Invitation to Bid

2006 Fountain 48 Express Cruiser ‘Virgin Sunrise’

Offers in excess of £57,500.00

We are inviting sealed bids above the indicated price to Lindon Lewis Marine by 31st January 2025. The sale is strictly ‘as is, where is’ without any warranty on condition or description. 

When in peak condition, the Fountain 48 is ideal for luxurious and exhilarating overnight and day cruising, with ample space to host guests. Capable of a top speed of 52 knots, she’s at home on the ocean and coastal waters. For this reason, Virgin Sunrise is an ideal 'project boat' with huge potential. Engine hours are estimated to be well below 100 hours.

Name and Official Number of Ship: Kingfisher Cruiser Ltd – 911921

Particulars of Ship:

 Engine Length Engine Power
Yanmar YANMAR 6LY3-STP 14.77 m 984 kW
Breadth Depth Gross Tonnage
3.65m 1.82m 15.70
Net Tonnage Year of Build Closed Transcript of Registry on
15.70 2006 1st December 2011
Condition Location
Used - work required Hardstanding, Shepperton

 

Viewing

Viewing by appointment only from 2nd January 2025 at our Shepperton boatyard. Please call 01932 247 427 or email sales@pushtheboatout.com. Pre-arranged surveys welcome Monday – Friday between 9am and 4pm. A ladder is needed to access the interior. 

Our business is closed from 24th December 2024 until 2nd January 2025 but emails will be monitored during this period. 

Conditions of Sale

The advertised description of the vessel is not guaranteed, and buyers must rely solely upon their own enquiries and inspection. The sale is strictly “as is, where is” without any warranty of condition or description. If an offer is accepted, and when funds clear, the buyer must remove the vessel from hardstanding within 21 days, unless fees are otherwise arranged. See full T&Cs.

How to Bid

Offers in excess of £57,500.00 to be tendered to Lindon Lewis Marine by midday on 31st January 2025, by post or email, using the official offer form.

By post: FAO: Ruby Lewis (ref Virgin Sunrise), Lindon Lewis Marine, Shepperton Marina, Felix Lane, Shepperton, TW17 8NS

By email: sales@pushtheboatout.com

  • It is the responsibility of the buyer to confirm receipt of their offer. Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these particulars, the correctness is not guaranteed, and they are intended as a guide only and do not constitute a part of any contract.
  • A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check these particulars and where appropriate and at his own expense to employ a qualified marine surveyor to carry out a survey and/or to have an engine trial conducted which if conducted by us shall not imply any liability on our part.
  • Any equipment left on board as part of the sale of this used vessel may require routine servicing, replacement, or changing to meet safety standards or a new owner’s specific needs. 

Photos (December 2024)

 

Dimensions

  • LOA: 14.77m (48’7.7”)
  • Beam: 3.66m (12’)
  • Draft: 46” (w/drive down)
  • Displacement: 11 tonnes
  • Fuel Capacity: 1729 litres (457 gallons)
  • Water Capacity:300 litres (80 gallons)

Propulsion

  • Engines: 3 Yanmar Diesels 440hp
  • Drive Type: Arneson Surface Drive
  • Engine Hours: estimated to be well under 100 hours
  • Top Speed: 52 knots (achievable but adversely affected by loads, hull condition and sea state)
  • Cruise Speed: 42 knots (achievable but adversely affected by loads, hull condition and sea state)

Navigational Equipment (as seen)

  • Compass
  • Simrad RT63 VHF 
  • GPS speedometer 
  • Digital depth gauge

Deck Equipment (as seen)

  • Wet bar with sink, faucet and icemaker
  • U-shaped lounge with removable table 
  • Rear lounge seats / sundeck
  • Hydraulic raised hatches
  • Hot and cold transom shower
  • Courtesy lighting

Mechanical / Electrical Equipment (as seen)

  • 7.6KW generator
  • Saloon / cockpit stereo
  • 500+ nautical mile range
  • Fridge
  • 2-ring electric cooker
  • Microwave oven 
  • Anchor windlass

Air Conditioning (as seen)

  • Reverse cycle air conditioning

Safety (as seen)

  • Automatic fire extinguishing system
  • Carbon monoxide alarm
  • 3 electric bilge pumps
Interior Arrangements (as seen)
  • Teak floor 
  • Upholstery: cream leather
  • Layout: 2 cabin layout: 4 berths in 2 cabins
  • Electric toilet

Terms and Conditions

  • The vessel is sold as is, where is, without any warranty on condition or description.
  • The successful bidder will hear from Lindon Lewis Marine by 4th February 2025 and full payment must be made within 48 hours to secure the sale.
  • Accepted form of payment is bank transfer only (BACS). Cash will not be accepted, and credit will not be offered.
  • The vessel must be collected within 21 days of full payment received, unless a storage/hardstanding contract is entered whereby payment must be made in advance. 
  • Our decision to sell is final. We are not obliged to disclose sale details to any parties.