2004 Bavaria 44' (13.41 m) 44
Sint Maarten (Dutch Part)
Refit Year: 2024 Sek Sek
Introducing to the market, a fully upgraded off the grid extended cruiser set up for independent liveaboard for seasonal use. Sec Sec is a "sailors boat", updated to very high standard by an experienced Yachtsman. Explore her details in full description ...
Flag of Registry: Sweden
- Sloop
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: DEBAVS44DIJ304
FEATURES: |
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Watermaker |
Starlink |
Off grid independance |
Outfitted for Caribbean |
New Deck Canvas |
Notable Upgrades: Electronics, lithium batteries upgrade 1000 watts solar panels AIS .... |
Date Listed: 03/14/2025 |
Terrific value here !!!
$ 94,900 USD
€ 86,590 Euros
$ 135,028 CAD
£ 73,657 GBP
Description
Bavaria 44 (2004) – "Sek-Sek"
Fully Upgraded | Turn-Key Bluewater Cruiser | Surveyed 2024 & Ready to Sail
Boat Overview
The Bavaria 44 is renowned for its solid offshore capability, spacious interior, and strong performance under sail and power. "Sek-Sek" is a prime example of a well-maintained and extensively upgraded cruising yacht, making it an ideal choice for serious sailors, liveaboards, and long-distance adventurers.
With major system upgrades completed in 2024-2025, this yacht has been refitted for maximum reliability, efficiency, and comfort. From a fully overhauled Volvo engine and sail drive to a state-of-the-art electrical and navigation suite, "Sek-Sek" is truly a turn-key bluewater cruiser—ready to cross oceans or explore the Caribbean in comfort.
Key Features:
- Survey completed in February 2024 – Buy with confidence
- 2024-2025 Major Upgrades – Including engine, sail drive seal new, and electrical systems
- Liveaboard Ready – Equipped with solar, lithium batteries, and water-maker
- New Navigation & Electronics – Raymarine 12” chartplotter, AIS, autopilot, VHF & more
- Comfort & Convenience – Spacious interior, full galley, upgraded refrigeration
- Fully Stocked – Kitchenware, tools, linens, snorkel gear, and all essentials included
A Yacht That’s Ready to Take You Anywhere
Brokers Comments:
"Sek-Sek has been a reliable comfortable grid-independent yacht, and with the extensive upgrades in 2024-2025, she is ready for serious cruising. Owner has focused on reliability, comfort, and performance—investing in a full electrical overhaul, upgraded navigation, and renewed sail-drive seal, and adding key offshore essentials like solar, lithium batteries, and a water-maker. She’s a comfortable, well-equipped cruiser, perfect for someone looking to sail the Caribbean and beyond."
This is a rare opportunity to own a fully refitted yacht with up to the minute systems upgrades already done. Whether you're looking for a long-term liveaboard, a comfortable family cruiser, or a boat ready for extended offshore passages, "Sek-Sek" is set up and ready to go.
Data Sheet
HIN/IMO: DEBAVS44DIJ304
Official Number: SXK020031
LOA: 45' 7'' (13.89 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 2004
Refit Year: 2024
Beam: 13' 10''
LOD: 44'
LWL: 37' 6''
Draft Max: 6' 4''
Cabins: 3
Sleeps: 6
Queen Berths: 3
Heads: 2
Maximum Speed: 9.7 Knots
Cruise Speed: 7 Knots
Range NMI: 450
Fuel Type: Diesel
Super Structure Material: FRP
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Finish: Gelcoat
Hull Shape: Displacement
Bridge Clearance: 61'
Fuel Tank: 55 Gallons (208.2 Liters)
Fresh Water: 95 Gallons (359.61 Liters)
Displacement: 22000 lbs
Ballast Weight: 6600 lbs
Designer: J&J Design
Builder: Bavaria
Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Volvo Penta
- Engine Model: D2 55
- Engine Year: 2004
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Sail
- Power HP: 55.00
- Power KW: 41.01
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 2900.00
- Hours Date: 03-14-2025
- Engine Location: Middle
Full Details
Additional Info
Boat Overview
The Bavaria 44 is a well-built, performance-oriented cruising yacht known for its comfortable layout and solid offshore capability. "Sek-Sek" has been extensively upgraded in 2024-2025, with key renovations to the engine, sail drive, electrical system, navigation, and onboard comforts, making it a turn-key option for long-term cruising.
Key Features:
- Survey completed in February 2024
- Extensive system upgrades in 2024-2025
- Fully equipped for liveaboard and offshore cruising
Interior Comforts & Amenities
- Spacious, well-ventilated interior with ample storage
- Two heads with showers (new toilet pumps and hoses 2024)
- Hot and cold water system
- Galley equipped with:
- New frying pan, wok pan, and two coffee pots
- Full set of glasses, plates, cutlery, and kitchen essentials
- New Dometic 55L freezer with ice maker (Feb 2025)
- New cockpit chair (Dec 2024)
- Refurbished bimini with new zippers, new side and aft sunshades
- New windows in dodger
- Washed & repaired mainsail and furling genoa, new telltales
Electrical System & Power Management
- Solar: 1000W Bifacial solar panels (Dec 2024)
- Batteries: 690Ah Lithium (Dec 2024)
- Inverters:
- 2500W (110V/60Hz)
- 1500W (230V/50Hz)
- Charge System:
- Victron MPPT 150/85 (Dec 2024)
- DC-DC 50A engine charging system
- New wiring and fuses throughout
- Lighting: All LED lights
- Battery monitor: BMV-712 Smart
Navigation & Electronics
- New Raymarine navigation system (April 2024):
- 12” Chartplotter
- New network/SeaTalk and all cables
- Autopilot
- Sonar
- i70s wind instrument
- New VHF (ICOM)
- New AIS (Raymarine)
- Navionics Caribbean charts (April 2024)
- New navigation lamps for dinghy (Feb 2025)
- New EPIRB with AIS + PLB (Dec 2024)
- One older EPIRB (needs battery replacement)
Mechanical Systems & Engine
- Main engine renovation (Feb 2024):
- New cooling system
- New exhaust elbow
- New Racor water separator filter
- New raw-water filter and impeller (Dec 2024)
- New temperature gauge for main engine
- Sail-drive renovated (April 2024)
- New starting battery (April 2024)
- New water-maker (Dec 2024)
Deck & Rigging
- Rigging inspected and serviced (Feb 2024)
- New lazy bag with lines (Dec 2024)
- Rocna 20kg anchor
- Stainless steel chain for dinghy security
- New snubber (Feb 2025)
- New stainless steel reinforcement under windlass (Dec 2024)
- Electric winch handle with two batteries
- Wind generator (not mounted)
Dinghy & Auxiliary Equipment
- Dinghy: Caribe dinghy
- Outboard: New 6HP 4-stroke Tohatsu (April 2024)
- Stainless steel locking chain for dinghy security
Safety Equipment
- Life raft (needs inspection)
- PLBs (two for life jackets)
- Flares & new flare gun (Dec 2024)
Bottom & Hull
- Bottom sanded, primed, and coated with 3 layers of bottom paint (Dec 2024)
- Two new through-hulls in Marlin (Dec 2024)
- Diesel tank cleaned (Dec 2024)
Boat History
- Privately owned and well-maintained
- Survey completed in February 2024
- Major refit completed in 2024-2025
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Disclaimer
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 desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.
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Reginald 'Reg' Bates
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Reg Bates – Expert Yacht Broker at BVI Yacht Sales for Sint Maarten / Saint Martin
With over 40 years in yacht sales, Reg Bates is a seasoned broker, valuation expert, and lifelong sailor. His passion for boating began in 1977, during a transformative sailing trip in the Bahamas, which led him to buy his first boat and pursue formal yachting studies.
Reg has spent decades guiding buyers and sellers, running a successful Sint Maarten / Saint Martin brokerage for 23 years. His deep market knowledge, industry connections, and financial expertise ensure clients get the best value, whether buying their dream yacht or selling for top dollar. His background in accounting, appraisals, and tax-advantaged yacht investments gives him a unique edge in yacht valuation and sales strategy.
A longtime St. Maarten resident, Reg is an active member of the local yachting scene, previously serving as Vice Race Director for the Heineken Regatta. He is also a liveaboard boater, keeping his Jefferson 43 motor yacht in pristine condition at Porto Cupecoy Marina. When he’s not working, he’s likely training for the St. Kitts to Nevis Channel swim, fine-tuning his boat, or enjoying happy hour at the yacht club.
His favorite boat? A Sparkman & Stephens 48, the yacht that launched his career. His favorite place? Saba, where he proposed to his fiancée.
Looking for expert guidance in buying or selling a yacht? Reg’s experience and passion make him the broker you want on your side.