Mason 43
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XPresented For Sale By:
Associated Yacht Brokers of Mexico
Mexico
| Make | Mason |
|---|---|
| Model | 43 |
| Year | 1967 |
| Condition | Used |
| Price | US$75,000 |
| Type | Sail |
| Class | Sloop |
| Length | 43 ft |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Hull Material | Wood |
| Location | La Paz, Mexico |
| LOA | 49 ft 11 in |
|---|---|
| Length at Water Line | 33 ft 1 in |
| Beam | 14 ft 1 in |
| Max Draft | 8 ft 1 in |
| Keel Type | Fin |
| Displacement | 25000 lb |
| Ballast | 8400 lb |
| Total Sail Area | 771 ft² |
| Engine Type | Inboard |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Chrysler Nissan |
| Engine Model | SD22PU 4 cylinders |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Engine Year | 1967 |
| Power | 48 hp |
| Propeller Type | 2 Blade |
| Propeller Material | Bronze |
| Engine usage (hours) | 365 |
| Designer | Al Mason |
|---|---|
| Builder | Ta Shing Yacht Building (TAIWAN) |
Description
Classic Beauty in a World-Class Cruising Destination
Now offered in the vibrant cruising hub of La Paz, Mexico, gateway to the Sea of Cortez, this beautifully restored 1967 Ta Shing Mason 43 sloop "Trouble" is a rare find for lovers of traditional craftsmanship and offshore capability.
Designed by renowned naval architect Al Mason, this nearly 50-foot wooden sailboat was expertly built in Taiwan using plank-on-frame construction. A previous owner dedicated seven years to an extensive restoration, including a fiberglass-encased hull (bottom and sides), enhancing durability while preserving her classic wooden charm.
Powered by a 48hp Chrysler Nissan SD22PU inboard diesel engine, she offers reliable performance and fuel-efficient cruising. The fin keel design ensures stability and smooth handling at sea, making her a solid candidate for serious offshore sailing.
Below deck, the interior is both unique and well-crafted, fully restored and in excellent cosmetic condition. The layout provides generous living space and easy access to bilge and structural components, ideal for maintenance and long-term cruising comfort.
With proper outfitting and shakedown cruising, “Trouble” is ready for bluewater adventures. Whether you're drawn to her timeless elegance or her ocean-going potential, she promises unforgettable voyages in one of the most spectacular cruising grounds in the world.
Don't miss your chance to own a true classic, let our local yacht experts show you how easy it is to start your cruising journey in La Paz, Mexico, where your next sailing adventure begins.
Tanks
- Fuel: Wooden tanks, lined with fiberglass internally, one forward of engine and one below V-berth, unknown capacity.
- (2) fuel level gauges
- Water: Deck fill fitting to starboard aft, wooden tank below starboard aft berth, unknown capacity
- Holding: Deck fitting to port forward, plastic holding tank below V-berth, unknown capacity
Accommodations
Aft cockpit, starboard companionway, aft cabin with hinged door access aft in saloon, aft cabin has berth to starboard and navigation station to port. Galley to port aft in cabin, engine below galley cabinet, curved bench seats forward in saloon, head to port forward and V-berth forward.
Galley
- Adler Barbour refrigeration
- Force 10 two burner LP gas range
- LP Gas system: Two tanks in locker to port in aft cabin
- Galley sink with hand pumped pressure water
- Dometic microwave oven
Electrical
- AC system: 30A/125V shore power inlet to port aft, shore power cord, 110/120 volt system
- DC system: Two 8D and one smaller sealed 12 volt batteries to starboard aft in saloon, two battery switches to starboard aft in saloon, 12 volt system
- Circuit protection: G.F.C.I. outlet, distribution panel to starboard in cabin includes branch AC & DC circuit breakers, AC volt and ammeter, AC source selector switch
- Voltmeter
- Heart interface Link 1000 inverter controller, heart interface Freedom 10 inverter
- Portable battery charger
- Cabin fans
Mechanical
- Freshwater cooled
- Hurth transmissions
- (2) alternators
- Engine controls: Push / pull cables, double lever controls
- Exhaust systems: Wet system, flexible hoses
- Propulsion gear/shaft logs: Bronze packing gland, 20 LH 18 two blade bronze propeller, bronze stern tube, 1 "1/4" diameter stainless steel propeller shaft
- Engine instrumentation includes tachometer, temperature and oil pressure
- Steering system/rudder ports: Cable / quadrant system, bronze packing gland, wood keel hung rudder, pedestal/wheel control
- Bilge pumps: Manual pump to starboard aft in cockpit, submersible electric pump forward of aft cabin
- Onan 2400 portable gasoline generator
- Force 10 diesel heater
- Water pressure pump, second water pressure pump, manual waste discharge pump
Navigation and electronics
- Chelsea ship's clock and barometer
- Danforth / White Constellation compass
- Horizon speed and depth instruments
- Garmin GPS / 80
- Simrad WP30 autopilot
- Garmin GPS48
- Interphase Probe sounder
- Horizon Eclipse + VHF
- Raytheon SL70 Pathfinder radar
- Sharp TV, Direct TV box
- Chart table
Deck and hull
- Decks & superstructure: Fiberglass over plywood
- Deck hardware: Stainless steel bow and stern rails, stainless steel stanchions, lifelines, eleven opening bronze port lights, grab rails, five deck vents, butterfly hatch, three deck hatches, set of stern cleats with hawse holes, set of amidships cleats with hawse holes, set of bow cleats with hawse holes
- Anchor & ground tackle: 45 lb. CQR anchor, chain rode
- Anchor roller
- Maxwell Nilsson electric windlass
- Boarding ladder
- Foredeck chest
- Folding cockpit table
- Companionway dodger, various canvas covers, cockpit bimini top
- Stern rail seat
- Spreader lights
- Cockpit cushions, cockpit shower, cockpit spigot
- Gudgeon strapped rudder shoe
Sails and Rigging
- Mast & rig type: One wood (Sitka Spruce) keel stepped mast, sloop rig, wood boom, one set of wooden spreaders
- Standing rigging: Multi-strand stainless steel wire rigging, swage end fittings, forestay, backstay, two lower and one upper shroud per side
- Hardware: Mast climbing steps on lower shrouds, Harken MKII roller furling head sail assembly, reaching pole, steel mast step
- Winches: Two on mast, three Andersen # 12 ST, two Andersen # 46 ST
- Sails: Roller furling head sail, main sail, two sails in bags
Safety
- Portable fire extinguishers: two 2.5 lb. dry chemical units, one to starboard forward in saloon, one to starboard aft in salon
- Flotation devices: Several type ll adult
- Horn/distress flares: Canister air horn, mouth operated horn, flares aboard (expired)
- Navigational/anchor lights: Separate sidelights, masthead / steaming light, stern light, all around /anchor light
- Other equipment: Aqua Meter 410 gas vapor detector, distress signal flares
Disclaimer
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.
Presented For Sale By:
Associated Yacht Brokers of Mexico
Mexico
Presented For Sale By:
Associated Yacht Brokers of Mexico
Mexico
