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Nicholson 38: 1971 Interim (Hull 85)
Standard layout and fittings, with some modernization.
Engine: Perkins 4.107. Full service 2018
Hello Again Guy
This is the description of Interim that I am preparing for the Nicholson 38 Owners’ Forum.
As you mention, I asked Bates Wharf to list her last January but due to Covid lockdowns everything has been on hold.
I can email you more photos of that would be helpful“Since we became the proud owners of Interim in 1997, we have maintained her with regular engine services and surveys as well as carrying out various improvements, which made life on board very comfortable. She has been moored in marinas in the UK and in Spain, and we have made good use of the marine services available for maintenance and care during our absence.especially during her stay in Spain.
The main saloon has two extra opening skylights in the coach roof.
All the cushions have been reupholstered, and deck cushions added to the central cockpit. The forward cabin has been modified to create the option of a double berth with a triangular insert. The starboard berth in the aft cabin has been widened to make a more comfortable, if cosy, double berth.
New basins and two new marine toilets have been fitted, with a holding tank to the main head, which has a Jabsco electric flushing system. There is a shower in the main heads compartment. Before her voyage to the Mediterranean in 2004 we had a helmsman’s seat made according to specifications obtained from Nicholson 38 records. Also the port curtains were replaced with Oceanair blinds for extra insulation and privacy.
A boarding ladder to the stern and an electric windlass were fitted in 2012, and netting attached to the guard rails .
In 2018 on her return from 14 years in Estepona and Santa Pola, Interim was fitted with new standing rigging, and mast and deck lights were checked and renewed where necessary. A new Furlex roller reefing headsail system replaced the Rotastay; the sails were laundered and repaired, and the Genoa’s UV strip was replaced.”Best wishes
AnneHello Guy
I have just joined the Nicholson 38 group and noticed the welcome to you, and that you are interested in buying a Nicholson 38. You may be interested in ‘Interim’ , lying in Sovereign Harbour, Eastbourne.
I am in the process of putting together a description but do contact me if you would like any information
Best wishes
Anne
Dear David
I have just joined the Nicholson 38 Owners’ Forum and am responding to your interest. ‘Interim’ is lying in Sovereign Harbour, Eastbourne, and I have decided that it is time for me to sell her after many happy years sailing her locally, in the Solent, the English and French Channel ports snd in the Mediterranean , from the Spanish marinas in Estepona and Santa Pola.
Please contact me if you would like further information
Best wishes
Anne
Dear John
I have just joined the Nicholson 38 Owners’ Forum and saw your enquiry.
I have just decided to put ‘Interim’ up for sale
She is berthed in Sovereign Harbour , Eastbourne. Please contact me if you would like further details.
Best wishes
AnneHello Marilyn and Nicholson 38 Owners,
Thank you for your welcome and help. It is great to know that you are there and that Interim can be part of your group.
Interim was originally named ‘Avocet of Burseldon’ but her name was changed to ‘Interim’ in 1973. From the details on the Bill of sale, I gather that she was sold in 1974 to the couple from whom we purchased her in 1997 . In fact , we kept her on the same berth in Birdham Pool, Chichester, until we took the momentous decision to take her to Estepona, on the Costa del Sol, Spain, and then to Santa Pola . We enjoyed many happy times, sailing, socialising and exploring, on and off shore! The people we met and the friends we made are treasured memories.
In 2018, it was time to bring Interim back to Eastbourne as my husband’s health made travel difficult. On her return she had a good overhaul: the standing rigging was renewed, mast and deck lights checked and replaced, and sails laundered and repaired. A new Furlex roller reefing system replaced the Rotastay.
And now, after a lot of soul searching, I have reluctantly realised that Interim needs to move on ….
