Seamaster 25 Cadet

Type

motor

Sub-type

Motor cruiser

Engines

1

Fuel

diesel

Drive

inboard

Engine make

Ford

Engine model

XLD 1.6

Beam (ft)

9.1

Cabins

1

Double berths

2

This 1963-1967 Seamaster 25 Cadet is a charming period motor cruiser that's caught the eye of a conscientious owner who's simply run out of time to give her the attention she deserves. Purchased as a rewarding project earlier this year, she's been properly stored on the bank rather than left to the elements, and she's undoubtedly tidy enough to be worth saving. The boat offers a sensible layout with a single cabin featuring two double berths, along with galley facilities including both oven and hob—plenty of comfort for weekend cruising on the Medway. At 25 feet with a beam of 9.1 feet, she's a manageable size for solo or shared handling. Power comes from a Ford XLD 1.6 diesel inboard engine. As a project boat, she'll need some work: painting, engine recommissioning, and electrical sorting are all on the to-do list, with the possibility of other surprises once you get stuck in. This is the sort of restoration that rewards hands-on effort and know-how, and for the right owner—someone with time, enthusiasm, and perhaps some mechanical aptitude—she represents a genuine opportunity to bring a slice of boating heritage back to life. Located at Wateringbury on the River Medway in Kent.