Used Sail Catamaran for sale Leopard 48 Vessel Summary

Boat Description

Owner’s Version – 3 large cabins plus a small forepeak cabin. Extensively upgraded for circumnavigation (major refit 2021–2022, with ongoing updates and servicing since). Sold new in the USA and displayed at the Miami Boat Shows. Confirmed U.S. Duty Paid — CBP Entry Summary available for buyer’s inspection. Never chartered, never storm-damaged, and always privately owned and lived aboard — we have been her current liveaboard owners for the past six years, and she has had just four private liveaboard owners since new.

Currently cruising in Southeast Asia. Private inspections by prior arrangement. To ensure a seamless handover, the transaction will be concluded in international waters, with delivery arranged en route to the buyer’s selected port.

Proven Offshore Cruiser
After six unforgettable years cruising from Tahiti to Southeast Asia via eight countries and 10,000nm, it’s time for someone else to take the helm of our beloved floating home.

A Catamaran in a League of Her Own
Many catamarans are for weekend short holidays or coastal cruising. Coco is something else — a fully outfitted, ocean-going home designed for comfort, safety, and self-reliance anywhere in the world. She’s also a rare owner’s version, with low engine and generator hours. This Leopard 48 has been purposefully upgraded for long-term, off-grid cruising—with serious investment in reliability, redundancy, safety, and comfort.

• 2 Yanmar 54Hp Port 2350Hrs STB 2351Hrs
• 4X Victron 200Ah Victron Smart Lithium Phosphate equaling 800Ah or almost 10KWH!!
• 4500W of Solar and 2KW solar arch
• Standing Rigging 2022
• Full Electric Galley including induction cooktop oven and dishwasher
• Dual Victron Multiplus 3000 Inverters  110V and 220V and supporting Victron Equipment
• Dual Autopilots and many other redundancies
• Dual Water Makers 12V and 110V
• Dual Diesel Heaters, fully ducted to all areas, included a heated helm
• Northern Lights Generator 9Kw 5170Hrs
• Fully AirConditioned
• Dual Tenders 12FT AB RIB Tender and 2020 Outboard Tohatsu 20Hp Four Stroke Electric Start and Power tilt, and 2.5Hp 2.65m Inflatable Maxxon tender
• Chest freezer and two other fridge freezers
• Dual Updated 12-Inch Raymarine Chartplotters
• Dual Satellite comms with both Starlink and Iridium
• Spreadsheet of service records for all hourly servicing equipment
• Too many upgrades, tools, parts and extras to list here, so email me for access to a well-organised Google photo library with 1054 plus photos and my commentary
• Survey report coming soon.

All household tools, cruising spares, and equipment are already onboard—making Coco ready to sail and live aboard. She comes fully stocked with everything from cooking utensils, pots and pans, cutlery, and dishes to linens, towels, and cleaning supplies. You’ll also find a complete tool kit, extensive spare parts, and thoughtful extras that make life onboard easier. Just bring your clothes, some fresh food, and your sense of adventure.
And just to clarify—she’s never been in a hurricane. (Pro tip: if you don’t see the original factory-colored hull stripe on a listing, it may be a clue the boat underwent hurricane-related repairs.)

We chose the Leopard 48 for its design—large, comfortable, and family-friendly, yet still manageable without a crew. As someone who now works as a catamaran consultant, I’m often asked which upgrades are really worth it. Coco reflects the very same advice I give clients—prioritizing long-term comfort, reliability, and smart redundancy over gimmicks or short-term savings. It strikes that sweet spot between livability and lower maintenance, without tipping into the high running costs of a superyacht.

I still remember our first sea trial—the forward door was open, and the airflow through the saloon felt incredible. Six years later, I still feel the same. That forward cockpit door is a game-changer. I’ve managed other catamarans for absentee owners, and without that ventilation, they often feel stuffy and closed in. I don’t think I could own a catamaran without it.

The owner’s version layout also gives you a more apartment-like bathroom, a dedicated washing machine space, a desk area and couch, and room for a full-size 140L AC household chest freezer. (Being a foodie, it’s one of my favourite upgrades).

Coco sails beautifully. At 48 feet, you get the accommodation benefits of a catamaran along with the waterline length for better sailing performance. Upwind, she holds a steady course in a breeze—often making half the wind speed. Downwind, she’s wide, stable, and confident. Even in lumpy seas, she just ambles along. In six years, we’ve never once had to remove laptops from the saloon table while underway.

Storage is generous, and the engine rooms are spacious enough to really work in. The helm is—hands down—the best of any production catamaran. It’s raised but connected to both the cockpit and saloon, giving 360° visibility and a dry, shaded place to sail in all conditions. We’ve cruised the New Zealand winter coast in just jumpers and light jackets. I’ve never once been sunburnt or windburnt at the helm, and we don’t even carry foul weather gear.

Coming from a Leopard 48, it’s hard to comprehend some of the helm setups on other cats. You’ll see exposed helms out on the transom, complicated slide-away designs, or disconnected flybridge helms. Once you’ve lived with a Leopard 48, those layouts feel like a step backward. The helm on Coco is exactly where it should be—elevated, connected, dry, and protected, with superb visibility and social flow. Simple, effective, and sailor-friendly.

Redundancy and ease of living were essential for us. Coco has two autopilot systems, two watermakers, two inverters, two tenders, oversized solar, lithium batteries (giving you generator redundancy), and dual diesel heaters. Even in cold, wet conditions, we can return to the boat, flip on the water heater, make a quick coffee with the electric kettle, and enjoy a long, hot shower—without running the generator.

And yes—the generator is still there, ready for rainy seasons or when friends come to stay. Don’t buy into the “you don’t need a generator” trend too quickly. We’ve happily lived on solar and lithium for months at a time, but when the clouds linger or equatorial humid heat settles in, the generator and aircon can be a game-changer. A hot, windless backwater tropical marina in a humid rainy season with no shore power? The generator and aircon can be a lifesaver. Without it, you or your partner might be dreaming of moving back to land.

Coco has truly become our floating home. After months at anchor, we’re reminded how dialed-in she is when fellow cruisers come aboard and marvel at the long hot showers, working laundry, and smart upgrades. She lets you live remotely in comfort—which also means fewer marina stays and less money spent.
This isn’t a weekend escape—it’s a self-sufficient home, purposely upgraded for serious global cruising.

Why We’re Selling
Life evolves. Our original plan was to cruise full-time for 10–20 years, and we prepared and invested in Coco accordingly. But life evolves. After six years onboard, our baby son is now a boy and thriving in a school environment, and we’ve decided to support that chapter of his life on land.
Selling Coco is a bittersweet decision, as we may cruise again in the future. Because boats like this rarely come up for sale, long-term owners who invest this heavily in refits and upgrades are usually still out there cruising. And when you compare options, remember: even with a healthy budget, it’s not just about the money—it’s the years of time and energy it takes to retrofit another boat to this level. Upgrades look simple once completed, but in reality, each one represents months of research, sourcing, installing, testing, and funding.

That’s why we’d love to see Coco continue exploring with someone who shares the same love of adventure and comfort.

Survey: A full survey for both insurance and buyer due diligence is scheduled for September by a certified marine surveyor, and the report will be available to serious buyers to assist with inspection planning and informed decision-making.

Whether you’re a cruising couple or an adventurous family—if you’re looking for a comfortable, proven offshore catamaran that’s truly prepared for the cruising lifestyle—Coco could be your next chapter.