2002 Saga 43

Here's a near-perfect live-aboard cruiser for a couple - and that's just what Bob Perry & the Saga Concept team had in mind when they introduced the Saga 43 in 1997. Over 55 Saga 43's are now cruising! Taking the lead from the shorthanded offshore racing fleets like the Whitbread and BOC around the world races, Saga opted to maximize waterline length to gain the desired interior space, and to judiciously pare weight, and retain a relatively narrow beam. It is a proven offshore concept with a strong scientific basis.

The result is the Saga 43, a more suitable and more comfortable offshore cruiser with a high range of positive stability and better overall seakeeping qualities than boats with extreme beam. The hull has an ultra-fine entry angle with low drag, and is therefore very easily driven through the water and chop with far less sail area required. That makes for less strain on the rig, lower sheet and winch loads, and most importantly, less sweat for the crew. The big bonus is that the Saga 43's longer waterline length translates to higher speeds under both power and sail than ordinary boats with the same LOA.

Neither a cutter nor a sloop in the usual sense, the rig has tandem roller furling units for the headsails. The rig is proportioned so that it does not require overlapping headsails for power when sailing close-hulled. The inner furler handles the self-tacking jib for windward work. A custom Harken traveler on the foredeck reduces tacking up a narrow channel to a mere turn of the wheel. After bearing away to a reach, the crew simply rolls out the special high clew reaching genoa on the outer furler to increase horsepower downwind. The jib is then furled out of the way.

This boat is a rare mix of speed and comfort in a great looking package. Revolutionary fast design by Robert Perry...this is a connoisseur's boat...a sailor's boat. Big sail plan + easily driven hull = a great light air boat. It’s a truly thrilling boat to sail! If you sail for pleasure there isn't another boat in its class that will delight the senses more than a Saga 43.

"The Saga 43... can be seen in cruising destinations just about anywhere in the world and is considered by many to be a real classic that will stand out with the Valiant 40 and Cal 40 as an example of a truly excellent cruising boat design." Blue Water Sailing Magazine 10/04

Our offering, "Timeless", has been lovingly looked after and is ready to go. With the much sought-after CLS layout, the spacious owner's suite forward features a centerline berth and ensuite head. The owners had matching custom shelving built to be able to convert the forward stateroom head into a huge storage space; it can be converted simply in a matter of minutes as it all just drops into place. The shoal draft keel and ICW friendly mast make this a great boat for Florida or the Bahamas yet strong enough to take you safely to the Med if you choose- as many Sagas have done before. With reverse cycle heat/AC, 12v refrigeration, a bow thruster and much more there's not much to put on board besides yourself and go!

If this sounds like the type of sailboat you have been dreaming about, she is certainly worthy of your inspection. Call and make an appointment to see her today!

While the exterior of the Saga 43 means business under sail and fine performance, the moment you step inside you come into a very classic and elegant interior. The interior of “Timeless” is hand crafted in satin-varnished American cherry wood and whispers luxury.  

Forward stateroom: In the forepeak is a huge chain locker, which is separated from the cabin by a cherry access door. This locker, however, is all storage- and lots of it- as the two hawse pipes lead below the locker to get the weight of the chain down low, where you want it.

The island centerline berth is a spacious 6’8” x 36”x 66”.  There are 6 drawers below and storage beneath the berth itself.  There are 3 raised panel lockers above the bunk and along the hull on either side.  The hull sides are lined with ash staving and there is a convenient step-up on either side of the berth to aid in getting in and out.  Additionally, the bunk is low enough for easy entry.  Aft on starboard is a cedar-lined hanging locker with a fiddled shelf above. For lighting and ventilation there are two overhead hatches, a Hella fan, five overhead lights and 3 brass LED reading lights. Head room 6’3”. 

Forward Head: The forward head is a half bath and located ensuite in the master stateroom on port.The cabin sole in here is teak and holly and the cabinetry is finished in cherry.Looking in the space, the head is to your left, with the counter and sink in front of you. There is locker space above and beneath the counter with a small fiddled shelf above. An opening port and two overhead lights provide light and ventilation; headroom is 6’3”. 

TIMELESS’ owners realized that they used the main head predominately and that the forward head afforded an opportunity to have some great additional storage. At the same time, they did not want to lose the ability to use the head for its intended purpose, so they had removable shelving built to match the existing finishes. One level is just above the top of the head, with the other being just above the countertop height. The result worked out extremely well, created a lot more storage space and can be converted in just a couple of minutes.  

Saloon:On centerline there is a drop leaf cherry table that will easily seat six.  There is storage beneath the top and two drawers at the aft end of the table.  There is a straight settee on port which can be used as a 6’5” long single berth.  On starboard the opposing settee is 6’10” long.  Both settees are equipped with lee cloths and have tanks and some storage beneath them and storage behind them.  Above and behind are three lockers with shelves. Above and behind the settee on port there are three lockers; on starboard are two fiddled shelves and two lockers.  Lighting and ventilation in saloon is provided by two overhead hatches, four fixed lights, two dorade vents, a Hella fan, four overhead lights and four brass LED reading lights. Head room 6’3”.

Nav station: The nav is aft facing on starboard.  The spacious chart table will easily hold chart books and has good storage inside it.  There are 2 lockers beneath the table and a fiddled shelf outboard.  The electric panel is hinged and drops down to allow wonderful access, with all wiring number coded.  There are 2 hinged drop-down panels above the chart table for mounting of electronics.  The right hand panel can also be used as a laptop surface.  There are two small fiddled shelves and an opening port above that. 

Galley: The galley is aft of the nav station and at the foot of the companionway steps to starboard. Wrap around Corian counter tops provide plenty of space to prepare anything from crackers to crepes and the storage is generous.

Facing forward, there is a large double stainless steel sink with double doors beneath it in front and a tip-out trash bin on the end. Looking along the hullside one finds counter space to the right of the sink and wrapping around, the stove and then more counter space to the right of that. Beneath the stove is a drop-front cubby for pot and pan storage; on either side of the stove are three drawers and a drop front locker beneath the counter. Above the counter on either side is cabinet storage with a spice rack between them. On the aft end are the refrigerator and freezer compartments, with the refrigerator portion having a top/front lid for easier access to the bottom of the compartment. Above that is a built-in microwave and two cubbies. Headroom in the galley is 6’3”; there are two opening ports, a dorade vent and an opening hatch.

Aft head: The aft head is located on port and is across from the galley. When you enter, the head is to the left and the molded scallop sink is directly in front of you, with storage beneath it. To the left of the sink and below the counter is a molded fiberglass cabinet with acrylic shelves inside of it; above that is a cherry trimmed locker with shelves. To the right of the sink is the separate stall shower, which has a fully molded interior (including a shower seat) and a circular acrylic door that rotates to open or close. Ventilation to this space is provided by a dorade vent, one overhead hatch and two opening ports.

Aft stateroom: Aft of the head and to port is the guest cabin. The berth is a generous 6'7" x 6'2". The cabin is well ventilated, with two opening ports, an overhead hatch and a Hella fan. There is a cedar lined hanging locker, a stack of drawers with a Corian top above them, ash batten staving lining the hull and room to move around. Additionally, there is an overhead light and an LED reading light. Headroom in here is 6’4”.

• Cherry hardwood interior in a rich hand-rubbed stain varnish finish
• Solid cherry cabinet doors and drawers
• Raised panel cherry locker doors throughout
• Cedar lined hanging lockers
• Ash staving along hull sides
• Teak and holly cabin sole with positive latching floor boards
• Surface screwed floor boards allow for easy access to hull grid
• Removable headliner panels
• Almond Ultraleather upholstery in saloon
• Lee clothes on both settees
• Overhead hatches with screens
• Stainless steel portholes with screens
• European brass receptacle plates and light switch
• Hella fans (3)

• Corian© countertops and back splashes with high cherry fiddles
• Polished double stainless steel sink
• Single lever Moen H/C water mixer with sprayer
• Seagull drinking water filtration system (’05)
• Top loading refrigerator and freezer boxes with 4” insulation & gas assist lids
• Dual access divided freezer/refrigerator with 12v spillover system
• Gimballed Force 10 3-burner stove with oven and broiler
• Stainless steel safety bar
• Pot and pan storage beneath stove with drop down teak panel
• BET LPG control and gas detector
• 20 lb. LPG aluminum tank (1)
• Dedicated LPG locker can hold two 20# bottles
• Sylvania microwave
• Cherry spice rack
• Tip-out oversized trash bin

Forward Head:

• Corian© counter top with a cherry fiddle
• Oval polished stainless steel sink
• Single lever H/C stainless steel water mixer
• Wilcox-Crittenden manual head
• Jabsco macerator pump
• Y-valve for overboard discharge
• Tank Watch holding tank alert system
• Cherry framed mirror
• Custom removable cherry shelving (’09) 

Aft Head:

• Seamless unit construction with molded non-skid sole
• Molded scallop shell sink with soap dish
• Single lever H/C stainless steel water mixer
• Separate shower stall with radiused acrylic shower door
• Single lever shower mixer
• Adjustable height shower wand on stainless steel bar
• Plexiglas shower shelf
• Molded shower seat and soap dish
• Electric shower sump pump
• Jabsco electric head & macerator pump (’12)
• Y-valve for overboard discharge
• Tank Watch holding tank monitor
• Locker with shelves beneath sink
• Cherry trimmed locker above head
• Cherry framed mirror
• Stainless steel grab bar
• Stainless steel towel bar

• 135 gallons of fresh water in two stainless steel tanks
• Water tank selector manifold
• Hot and cold pressure water
• Tank Watch electric water tank monitors
• 11-gallon hot water heater (‘17)
• Flo-Jet deck wash down pump
• All below waterline thru-holes are ¼ turn Marelon ball valves, requiring no grounding and non-corrosive
• All above waterline thru-hulls are chromed bronze
• Anchor wash down drain fitting for easy winterization
• Rule 2000GPH electric bilge pump
• Whale Gusher manual bilge pump in galley below cabin sole
• Whale Gusher manual bilge pump in cockpit
• Hot/cold fresh water cockpit shower
• Whole boat water filtration system (’05)

The hull of the Saga 43 has a nearly plumb bow and rakish stern with a convenient walk-out swim platform. Construction of the hull is of hand-laid fiberglass, using premium grade polyester resin, with two layers of vinyl ester resin for added osmotic protection. There is aircraft grade Baltek balsa coring in the hull and deck; the core is voided or replaced with high density backing plates in areas of thru-hulls or deck hardware attachment. Along the keel is an additional heavy duty solid laminate layup for additional keel and mast support strength. The aluminum slotted toe rail has a PVC rub rail for full length hullside protection. The keel is externally hung lead with a double row of 10 1" keel bolts. All bulkheads and furniture components are fully bonded to the hull and deck. The hull to deck joint is thru-bolted on 4" centers and bonded with polyurethane adhesive sealant. There is a massive sub floor framing structure utilizing bi-directional E-Glass reinforcements for hull stiffness and added strength. The exterior is tropics friendly, with no exterior teak to maintain. The cockpit seats have nice high coamings for great back support and are 7'6" long, making them wonderful for cockpit sleeping. Foot braces are molded into the cockpit sole for the helm and crew.

• NO exterior bright work to maintain! Fiberglass and stainless only
• Waxed twice yearly and washed bi-weekly during season
  
• 4” diameter stainless steel rudder stock
• Low friction rudder stock bearings and a balanced rudder design provide a very light, responsive helm
• Double stainless steel bow rollers extend well forward of the bow
• Custom stainless steel starboard roller for better launch and drop of anchors
• Fortress FX22 anchor with 50 ft. 5/16” G4 chain and 200 ft. 3-strand nylon
• Delta 45# plow anchor with 200’ of 5/16” G4 chain and swivel
• Muir electric windlass with up and down foot switches
• Cockpit windlass remote
• Dual hawse pipes lead ground tackle down to the keel- keeps the weight down low
• 30” high stainless steel bow rail
• Slotted aluminum toe rail
• Six mooring cleats
• Port, starboard and transom lifeline gates
• Double 30” high vinyl coated wire lifelines (’12)
• Walk thru transom with hinged fiberglass transom door
• Swim platform with stainless steel swim ladder
• Stainless grab bars in transom (’12)
• 7’6” long, deep sculpted cockpit seats provide great back support and good sleeping under the stars
• Self-draining line organizer boxes molded into the cockpit coamings
• Dedicated self-draining life raft locker
• Dedicated, USCG approved, vented locker for dinghy gasoline storage
• Safety bars at mast
• Storage wells at mast base for winch handles, etc.
• Stainless steel grab rails
• Four stainless steel dorades with stainless steel guards
• Four fixed ports replaced (’11)
• Nine opening ports with screens
• All opening ports removed and re-bed (’11)
• Seven opening deck hatches with screens (re-glazed ’17)
• New companionway drop boards (’17)
• Cockpit pad eyes (3)
• Dodger with side grab bars, opening center panel and removable side windows in EZ2C glass (’13)
• Bimini with overhead sight window and connector (’13)
• Full cockpit enclosure (’13)

Some preconceived notions about conventional sloops or cutters may need to be discarded to understand how the Saga 43's Variable Geometry rig works. It's not a cutter or a sloop in the usual sense and the techniques for sailing it are a tad different than what you may be used to. The rig is proportioned so that an overlapping head sail is never required. The inner head sail is used when sailing close-hulled, even in light air. As it is self-tending, tacking simply requires a turn of the wheel, no crew required. Off the wind, the reaching genoa is deployed to both add sail area and shift the center of pressure forward to maintain an extra light helm pressure on all points of sail. Furthermore, the Saga 43 will remain well balanced and easily steered even when pressed hard on a tight reach, unlike conventionally rigged boats. Mainsail hoisting and reefing chores are easily taken care of inside the safety of the cockpit with a push of the button on the two speed self-tailing electric winch. All halyards, reefing and control lines are led aft to the safety of the cockpit beneath a carapace, keeping them from underfoot to reduce trip hazards while on deck and protecting them from the elements.

The Saga 43 is no slouch on the water- in fact she has an impressive sail area/ displacement ratio of 20.01.

TIMELESS’ sails are original but the two head sails go into the sail maker annually for “nip and tuck” to keep them in top condition.  The main and sail pack are removed and stored in a shed each year when the full winter cover is installed. 

• Saga Variable Geometry rig
• Keel stepped double spreader aluminum mast and boom
• Stainless steel 1x19 wire standing rigging
• Rigging professionally tuned (’13)
• Tandem Harken roller furlers for both headsails
• Harken self-tending jib track
• Harken Batt-car low friction main sail system
• Forespar rigid boom vang
• Harken mainsheet track and car with mid boom sheeting
• Navtec hydraulic back stay adjuster
• Spinnaker halyard
• Spare main halyard
• Harken #32 2-speed self-tailing chrome halyard winch on mast
• Spinlock line clutches on mast (2)
• Harken #53 2-speed self-tailing chrome primary winches
• Harken #40 2-speed self-tailing chrome control winch on housetop
• Harken #40 2-speed electric self-tailing chrome winch on housetop
• Spinlock line clutches on housetop (8)
• Quantum full batten mainsail with 2 reef points
• Quantum stack pack sail cover with lazy jacks (’09)
• Quantum reaching Genoa
• Quantum self-tacking jib
• Winch handles
• Courtesy flag halyards (2)

• Yanmar 4JH3E 56HP engine with 931 engine hours
• Kanzaki KM3A1 transmission with 2.64:1 ratio
• 75 gallons of fuel in two stainless steel tanks
• Racor R50S fuel filter
• External Yanmar fuel filter mounted forward for easy access
• Electric fuel pump
• Reverso electric oil change system
• Exhaust elbow and hose replaced (’15)
• Vetus exhaust system
• Electric fuel tank gauge
• Tides Marine dripless shaft seal
• 1 ¼” solid stainless steel shaft with bronze strut
• Strut removed, serviced and reinstalled (’12)
• Autostream feathering 3-blade propeller (serviced ’12)
• Shaft Shark propeller protection device
• Whitlock steering pedestal w/geared drag link steering (no chain or cables)
• Pedestal repainted (’10)
• Steering system serviced (’11)
• Whitlock 40” 5-spoke stainless steel wheel
• Wheel brake
• Whitlock single lever engine control
• Ritchie compass
• Vetus bow thruster (’10)
• Marine Air 16,000 BTU reverse cycle heat/air conditioning (’15)

• 30A shore power connection with cord
• 50-30A connection adaptor
• 110V electrical panel with amp and volt meters
• 110V receptacles throughout with GFCI protection
• 12v electrical panel with amp and volt meters
• Freedom 20 2000W inverter/ 100A charger
• Oversized Balmar alternator ('10)
• Group 34 AGM starting battery (’15)
• Six 6v AGM house batteries (’08)
• Blue Seas system battery selector switches (2)
• Emergency parallel battery switch
• Heart interface charge control and convertor
• Pro Mariner multi battery isolator
• Xantrex PathMaker 100A automatic battery switch
• Blue Seas system main battery fuse
• HEHR M# 10-170 battery regulator
• Pipe chases throughout for ease of pulling wires
• Drop-down electrical panel for superb access
• All wiring is numbered and very well organized
• Hella cabin fans

• Raymarine C120 chart plotter and radar (’05)
• Chips for Chesapeake to NY and NY to Maine ('05)
• Raymarine 4kw radome (’05)
• Questus backstay pole with a gimballed mount (’05)
• Furuno GP-31 Navigator GPS
• Raytheon ST6000 autopilot
• Raymarine S100 wireless hand held auto pilot control (’05)
• Raymarine ST60 Depth
• Raymarine ST60 Speed & Log
• Raymarine ST60 Wind
• Standard Horizon VHF radio with DSC
• Horizon ram microphone
• Shakespeare TV antenna with custom mount (’15)
• Marinco Telephone/TV shore connection
• Samsung 23” LN-T2353H LCD HDTV with pull-out swing arm mount (’16)
• RCA DRC275 digital HDMI/DVD/MP3 player (’16)
• Sony CDX-GT510 CD/MP3 receiver (’16)
• Sony remote control mounted at helm (’16)
• Bose stereo speakers in saloon & cockpit

• Life sling 2 overboard rescue system (’12)
• Life jackets
• Emergency tiller
• Radar reflectors (2)
• Full winter cover (’05)
• Weems and Plath brass tide clock
• Weems and Plath brass barometer
• Clinometer
• Winch holder handles (3)
• Rod holder
• American flag
• Forespar engine davit
• Edson outboard motor pad
• Pedestal mounted cup holders
• Fiberglass fold-out cockpit table
• Cockpit cushions (’05)
• Custom housetop lounging cushion
• Dock lines and fenders
• Boathook
• Sunbrella drop board bag

Owner’s personal effects and any items not specifically described in this listing

Potential purchasers should assume that any items on the vessel at the time of viewing, but not specifically listed on this specification sheet, are not included with the sale of the yacht. These specifications are believed to be correct but cannot be guaranteed. Specifications are provided for information purposes. Data was obtained from sources believed reliable but is not guaranteed by owner or brokers. Buyer assumes responsibility to verify all speeds, consumptions, capacities and other measurements contained herein and otherwise provided, and agrees to instruct his/her agents or his/her surveyor to confirm such details prior to purchase. This vessel is subject to sale, price and inventory changes or withdrawal from market without notice.