Bavaria 44
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| Make | Bavaria |
|---|---|
| Model | 44 |
| Year | 2003 |
| Condition | Used |
| Price | CA$165,000 |
| Type | Sail |
| Class | Cruiser |
| Length | 13.59 m |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Hull Material | Fibreglass |
| Location | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| LOA | 13.94 m |
|---|---|
| Length at Water Line | 11.45 m |
| Beam | 4.24 m |
| Max Draft | 1.96 m |
| Keel Type | Other |
| Ballast | 6614 lb |
| Dry Weight | 21164 lb |
| Engine Type | Inboard |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Guest Cabins | 3 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tanks | 55 gal |
| Fresh Water Tanks | 95 gal |
| Hull Shape | Monohull |
| Hull Warranty | None |
Description
The Legacy of Bavaria Yachts
Founded in 1978, Bavaria Yachts has long been the titan of German precision in the maritime world. By the early 2000s, the Giebelstadt yard had revolutionized boat building by marrying traditional craftsmanship with high-tech industrial automation. Often referred to as the "BMW of the seas," Bavaria focused on delivering robust, reliable cruisers that didn’t require a king’s ransom to own. Their philosophy was simple: build a boat that is structurally over-engineered and ergonomically intuitive, ensuring that even a shorthanded crew could handle a substantial offshore vessel with confidence.
The Bavaria 44: A Modern Classic
The Bavaria 44 represents the sweet spot of the "J&J Design" era, a period celebrated for producing hulls with a perfect balance of volume and performance. Launched as a flagship for the private cruiser market, the 44 is distinguished by its powerful sail plan and a lead keel that provides exceptional stability in a blow. Unlike many modern "lightweight" cruisers, the 2003 model carries a reassuring heft, allowing it to slice through a chop rather than bouncing over it. It’s a blue-water capable hull dressed in the clothes of a comfortable Mediterranean coastal cruiser.
Step below deck, and the 2003 Bavaria 44 reveals why it remains a favorite for families and charterers alike. The interior is defined by rich mahogany joinery and a layout that maximizes every inch of its 13.95-meter length. With a spacious three-cabin configuration and a generous galley, it offers a level of livability that rivals much larger yachts. Whether you’re navigating tight marina berths with its responsive helm or enjoying a sunset in a secluded cove, the Bavaria 44 stands as a testament to a time when boats were built to be as sturdy as they were beautiful.
This Bavaria 44 is a one owner boat with the Three Cabin, Two Head owner’s version. Never chartered, she was originally purchased and outfitted to go south. Since return in 2018 she has been on Lake Ontario.
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EQUIPMENT
ENGINE and PROPULSION
- Volvo Penta 55hp Diesel
- 3 Blade 18” Variprop Feathering Prop
- Spare Original Prop
- Bow Thruster [2018] with Controller [New 2025]
SAILS and RIGGING
- Mainsail with Battens and Dutchman
- Three reef points
- Mainsail Cover
- Battcar System
- Genoa
- Spinnaker
- Spinnaker Winches
- Full Spinnaker Equipment Package
- Inner Forestay with Deck Fitting Glassed-In during construction
- Solid Boom Vang
- Boom Brake
ELECTRONICS and NAVIGATION
- Raymarine Autopilot
- Raymarine Speed and Depth
- Raymarine C125 Multi-Function Chartplotter [New 2018]
- Raymarine GPS with WAAS
- Raymarine repeater at Nav
- ICOM 502 VHF Radio
- Windex
- Pedestal Compasses [one needs service]
HULL, COCKPIT and DECK
- Dodger
- Bimini
- Cockpit Cushions
- Twin Helms
- Walk-Thru Transom with Swim Scoop and Boarding Ladder
- Transom Shower [fittings replaced 2025]
- Propane Locker modified for 20# Tank
- Sail Locker forward with Ladder Access
- Stainless Steel Carrier for Solar Panel support
- Weather Cloths
- Hard Case Life Sling
- Elden SS Shroud Covers
- Safety Jacklines with Wichard Cockpit Padeyes
- Questus Radar Mount
- Upgraded Lead Keel
INTERIOR
- Three Cabin, Two Head Owners Version
FORWARD CABIN
- Centerline California King Berth with Step-Ups Port and Starboard
- Heating System Air Vent
- Ample Storage Above
- Hanging Locker
- Seating
AFT CABIN 1
- Aft Cabin to Starboard with Queen Berth
- Heating System Air Vent
- Chartholder to Centerline
- Hanging Locker
- Shelf added for Printer
AFT CABIN 2
- Aft Cabin to Port with Queen Berth
- Heating System Air Vent
- Shelf added for Microwave
- Hanging Locker
SALON
- U-Shaped Dinette with Salon Table
- Centerline Bench Seating with Storage
- Heating System Air Vent
- Shoe Locker under Seating
- Stereo Speakers in Cabin
GALLEY
- Galley to Port
- Force 10 3 Burner Stove
- Oven with Broiler
- Drawer below Oven
- Fridge and Freezer (need to be serviced)
FORWARD HEAD
- Private Owners Head forward
- Sink with Corian Style Countertop
- Marine Toilet with Drop Seat Cover
- Ample Storage
- Pull-Out Faucet for Shower
AFT HEAD
- Second Head aft to Port
- Sink with Corian Style Countertop
- Marine Toilet with Drop Seat Cover
- Ample Storage
- Pull-Out Faucet for Shower
SYSTEMS and EXTRAS
- Webasto 5000 Diesel Cabin Heater
- Water maker (not run in 5 years)
- Freedom 20 inverter/charger
- Battery Isolator
- Link 2000R
- Stereo with Cabin and Cockpit Speakers
- Screens for all cabin ports
- Dynaplate Grounding with Shrouds Grounded to Keel
- Second Anchor Roller
- Bruce #44 Anchor
- CQR #45 Anchor with 300 ft of Chain
- Windlass with Chain Gypsy
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.
