1995 St. Francis 43 Sailing Catamaran – Bluewater Cruiser – $189,000
Location: Georgetown, South Carolina
Vessel Name: Zing
Description:
Zing is a 1995 St. Francis 43 catamaran — a proven bluewater cruiser built in South Africa by a world-renowned builder. She has recently returned from wintering in South Florida and is capable of sailing away immediately.
While the interior could use some cosmetic updates, the important systems are already in place: her hull and decks are solid, engines run strong, and her sails and rigging are in very good condition. This is an excellent opportunity to own a capable offshore catamaran under $200K and upgrade her to your taste over time.
Current owner has enjoyed Zing for the past four years and is selling due to health reasons. All reasonable offers are encouraged.
Specifications
- Year: 1995
- Make/Model: St. Francis 43 Catamaran
- Length: 43 ft
- Hull Type: Fiberglass Catamaran
- Location: Georgetown, SC
Engines
- Twin Yanmar 3YM30 diesel engines (~29HP each)
- Converted from sail drives to direct drive with:
- Hydraulic transmissions
- Stainless steel shafts
- Stuffing boxes
- 17” folding propellers
- Engines run strong (hours unknown)
Electronics & Power
- 10 solar panels (cabin top mounted)
- Dual inverters (3500 watts total)
- Icom fixed-mount VHF radio
- Garmin handheld VHF
- Furuno radar (needs service)
- AIS receiver
- Icom SSB marine receiver
- Raymarine ST6000 autopilot
- Raymarine ST60 wind instrument
- Spectra watermaker
- Wind generator
Galley
- Force 10 3-burner propane stove & oven
- Isotherm refrigerator/freezer
- Separate “Minus 40” freezer
- Hamilton Beach microwave
Interior
- Spacious salon with table, sofa, and navigation station
- Ample cabinetry and storage
- 43” TV
- 3 cabins
- 2 heads
Exterior & Deck
- Fiberglass hull & decks in very good condition
- Decks recently painted
- Bottom paint (2024)
- Cockpit & swim platform upgraded with SeaDek flooring
- Mantus primary anchor with rode
- Standing & running rigging in very good condition (survey completed in 2021)
Condition
- Structurally and mechanically sound
- Interior needs cosmetic updating
- Ready to sail now with room to add value
Why Buy This Boat?
- Proven offshore cruising catamaran
- Strong mechanical setup with upgraded drive system
- Excellent solar and off-grid capability
- Priced below market for quick sale
- Ideal for liveaboard or long-distance cruising











