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The $1.6M Ocean Voyager: Transatlantic Cruiser Built To Outlast The Elements
Global Reach From A Proven Platform
The brokerage market has received a notable addition with the listing of ‘Stardrifter II’, a 2016 Nordhavn 60 presented by NEL. This particular vessel, carrying hull number 67, spent its early years on the west coast of the United States before being shipped to the United Kingdom in 2019. Since that crossing, the trawler has spent its time exploring European waters, demonstrating the long-range capability that ocean-bound mariners expect from this build category.
Custom Dimensions For Extended Stays
What distinguishes this specific Nordhavn 60 from factory baselines is a series of intentional hull and deck modifications designed to maximize usable footprint. The cockpit layout has been lengthened by approximately 4 feet, while the boat deck received a 2-foot extension to facilitate easier tender management. Indoors, the salon has also been stretched by 2 feet, adding an extra window on both the port and starboard sides to allow more natural light into the main living area.
Technical Groundwork And Storage Upgrades
Operational safety requires careful attention to redundancy, which is addressed through several high-grade equipment selections on this vessel. The foredeck features an upgraded Maxwell 4000 windlass to handle anchoring requirements, supplemented by a port-side anchoring flopper stopper designed to stow cleanly in a horizontal position. For lifting, a Steelhead ES1500 davit sits on the extended deck, while overhead protection is supplied by a molded fiberglass hardtop complete with stainless steel supports and an integrated radar mounting platform.
Accommodations Tailored For Extended Travel
The interior arrangement features a practical walkthrough configuration, creating a logical flow from the galley area down into the guest living spaces. The master suite is positioned to port and includes a dedicated head, while the forward guest stateroom centers around a centerline bunk supported by an adjacent head and shower on the port side. Finished in classic cherry wood with matching cherry and spruce flooring, the three-cabin layout utilizes four additional portlights to improve ventilation and illumination during long passages.
Market Considerations And Ready Logistics
Operating on a 60Hz electrical infrastructure supported by a flexible Skylla battery charger, the yacht has been prepared for immediate use with a comprehensive replacement of all house and starting batteries with AGM Lifeline units in 2026. Currently moored in Portsmouth, UK, the vessel is listed at $1,600,000 with VAT unpaid, meaning it is not offered for sale within UK waters. The boat presents an established structural platform for buyers seeking a turnkey path into long-distance regional or transoceanic cruising.
