Used Sail Catamaran for sale Beneteau 473 Oceanis Full Specifications
$119,000 S/V High Mana
Mon - Fri: 9:00 - 18:00
4005 N Federal Highway, Suite 200
Model: Beneteau Oceanis 473 (2003)
Name: High Mana
Recent activity: Completed Atlantic crossing Dec 2025; currently cruising Eastern Caribbean
Layout: Four-cabin, two-head; convertible saloon table for additional berth; accommodates 6–10 persons
(4) double-berth cabins: 2 forward (port and starboard), 2 aft (port and starboard)
Saloon table converts to additional double berth
(2) heads located port and starboard at aft end of saloon
Large hull windows and overhead hatches; ample storage
Galley: ENO Origin “The One” gas oven with 2-burner stove
Frigoboat factory integrated side-entry refrigerator
AV35F air-cooled refrigerator unit
Water heater: Quick Nautic Boiler 42L, 1200W, 220V with engine heat circulation
LIFE “On the Rocks” benchtop ice maker, 150W (purchased June 2025)
Raymarine C95 MFD (port helm) installed Oct 2025
Raymarine RC530 MFD (nav desk)
Raymarine P70 autopilot control head (starboard helm)
Raymarine SmartPilot S3 course computer controlling Lecomble & Schmitt VHM 50ST20 pump and linear actuator
Tri Data depth sounder display (starboard helm)
Raymarine i60 wind instrument and display (port helm) (new display early 2024)
Raymarine RD418D radar 4kW 18" (mast-mounted) installed Oct 2025
Raymarine SeaTalk network linking all Raymarine electronics
AIS: Em-trak B100 Class B transceiver (installed May 2025)
VHF: ICOM IC-M506 with external command mic (port helm)
Starlink Wi-Fi: Rev3 standard actuated antenna (installed June 2024)
Stereo: Fusion MS-RA60 marine stereo (installed May 2025)
(4) speakers: 2 in saloon, 2 in cockpit
Start battery: Exide 12V 70Ah 760CCA (installed June 2024)
House bank: 4 × lead-acid 140Ah batteries (installed Nov 2025)
Shore power charger: Dolphin Power 1 First – 40A
Inverter: Epever IP2000-12-Plus – 2000W (installed June 2025)
Solar array: 350W total (2 × 175W Sunman eARC flexible panels) installed Aug 2024; mounted on bimini with full-length zips
Solar charge controller: Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/50 (12/24V 50A) Bluetooth
Alternator: 80A factory-spec engine alternator (installed Oct 2024)
Generator: GEnergy petrol air-cooled Turbo1500i inverter generator – 1600W (Caddy)
Windlass: Quick Hector HC1512A 1500W, 10mm gypsy; motor replaced 2021; reversing solenoid replaced Oct 2024
Winchmax wireless windlass remote system installed Oct 2024 with 2 remotes
Anchors: Delta plow anchor ~25kg; spare ~20kg fluke anchor in forward sail locker
Chain: 70 m of 10 mm chain
Liferaft: Plastimo 10-person Offshore + Transocean; serviced Malta 09-07-2025 by D’Agata Marine; next service due 09-07-2028
Keel dropped including keel bolts serviced 2023
Mast, boom and rigging: Z-Spars components
Standing rigging replaced 2023
Gooseneck replaced June 2024
Mainsheet boom cars replaced Nov 2025
Manual spring-loaded Z-Spars vang
Lewmar mainsheet traveller and sheaves
Harken headsail sheet cars and tracks
Spinnaker pole and rigging installed Nov 2025; Rolnautic pole length 5550 mm; made in Las Palmas; all Z-Spars parts used
Winches (serviced Nov 2025): 2 × Lewmar 40ST 2-speed Ocean Series, 2 × Lewmar 54ST 2-speed Ocean Series
Sails: GeoSails Livorno (new 2020) mainsail and furling headsail
Alternator replaced Oct 2024
Starter motor replaced Aug 2025
Vibration damper replaced May 2025
Routine engine service June 2025
Electric Jabsco diaphragm bilge pump (central bilge well)
Manual diaphragm bilge pump (cockpit)
Cable steering to quadrant: pulleys and brackets reconditioned May 2025
Lecomble & Schmitt 50ST20 linear actuator for autopilot
Engine cooling water hosing and antisiphon valve replaced July 2023
Autopilot hydraulic hoses replaced 2021
Engine: Yanmar 4JH3 inboard diesel
Power: 56 HP
Gearbox: Kanzaki KBW20-1
Fuel: 1 plastic tank – 215 L
Fresh water: 3 tanks total – 2 fibreglass integrated tanks plus 1 plastic tank – total 600 L
Purchased early 2024 in Italy; located Ameglia, Livorno near La Spezia
2024 Mediterranean season: sailed from Ameglia to Bar, Montenegro; boat kept out of the water for winter
2025 Mediterranean season: sailed from Bar to Las Palmas, Gran Canaria by December; crossed Atlantic to Barbados for Caribbean season
Actively cruised and maintained; configured for coastal and offshore passagemaking; Starlink for internet connectivity
Main dinghy: Zodiac CFR 310 Activ-V; Serial No. Z11413; Length 3.10 m; Beam 1.55 m; Capacity 5 passengers
Dinghy motor: Tohatsu MFS6CD 6 HP 4-stroke; Serial No. 041798AF; Weight 25.6–27.1 kg
Additional tender: Viamare 250T; Serial No. DE-VIAr02208608; Length 2.5 m; Capacity 2.5 persons; Motor capacity 2.7 HP
Inflatable paddle board included with sale
Vessel details offered in good faith; accuracy and condition not guaranteed; buyer should verify via agents or surveyors; vessel offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice
High Mana is a well-maintained and proven 2003 Beneteau Oceanis 473. She completed an Atlantic crossing in December 2025 and is currently cruising in the Eastern Caribbean.
The Oceanis 473 has earned a reputation as one of Beneteau’s most successful large cruising designs of the early 2000s, offering a rare blend of interior volume, sailing performance, and robust construction. Designed by Groupe Finot, the 473 remains highly sought after by private cruisers and charter operators alike, thanks to her solid hull, moderate displacement, and practical deck layout that works just as well short-handed as it does with a full crew.
One of High Mana’s greatest strengths is her interior layout. The four-cabin, two-head configuration is ideal for families, charter-style cruising, or owners who regularly host guests. Forward are two generous double-berth cabins to port and starboard, each offering excellent storage and natural light. Aft, two additional double cabins provide comfortable accommodations with easy access to the two heads located at the aft end of the saloon. The saloon itself is bright and open, with large hull windows and overhead hatches creating a light and welcoming space. The convertible saloon table allows the main living area to become an additional double berth when needed, making High Mana a true six- to ten-person cruising platform.
The galley and navigation station follow Beneteau’s well-proven design philosophy. Storage, refrigeration, and work surfaces are thoughtfully arranged for extended cruising, and the overall interior finish reflects the solid build quality Beneteau was known for during this era.
On deck, the Oceanis 473 is known for her comfortable and secure cockpit, wide side decks, and well-thought-out sail handling. Twin helm stations provide excellent visibility and easy access to controls, while the broad stern and swim platform make boarding from a dinghy or swimming at anchor simple and safe. These boats are widely respected for their stable, predictable motion at sea and their ability to cover miles comfortably without feeling overly heavy or sluggish.
High Mana has been upgraded with modern electronics and communications systems designed to support both coastal cruising and offshore passages.
High Mana is actively being enjoyed and maintained as a proper cruising yacht, not a dock queen. Her current location makes her an ideal option for buyers looking to step straight into a ready-to-go Caribbean boat without the cost and logistics of delivery from North America or Europe.
The Beneteau 473 remains one of the most versatile and livable cruising sailboats in the 45- to 50-foot range. With her spacious interior, proven hull design, and comfortable deck layout, High Mana offers an excellent opportunity to own a capable blue-water cruiser that is equally at home island hopping or heading offshore. For buyers seeking a well-equipped, well-laid-out cruising yacht in a prime cruising location, High Mana deserves serious consideration.
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 desired validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice. Photos may not properly reflect the current condition of the actual vessel offered for sale. In some cases stock photographs may have been used.
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing.
All dinghies are considered separate vessels and should have separate titles and documents. There is no guarantee as to the title of the dinghy on this vessel so Buyer accepts that while he may receive the dinghy included in the transaction, he may not receive the proper title to it.
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