Mon - Fri: 9:00 - 18:00
4005 N Federal Highway, Suite 200
Name: "Knot Working"
Model: Dufour 405GL
Condition: Well maintained, continuously upgraded, Caribbean-cruised
Layout: Turn-key three-cabin cruiser
New standing rigging (2023): backstays, forestay with new furling drum, shrouds
New running rigging (2023)
New mainsail (Ullman, cross cut Dacron, 3 reef points, 4 partial battens) — NEW 2024
New autopilot (Raymarine computer 400; new wires to network Sept 2024)
New Raymarine Axiom MFD (Axiom 7, 2024)
New Raymarine P70 and I70S multifunction displays (2024)
New Victron Multiplus Compact inverter/charger (12V / 2000VA / 80A, July 2023)
New propeller (standard 3-blade replaced Sept 2023)
New shore power cable (heavy-duty, 2023) and new wiring from shore inlet to inverter/batteries (2023)
Victron galvanic isolator (2023)
Anchor roller replaced (New 2024)
Navigation lights rewired (August 2024)
Primary VHF Standard Horizon Eclips (New July 2024)
Wind direction sensor installed Nov 2024 (currently experiencing connection issues)
Registration: Class A, 8 passengers
Layout: 3 double cabins, 2 heads
Sleeping capacity: Designed for 8; realistically accommodates 6 comfortably due to missing short leg extensions for lowering saloon table
No dedicated crew cabin
1 master cabin with en-suite head
2 aft cabins with generous overhead clearance, share 1 head
Galley: long galley layout, efficient for onboard living and meal preparation
Lazarettes pushed back in aft cabins to increase standing and sitting room
Interior woodwork wrapped with bright whitewash wrap; hardwood trim left exposed for contrast
Wrap: IMO-approved, fire-resistant, recycled-material product from South Korea; installed at ~USD 8,000
Some backside panels left unwrapped due to cost
Refrigeration: large top-and-bottom opening chest fridge; lower section freezer, upper section refrigerator with side wine/drinks compartment; Secop BD50F 12/24V compressor (original)
Cooking: ENO 2-burner stove with oven and grill, gimbaled (installed Nov 2023); gas installation fully replaced Nov 2023; includes 3 small gas bottles; Trident Marine LP gas control system with shut-off valve behind stove
Fume/fire alarm system mounted in saloon
Water heater: approx. 100 L, engine-driven only
Master cabin: LED lighting, 2 fans, 1 double socket (all replaced summer 2024)
Port and starboard aft cabins: 2 lights, 1 fan, 1 double socket each (all replaced summer 2024)
All cabins fitted with new mattresses (May/June 2024); aft cabins have added sponge under original mattresses; master has new mattress and cover
Multiple new LED lights throughout saloon and galley; added rechargeable motion-sensor lights
Air conditioning: 2 Dometic units (120V) — 16,000 BTU unit for master/saloon/galley and 1 unit for aft cabins; currently non-operational (requires new seacocks, temperature sensors, likely re-gassing)
Fire extinguishers (ABC) in each cabin, saloon, and galley
Life ring with MOB light and safety line
Liferaft: Group A liferaft (8 pax) — expired; requires servicing
Navigation lights: port, starboard, and aft (rewired Aug 2024)
Fume/Fire alarm system in saloon
Autopilot: Raymarine computer 400 (new wires Sep 2024)
Chartplotter/MFD: Raymarine Axiom (Axiom 7, 2024)
Multifunction displays: Raymarine P70 and Raymarine I70S (2024)
Depth/speed transducer: Air Star multi-sensor
Primary VHF: Standard Horizon Eclips (New July 2024)
Secondary VHF: handheld VHF
Wind direction sensor: new November 2024 (connection issues)
(2) magnetic compasses
System voltage: 110V AC / 12V DC (US spec)
Shore power: heavy-duty shore cable (2023)
Galvanic protection: Victron galvanic isolator (2023)
Wiring: new heavy-gauge wiring from shore inlet to inverter and batteries (2023) to handle high current spikes and longer runs
Saloon and galley lighting wiring largely replaced with new cabling and updated LEDs
House batteries: 5 × 115 Ah Victron AGM (3 installed July 2023, 2 added August 2024)
Engine starter battery: single starter battery installed Aug 2023; disconnected when docked to prevent parasitic draw/overcharging
Inverter/Charger: Victron Multiplus Compact (12V / 2000VA / 80A, July 2023)
Battery monitoring: analog monitoring for both house bank and starter
Solar: (4) 100W Renogy flexible solar panels with charge monitor and battery temperature sensor
Generator: portable 2 kW generator (used occasionally at anchorage)
Lighting upgrades: many saloon/galley LED conversions and wiring replacements
Primary anchor: Delta 44 lb with 50 m chain
Secondary anchor: Delta anchor with chain and rode
Dinghy anchor: small foldable anchor with rode
Windlass: Quick 1000W 12V
Anchor roller: new 2024
(6) cleats
General mooring equipment and numerous spare lines
Bimini with Sunbrella fabric (serviceable); isinglass cloudy and should be replaced
Mesh side shade curtains (grey)
Dodger/sprayhood in good condition
(2) long cockpit cushions (blue Sunbrella fabric)
Teak on cockpit seats
Large central table with folding sides and storage space
Multiple lines and numerous spares
(7) fenders with socks
Swim platform with hidden ladder and deck shower
Stainless steel fittings: pulpit (slightly bent, no operational impact), stanchions with side access, pushpit with reinforced back plate for dinghy outboard
Mainsail: Ullman Sails, cross cut Dacron with 3 reef points and 4 partial battens (NEW 2024)
Jib: roller-furling jib with UV protection strip
Factory original mast
Complete new standing rigging (2023): backstays, forestay with new furling drum, shrouds
All running rigging replaced (2023)
Manual boom vang
(4) manual Lewmar winches (2 by companionway, 2 aft)
Engine: Volvo Penta D2-40F (original 2011)
Horsepower: 30 HP
Propulsion: inboard saildrive (seal recommended for replacement at next haul-out)
Propeller: standard 3-blade Volvo Penta (replaced Sept 2023)
Gearbox oil replaced Sept 2023
Engine hours: approx. 2,100–2,200 hrs (LCD display burned out; replacement ordered)
Filters: primary, secondary, and oil filters replaced Aug 2025 with genuine Volvo Penta parts
Fuel shut-off valve located under starboard aft cabin bed
Previous service (before current ownership): rod and gasket replacement
Work since purchase: exhaust elbow replaced; seawater pump rebuilt (shaft, lip seals, etc.)
One port aft engine mount bolt snapped during replacement; scheduled repair during planned haul-out (November)
Steering: double helm with central quadrant (port helm bearing requires replacement in pedestal)
Emergency steering: manual emergency tiller
Whale manual bilge pump (new Sept 2025)
(1) centralized electric bilge pump with float switch
Foot-operated saltwater pump for galley sink
Quick electric freshwater pump supplying galley, heads, and deck shower
Heads: Quick silent electric toilet
Showers: electric shower drain pumps in both heads (manual push-button)
Water heater: approx. 100 L, engine-driven only
Fuel: 200 L / 53 gal (plastic tank, starboard aft cabin under bed)
Water: 380 L / 100 gal total
Water tanks: 200 L (plastic tank, port aft cabin under bed); 180 L (plastic tank, master cabin under bed)
Holding tanks: 45 L in master head; 50 L in main head
Owner's use: full-time liveaboard; purchased June 2022
Prior history: previously used temporarily by Dream Yacht; was left unattended at dock before current owner purchased
Owner notes: solid, reliable vessel; easy to solo-sail across the Caribbean; spacious cockpit, saloon, and long galley layout; high ceilings comfortable for taller people
Past issues: some historical water damage from open hatches and normal cosmetic wear; interior surface-wrapped to refresh appearance
Current status: served well for three years; a few minor items need attention; owner's time limited
Information offered in good faith; accuracy and condition not guaranteed or warranted
Buyer advised to instruct agents or surveyors to validate details
Vessel offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice
Listing MLS by Yachtr.com
‘Knot Working’ is anything but that! Owned by a passionate and knowledgeable yachtsman, this Dufour 405GL has been well maintained and continuously upgraded. Having enjoyed his time sailing the Caribbean, the owner’s plans have changed, and he is now seeking a new steward to enjoy this vessel as much as he has.
Her interior boasts a custom wrap, creating a bright, modern, and inviting space with a full galley, spacious salon, two guest cabins aft, and a master forward. With recent upgrades, ‘Knot Working’ is primed for adventure.
Recent Maintenance and Upgrades
Recent maintenance and upgrades include several new systems and components.
Contact us today for additional details, more photos, or to submit your offer. This turnkey three-cabin cruiser is priced to sell and already located in some amazing cruising grounds. Are you ready to be ‘Knot Working’ and sailing the Caribbean?
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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