"S/V Clapotis"
- Type Sail
- Condition Used
- Model Lagoon 450
- Manufacturer Lagoon
- Price $525,000
For Sale: 2015 Lagoon 450F “Clapotis” — Immaculately Maintained, Fully Upgraded, and Turnkey Ready
Location: San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico
Registration: USCG Documented | Held in a Single-Asset LLC (Tax-Advantageous for U.S. Buyers)
Price: [Insert Asking Price]
? Meet “Clapotis”
“Clapotis” — named after the French word for “lapping waves” — is a never-chartered, two-owner Lagoon 450F that has been meticulously maintained, lightly cruised, and continuously upgraded by a U.S. couple with a home in San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico. She’s been pampered with professional-level care, top-tier equipment, and thoughtful enhancements aimed at maximizing comfort, efficiency, and performance. Last haul out was in April 2026 at Marina del Palmar, La Paz.
Whether you plan to cruise the Sea of Cortez or venture farther afield, Clapotis is a true turnkey vessel that stands out from the crowd — not just in gear, but in condition.
?? 2025 Power System Overhaul — Brand-New Lithium + Victron Suite
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1,600 Amp Hours of LiFePO4 Lithium Batteries (Installed 2025)
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Victron MultiPlus II 3000W Inverter/Charger
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Victron SmartSolar MPPT Charge Controllers
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Victron Cerbo GX & Touch Display
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Two Victron Orion-Tr Smart 30A DC-DC Chargers
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6 Solar Panels
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Wind & Hydro Generators supplement the charging system
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Northern Lights Generator – low hours, always maintained
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Bridgeport Magnetics Isolation Transformer (Installed 2021)
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Spectra Catalina 340Z 12V Watermaker – run while solar is active
?? Cruising & Ownership History
Originally commissioned as the personal yacht of the West Coast Lagoon dealer (Naos Yachts), Clapotis was never chartered and lightly used seasonally between California and Mexico. In 2019, the current owners purchased her in Marina del Rey, California, and brought her to their homeport in San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico, where she has been used for 6–7 short cruising trips per year.
She has never been lived aboard, remains clean and odor-free, and shows pride of ownership throughout.
??? Maintenance & Upkeep
This vessel benefits from full-time oversight by a licensed local skipper, following a comprehensive care routine:
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Washed weekly, polished and waxed on a rotating 90-day cycle
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Bottom cleaned monthly by diver — minimal growth, zincs show little wear
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Engine rooms and bilges cleaned and inspected regularly
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All systems kept spotless, rust-free, and up-to-date on maintenance
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Lagoon bulkhead reinforcement kit installed & certified (certificate included)
? Sailing & Performance
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NEW Tri-Radial Cut Dacron Mainsail & Genoa (2025 – on order, included in sale)
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Also includes Incidences Gennaker and Asymmetrical Spinnaker
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4 total sails, all Dyneema running rigging
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Folding props for efficient motoring
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Typically cruises at 6 knots under one engine at 2,200 RPM (1 GPH burn)
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Alternating engines extends range and balances wear
??? Comfort, Livability & Upgrades
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Salon Seating Upgrade (2023): High-density foam, extended cushions — perfect for lounging or off-watch sleep
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Tenderlift Hydraulic Platform – makes dinghy launch & retrieval effortless
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Expanded Deck Space: Platform doubles as a large swim platform
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Three Cockpit Enclosures:
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Full Sunbrella (winter)
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Mesh (summer)
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Full flybridge enclosure (for cold or night passages)
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Foredeck Sunshade Awning – great for sundowners or lounging at anchor
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Starlink Internet – mounted in place of former satellite dome, highly reliable
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Fusion Marine Audio + JBL Amp – 3-zone, 8-speaker sound system
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B&G Navigation Suite – with flybridge remote control
?? Disclosures
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Port Alternator/Blower Circuit: Original factory circuit was intermittently failing. Issue was resolved with a new helm-controlled relay circuit. Functionality is now flawless.
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New Tri-Radial cut Dacron sails are already on order and will be installed for the buyer. Quotes and documentation available.
?? Location & Buyer Advantage
San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico is a peaceful and accessible cruiser’s haven on the Sea of Cortez.
It’s located just a 6-hour drive south of Tucson, Arizona — making it easily accessible via automobile. The Sea of Cortez is a world-class, lightly trafficked cruising area that rewards exploration, and San Carlos offers quality marinas, safe anchorages, and a friendly cruiser community.
As a USCG-documented vessel held in a single-asset LLC, Clapotis also offers potential tax advantages for buyers planning to return the boat to the U.S.
?? Contact & Next Steps
If you’re a serious buyer looking for a Lagoon 450F that actually lives up to its listing, Clapotis will exceed expectations. Additional photos, videos, quotes, and documentation are available upon request.
