2004 Beneteau 473

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                                                                Fibreglass

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: Yamah 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: July 2025 Last engine oil change: July 2025 Lots of recent engine maintenance including new water pump, hoses and injectors