The Don Senior 13.8m stands as one of New Zealand's most respected bluewater cruising designs — a yacht built when offshore capability and robust construction were non-negotiable. This 1987 example stretches 13.8 metres on the waterline with a working draft of 1.6 metres, giving her the reach and stability that serious passagemakers demand. Two well-appointed cabins provide comfortable accommodation for extended voyaging, and the monohull configuration delivers the kind of seakeeping that Auckland's coastal waters and beyond routinely demand.
Don Senior's reputation as a designer is well established within New Zealand sailing circles — his boats were drawn with practical seamanship in mind, not showroom aesthetics. That philosophy shows up in every structural decision aboard this vessel. Currently sitting under contract in Auckland, this listing reflects genuine market confidence in the marque.
Buyers seeking a bluewater-capable yacht with strong local provenance, honest construction, and the character that only a well-sorted classic can offer should watch this space closely. Few examples of this calibre come to market at this price point.
