Brownell Hemingway's Pilar Replica
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| Make | Brownell |
|---|---|
| Model | Hemingway's Pilar Replica |
| Year | 1934 |
| Condition | Used |
| Price | US$350,000 |
| Type | Power |
| Class | Antique and Classic |
| Length | 11.58 m |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Hull Material | Composite |
| Location | Fairhaven, Massachusetts, United States |
| LOA | 11.58 m |
|---|---|
| Beam | 3.89 m |
| Keel Type | Other |
| Max Bridge Clearance | 3.35 m |
| Engine Type | Inboard |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Yanmar |
| Engine Model | 4JH4TE |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Power | 75 hp |
| Engine usage (hours) | 5 |
| Engine Type | Inboard |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Yanmar |
| Engine Model | 4JH4TE |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Power | 75 hp |
| Engine usage (hours) | 5 |
| Designer | Walter McGinnis/ redesign Shannon Boat Company |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tanks | 1 x 400 gal |
| Fresh Water Tanks | 1 x 120 gal |
| Holding Tanks | 1 x 25 gal |
Description
The 38 foot “Spirit of Pilar” is a replica of Ernest Hemingway’s famous 1934 Wheeler sport fishing boat and is the most fully accessible yacht in America for those with mobility challenges including wheelchair use. The true magic of the “Spirit of Pilar” is all the accessibility features are cleverly and discreetly incorporated into the vessel.
Starting with a hull design by Walter McGinnis and built by famed boat builders Brownell Yachts, Walter Schulz of Shannon Boat Company undertook a two-year conversion project with no expense spared to create “Spirit”. An incredible effort was made to maintain the overall appearance of the original Hemingway “Pilar” while bringing the vessel up to brand new boat standards. The hull was totally rebuilt from the keel up and finished off with cold molded epoxy layered cedar covered with epoxy saturated cloth to eliminate maintenance and make the hull impervious boring worms in warm climates. The entire deck house structure is brand-new and sprayed with Awlgrip coating in order to have a boat that is maintenance free for many years of use. All diesel engines, tanks, electric, pumps, plumbing, electronics, reverse cycle air/heat, refrigeration, microwave, etc. are new.
Proof of “Spirit’s” accessibility, durability and low maintenance is the five-year period that the vessel was used extensively in southern Florida taking out disabled veterans and other mobility challenged young and older people fishing and cruising.
Two new Yamar diesels were installed, new fuel tank, new steering including the Hemingway flying bridge station, all new electrical and plumbing systems, a custom-designed electric lift mechanism for accessibility to the specially designed galley and toilet/shower room below. There are two settee/berths in the wheelhouse and two berths in the private forward cabin. There are numerous other specialty features on “Spirit of Pilar” that make it one of the most unique vessels on the water.
For prospective buyers interested in using "Spirit" for charter, she is designed to carry 12 passengers for tours or sport fishing. Financing is available.
ALL PROCEEDS DONATED TO SHANNON RIVER MARINE HERITAGE FOUNDATION
Accommodations
FULLY ACCESSIBLE EQUIPPED FOR SPORT FISHING CHARTERS & PASSENGER TOURS
The 38 foot “Spirit of Pilar” is a replica of Ernest Hemingway’s famous 1934 Wheeler sport fishing boat and is the most fully accessible yacht in America for those with mobility challenges including wheelchair use. The true magic of the “Spirit of Pilar” is all the accessibility features are cleverly and discreetly incorporated into the vessel.
Hydraulic lift to access cabin
Seating for 12
Fully accessible enclosed head with electric toilet and shower
FORWARD CABIN
Two wide single berths
Two berth end cabinets
Folding pipe berths
Dresser
Two hanging lockers
Drawers under berths
Two overhead hatches
Bronze opening port lights
LED reading lights and overhead lights
Reverse cycle air/heat
Privacy door
110 vt receptacle
WHEEL HOUSE
Full lower helm station with new Livorsi gauges
New Seastar hydraulic steering
Dual Morse throttle and shift
Custom swivel seat
Four bench seats (seats 12)
Cockpit shower
AFT HEAD
Enclosed head with Corian counter top
Stainless sink
Stall shower with overboard discharge pump
Electric toilet with 25 gal holding tank and macerator discharge
Opening bronze port light
Led overhead lights
110 vt receptacle
FLYBRIDGE
Original 1934 "flying bridge" design by Hemingwah with full controls and steering
Mechanical Equipment
EVERYTHING NEW!
Twin Yanmar 4JH4TE -75 HP each diesel
Cruising speed: 10 kts (12 mpf) @6 gph
Top speed: 12 knots (15mph)
Engine hours: NEW
Dual 120 amp alternators
Dual Racor fuel filters
Engine room blower
Stainless 10 gal. hot water heater engine and 110vt 4 group 31 marine batteries 120 amp each
3 bilge pumps
8000 btu reverse cycle heat and air conditioner
Dual station Seastar hydraulic steering
Two 5052 alloy fuel tanks 200 gals.
Two plastic water tanks 60 gals.
Pressure water system with new plumbing
Galley Equipment
Corian counter top
Deep s/s sink with pressure hot/cold FW
Upright refrigerator/freezer with new 12 vt compressor
Microwave (runs underway off inverter)
Dish and food lockers
Propane 2 burner stove
Utensil drawer
Opening bronze port light
110 vt receptacle
Deck and Hull Equipment
The hull was totally rebuilt from the keel up and finished off with cold molded epoxy layered cedar covered with epoxy saturated cloth to eliminate maintenance and make the hull impervious boring worms in warm climates. The entire deck house structure is brand-new and sprayed with Awlgrip coating in order to have a boat that is maintenance free for many years of use. All diesel engines, tanks, electric, pumps, plumbing, electronics, reverse cycle air/heat, refrigeration, microwave, etc. are new.
Navigation Systems
ALL NEW
Raymarine A65 radar and chart plotter
Icom VHF with PA system
Rudder angle indicator
Cockpit speakers
Gps remote for laptop
Xantrex 1800 watt inverter
Xantrex 50 amp battery charger
Electric 12 vt/ 110vt breaker panel with all new wiring
All LED lighting throughout
Livorsi panel gauges
Electric horn
Searchlight
3 windshield wipers and washers
