market for another boat especially a Ketch- but not until I have sold my current boat 40' Derek Kelsall, want to try a ketch. Just love the way you explain with great detail, I am quite surprised the new information I have taken from you, and I am 70, once again..thank you..

just found your channel, love it. Just proves you don't need millions to sail. You should be a broker, the knowledge you have is amazing.

We wanted this boat!!!!! 😭 We made the mistake of coming to the Treasure Coast of Florida to shop for our live aboard. 100 boats later, apparently, routine maintenance, much less preventative, is non-existent here! The amount of wood rot and mold in them, soft decks, is horrific, AND they're newer and higher priced than ALL of Captain Q's videos! Heading up north! 😲🤭🤯

Been watching a few weeks now. For the price and the fact it can be sailed in the open ocean I would buy it. The cramped space to the after compartment I could live with. Now ... I just have to learn how to sail.

Just subscribed. I truly enjoy your walk-around Captain Q. The good and the bad aspects of the vessel. So many others skip over the not so good parts. As we all know any sailboat has it's own compromises. Keep up the good work Capt.

Really love the flag on the boat next to this boat!

Great video. Info, info info.... squeezes as much in as possible, lots of technical theory and experience. Love it and easy to watch. Thanks

You are the master of finding the best deals on beautiful sea worthy yachts. You did it again Q. Nice tour 👍😎✌

Loving this channel. Good info and insight into what makes a good bluewater yacht. Keep it going captain, from australia.

Great video! Thank you for taking the time to really highlight the features of each yacht you show us.

Found your channel last night... love it! Great reviews, I was ready to book a flight to the east coast after watching the Scheer 45 review, loved that boat! Thanks again.

What a beautiful yacht. I could see myself cruising this beauty.

We need a channel like yours on the West Coast.

I learn something new every time I watch one of your shows. Keep at it Cap!

This is where personal preference comes in because I love that companionway berth behind the gorgeous nav station. I would rate this as my number one so far and the price insanely low. Sell the guitar, get a bank loan open a lemonade stand but buy this boat. It's the opening chapter of a young liveaboard couple ready to go. You nailed it Captain Q but scored it too low buddy.

Would love to see you out sailing some of these! Great presentation wish I would’ve found this before I bought my fixer-upper Ericson 35

Thank you sir just found your channel, very informative, you know your stuff, and I love your style. Looking for something like this and will be following along. Tks again hav a great day ..

Great channel thanks. I'm making first plans for getting a blue water cruiser and i appreciate the way you describe the yachts. This is encouraging me more to actually buy one

Capt. You always make great informative videos. Keep it up who knows one day may buy a boat that you have reviewed. When my current boat needs replacing will look to you & your KZfaq channel. Ardent follower - Rick

Love your channel, extremely informative, lots of information on the boats that you survey. I'd love to hear your views on a 47 Vagabond 1984.Thanks and looking forward to your next boat

Capt Q thankyou I have learned so much what a joy you have brought long live the measuring stick

I think I would be much, much happier owning that boat than the last one with the teak decks for the same price. This one looked seaworthy and the other one didn't. Keep the good stuff coming.

Wow what a fantastic boat! No wonder she sold so fast!

Captain, you keep making the videos, I'll keep watching. Thanks for your insights.

Thanks so much captain for mega finds and inspections

Water is clear , sometimes greenish..also turquoise and blueish...so, blue water scooping it's best reply ever. Loving the fun part of this channel (blue water) captain..:) cheers

Hi Cap. Love your channel on sailing comfy nlue water yachts. Right on point for us!

Great video! Love practically all the boats you present! Thanks

I prefer the aft cabin because the bed and low head "revered" creates space for more privacy.

I would gladly pay $39k for her. Great price, just enough sweat equity to put into it that you won’t be in the yard for months. I think the best part about watching your videos is that the boats you show aren’t online for sale. It goes to show if you go to a marina you can find a gem for a reasonable price.

just a quick observation, maybe the best sailing (sailboat) video on KZfaq

Love this boat and how it is laid out. I wish when you do a review of a boat in the water that you would tell us what kind of keel it has. This would be a perfect boat, but if it has the wrong keel it's a deal breaker.

Your entire series has been wonderful. I want to run out and buy each one. But I will just have to dream on while you explian these beauties with the insights of a naval architect. Many thanks.

Just a beautifully presented show. Thanks Captain Q.

I'm so glad I stumbled across you two guys you show great boats. In in about 2 years I'm getting ready to buy one. I love to humorous popups on your videos to, keep up the splendid work

Love it. The aft cabin is perfectly fine.

Really appreciating your content, thanks!

I just found your channel and am enjoying it very much.

Layout reminds me of an Irwin 37. Im a smaller guy so that low companionway doesnt bother me and I really like the second workstation or desk in the aft cabin!!

Love your channel Captain Q! keep up the good work!

Great boat. I admire Captain Q. Most respectable man in the sailing world I think. In nearest day I want to get one to bring it to my hometown, Busan Korea. Thank you Captain.

Big Cockpits need BIG SCUPPERS, The passage way would make a good workshop , Vice etc.

This one has a lot of what I'm looking for: Over 40' -- check: Yawl of ketch - check: Beamy - check; Inexpensive -- check:and Motor is probably a write-off -- check. I want to restore an older beauty like her and replace diesel with electric regen. I'm not at all put off by aft cabin access. I think I'd replace the aft "desk/office' to make room for a proper stand-up shower and/or move the chart table back. Questions: Good bones? Headroom? Sail inventory and standing rigging? Is she still for sale? I like her a lot too. Please find me one just like her but with more headroom, preferably on the west coast! 😁🤓😁🤓❤️ Sweet boat, though. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you for doing the hard work of finding these boats.

I love this boat and it’s certainly in my price range

...have read many an article about the sister ship Ganesh by Fatty. Clearly, that boat has taken the Goodlanders everywhere they want to go.

Love your videos, how you find the most affordable boats and how you break down the pros and cons. Keep it up please.

I personnaly own one of this beauty. 138 of them were built by Wauquiez. A lot of space inside and really seaworthy. 39 kUsd is a really good bargain for this boat. +60 kusd are usually asked for this boat in Europe. The engine is a little bit rusty but it is an everlasting perkins. Number of hours of use would have been useful though.

I am so happy to have found your channel. Your reviews are spot on 😊 I would loved to have sailed with you Captain ⛵️⛵️

That boat would have been perfect for my needs. The price was unbeatable. Congrats to whomever snapped her up.

Yes that would be a boat for me. Love the nav station.

I would upgrade the engine and engine compartment, I could do that myself. And upgrade all the electronics. There might be other little things I might change but these 2 are a must once purchased.

Love the Will Farrell clip! Bravo

Great Channel. You have me hooked Captain.

Captain Q, I would like to thank you for your videos and input.

I love you series. I am 85 and still dreaming. Thank you. I would half to win the power ball.

No such thing as a blue water sailboat, Webb Chiles just completed his 5th circumnavigation in a Moore 24 without even standing headroom, for a seasoned sailor every sailboat is a round the world boat, with a novice sailor no boat is

very nice, it's tempting. I'd love to hear your opinion on mizzen or no mizzen, it looks great but what does it really give you? I plan on becoming a year around live aboard so I plan to add solar, but oh, the beautiful lines. so many trade offs. dingy issues plays it's own havoc. I can tell you some ideas on this

Your videos are extremely informative and I really have enjoyed watching them, I am curious where you find all these rare sailboats.

Thanks, lovely review. Bit of a rabbit warren...motor looks old

For this price you could afford a water maker and genset and update the electronics. The cockpit although, safe...if you have been in a 18 to 20 foot sea it would have to be enclosed. Three or four hours in that open cockpit would absolutely be insane. Plenty of room yes but tight... which is a must for rough seas. Plenty places to hold on and wedge yourself in. Below deck you would feel snug and safe.

I'd buy that! Price is great , the transom stern looks like a galleon...good or bad !? Up to you ..no classic lines here just livable lines. But what a live aboard boat , for the price wow.

Hello captain q and randy I just wanted you both to know what a great job your doing here..but I couldn't get the layout of this boat this time..

I really like the floorplan.

Seems like a deal to me and I really like the aft cabin and huge lazerette! Price is incredible. I would use the portside berth, immediately fore of the aft cabin, as a workbench and storage area as opposed to an extra berth.

I've never stepped foot on a yacht, can't really swim very well, but over the past year I've become fascinated and enthralled with various yachting youtube channels. Maybe its freedom on display in this year of lockdowns and a yearning for a life led differently. But I just found your channel Captain, this is the first video I've watched and I loved it. If I was ever to learn how to sail I'd love a teacher like you.

Wonderful channel, sir.

Love the cockpit. Is it a big expense to add a gate in the life lines? Not a deal breaker for this boat! You had me at the cockpit....

Yeah! Capt Fatty boat! Just like Ganesh! I love it so much reading about in Cruising world

Thanks for your suspender information Captain Q. Mine are enroute.

I'd like to hear what you have to say about water storage volume and engine/ generator fuel storage. also I have yet to see any boat with a solar or wind generator or inverters. just getting into the idea of a live aboard that is blue water capable. I live in Florida and would ultimately like to sail the world

Would definitely love to own it and now that I’m retiring soon I am wanting to get a boat and go sailing.

Another boat that I really like.

Great buying for a potential live-aboard and world cruiser.

I also just found your channel....AWESOME.

Captain Q your trouser braces are on back to front colour wise !

Realize if someone really wants to get into any boat they can, but what’s to stop a person from just opening the back hatch and easily enter the boat when the owners are away? Also, are misen masts more of a hassle, especially for solo sailing?

The aft cabin wouldn’t be a problem. Especially with a little daylight coming in right there.

One of my favorite boats. Fatty loves his

nice boat plan !!

great deal . . great vid

From the drone shot I thought we had a visit planned to that Nordhavn.....

Well done. Keep up the excellent work. Something I'd like to see, if you had time, would be a brief history of the designers or builders of the boats featured. The other thing that would be informative would be a guesstimate of the cost of some of the repairs, or perhaps bring someone along who does boat repairs that could kind of give an idea of the level of effort to make various repairs yourself vs hiring a contractor to do them.

Poor mans Amel, I like it.

If I was doing live aboard I’d have a new Yanmar diesel put in and a jar cockpit cover for solar

Is it still available? How is it for sailing it single handedly?

Great boat

Captain, those are not “scuppers”, those are “raised bulwarks.”

Late commenting. You don't mention her low SA/Displacement ratio. (But then, you never seem to delve into such important details.) Maybe she will be fine in regular to heavy trade winds, but not in light to moderate breezes. Will definitely need a mizzen staysail.