Gib Sea 37 Ketch
Gib Sea 37 Ketch – “Philou” (1976)
The Gib Sea 37 Ketch “Philou” is a classic and seaworthy cruising yacht designed by Michel Joubert. This solidly built fiberglass sailing yacht is known for its reliable sailing characteristics, comfortable cockpit, and practical ketch rig. Thanks to the sail plan distribution, the vessel is easy to trim and pleasant to sail, even with a small crew.
With a length of 11.70 m and a beam of 3.80 m, Philou offers a spacious and functional interior. The yacht features two cabins and 5 fixed berths (up to 7) and a headroom of approximately 1.80 m in the saloon. The galley was modernized in 2017, and the interior received an earlier upgrade in 2002. Heating via an Eberspächer D4 ensures comfort on board even in early spring and late autumn.
The Yanmar 4JH3 diesel engine (2002) delivers approximately 40 hp and has around 1,650 engine hours. Major engine maintenance was carried out in 2021. In the same year, new Ullman Navigator Dacron sails were installed (mainsail, mizzen, and genoa). The rigging was inspected in 2022. Navigation equipment includes Raymarine instruments (depth, wind, and autopilot) and a Furuno GPS.
Philou has a rich history: the vessel has remained within the same family since the mid-1990s and was passed from father to son in 2021. Over the decades, the yacht has made several voyages across the North Sea to Belgium, France, and England, and was recently used on the Grevelingen and Oosterschelde. This underlines the seaworthy reputation of this type of vessel.
Points of attention
As expected for a classic vessel of this age, there are several points requiring attention. These include the deck, window seals, and the propeller shaft seal. Additionally, there are some cosmetic issues such as wear on the deck and gelcoat.
To ensure full transparency, a recent pre-purchase survey has been conducted, documenting the vessel’s condition and points of attention. This report is available upon request during a viewing.
Auction via BoatAuction
This vessel is offered exclusively through the online auction platform BoatAuction, with bidding starting at €7,500.00.
Bidding is available via:
https://boatauction.com/nl/boat-selling/7120/sailboat/gib-sea/37-ketch
Open viewing day
Interested parties are welcome during the open viewing day on Saturday, April 18, between 10:00 and 12:00 to view the vessel.
