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NELSON MAREK 43
15,500,000 JPY (≈136,500 SGD) (≈1,502,950 SCR) (≈1,742,880,450 IDR) (≈6,065,500 PHP) (≈833,850 HKD) (≈4,208,500 TRY) (≈92,200 EUR) (≈145,877,750 KRW) (≈177,400 NZD) (≈8,321,750 рублей) (≈163,700 AUD) (≈1,636,400 MVR) (≈106,250 USD) (≈4,844,100 MUR) (≈453,600 MYR) (≈31,938,550 LKR)
  • Registration Year : 1995
  • Size (ft) : 75
  • Engine Type : INBOARD
  • Engine Type : INBOARD
  • Fuel Type : DIESEL
  • Engine Brand : Yanmar
  • Engine Model : 36
  • Strokes : 4
  • Horsepower (Hp) : 36
  • Total Engines : 1
  • Condition : Engine(s) can start
  • Material Hull : FRP

⛵ 1995 Nelson Marek 43 – "Quest" | Osaka, Japan

Legendary Performance • Offshore Ready • Race Proven

Introducing "Quest", a distinguished Nelson Marek 43, expertly crafted in Rhode Island, USA, and launched in 1995. With a strong offshore pedigree—runner-up in the 1996 Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and most recently claiming Line Honours in the Two-Handed Division of the Melbourne to Hobart—Quest is a true racer-cruiser built for performance, safety, and endurance.

⚓ Vessel Overview

  • Model: Nelson Marek 43

  • Year: 1995

  • Location: Osaka, Japan

  • Engine: Yanmar 36HP (Installed 2016)

  • Condition: Excellent – race-ready and offshore-capable

  • Price: ASKING – Motivated seller. Contact for best price.

🏁 Performance & Racing History

  • Runner-up overall – 1996 Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

  • Line Honours – Two-Handed Division, Melbourne to Hobart (recent)

  • Ideal for offshore racing, two-handed events, or high-performance cruising

  • Removable hard dodger (2023) – Comfort for extended offshore passages

  • Raymarine Axiom 12 plotter (New – Dec 2023)

🛠️ Mechanical & Rigging

  • Yanmar 36HP diesel engine – Installed new in 2016

  • Rig inspection with partial replacement – Completed in 2016

  • New Profurl furler and forestay – Installed 2023

⛵ Sail Inventory

  • New mainsail, furling headsail, and asymmetrical spinnaker

  • Extensive wardrobe of race-ready sails – optimized for competitive campaigns

  • Setup suitable for both crewed and two-handed racing formats

🧭 Safety & Systems

  • Category 1 safety gear – Offshore compliant

  • Six-man liferaft

  • Electric toilet

  • Pressurized cold water system

  • Two 100L bladder-style freshwater tanks – New installations

🛌 Interior

  • Lightweight and race-functional layout

  • Practical design with smart storage and crew usability in mind

  • Efficient offshore galley and nav station setup

Quest is a standout opportunity for anyone seeking a true performance yacht with offshore capabilities and a proven racing record. Whether you're looking to compete in bluewater events or cruise fast and far, this Nelson Marek 43 delivers on every front.

📍 Location: Osaka, Japan
💬 Price: ASKING – Motivated seller. Contact for best price.


Specifications:

  • Designer: Nelson/Marek

  • Builder: Carroll Marine (USA)

  • Hull Type: Fin keel with bulb and spade rudder

  • Construction: Fiberglass with Kevlar reinforcement and balsa core

  • Length Overall (LOA): 42.75 ft (13.03 m)

  • Length Waterline (LWL): 37.00 ft (11.28 m)

  • Beam: 12.50 ft (3.81 m)

  • Displacement: 16,500 lbs (7,484 kg)

  • Ballast: 8,050 lbs (3,651 kg)

  • Maximum Draft: 8.92 ft (2.72 m)

  • Sail Area: 1,300 sq ft (120.77 m²)

  • Rigging: Masthead sloop

  • Hull Speed: 8.15 knots