49 Custom 1998 Boat for Sale

See The World Boat | 49' Custom 1998

See The World – 49’ Custom Bluewater Cruiser (2003 Launch / 1998 Build)

Location: Bocas del Toro, Panama
Flag: Poland

INTRODUCTION

See The World is a one-of-a-kind, Swedish-built 49’ custom cruising yacht designed for serious offshore sailing and liveaboard comfort. Hand-built by the renowned craftsman Leif, using a Wasa hull design known for its strength and durability, this yacht was launched in 2003 and has seen only seasonal sailing in Scandinavia until 2024. Since then, she has been carefully upgraded for long-distance voyages and has just completed an Atlantic crossing and extended Caribbean cruise. With her spacious four-cabin layout, robust systems, and recent upgrades, she is turnkey and ready to take on any ocean.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Four-cabin layout with berths for 8+2

• Extensive 2024–2025 refit

• Recently crossed the Atlantic, now in Panama

• Wind generator, 750W solar array, diesel heater

• New mainsail (2025) and headsail (2023)

• Sturdy Selden mast with roller boom

• Fully equipped galley and comfortable saloon (2m headroom)

• New batteries (2024/2025), Nanni 60hp engine, 3500 hrs

• 500L fuel, 500L+ water capacity

• Polish-flagged with complete documentation and build history

SPECIFICATIONSDimensions

• LOA: 49 ft / 14.9 m

• Beam: 4 m

• Draft: 2.2 m

• Displacement: 14 tons

• Keel: Lead fin keel

• Hull: Fiberglass with teak/plastic deck

Engine

• Make: Nanni 6.280 HE (1998)

• Horsepower: 60 HP

• Hours: 3500

• Fuel: Diesel

• Cruise Speed: 6 knots @ 2L/hr

• Max Speed: 9 knots

• Propulsion: Inboard with steering wheel

• Thruster: Bow thruster

• Last Service: Annually serviced

TANKAGE

• Fuel: 500 L

• Water: 500 L + 100 L in jerry cans

• Holding Tank: 200 L

ELECTRICAL

• Battery Bank:

  • 2x100Ah house (2024)

  • 2x200Ah engine (2022)

• Solar: 750W (4 panels)

• Wind Generator: 500W (new 2025)

• Inverter: 1000W

• Shore Power: 220V

• Charger: Alternator and shore power

• Battery Systems: Dual; bridgeable with isolators

ELECTRONICS

• Chartplotter: Raymarine + tablet

• Autopilot, GPS, AIS, Depth sounder, Wind instruments

• Stereo, VHF radios, Sat phone

• No radar or TV

RIGGING & SAILS

• Rig: Selden mast with roller boom

• Standing Rigging: 2000

• Running Rigging: Excellent condition (2 lines still need replacement)

• Mainsail: New 2025

• Headsail: New 2023

• Furlers: New 2025

• Winches: 2 manual, 1 electric (not in use)

• Spinnaker pole: Present (replaced after crossing)

ACCOMMODATIONS

• Cabins: 4

• Berths: 8 + 2 in saloon

• Headroom: 1.9 m (master), 2 m (saloon)

• Toilets: 1 electric (saltwater flush)

• Shower: 1

• Hot Water: 50L (engine + shore power)

• Heating: Diesel heater

• No A/C

GALLEY

• Refrigeration & Freezer: 12V and engine-powered (freezer needs maintenance)

• Stove/Oven: Yes

• Sink: Yes

• Fully stocked kitchen with Tupperware

SAFETY

• Life Raft: 6-person, new 2025

• EPIRB, Life Jackets, First Aid: All new 2025

• Flares: 2015

• Bilge: Electric only

• Fire Extinguishers: 2

• No MOB light/harnesses

GROUND TACKLE

• Primary Anchor: Bruce 15kg, 100m 8mm chain

• Spare Anchor: Bruce 15kg, 80m chain

• Windlass: Yes (2015)

TENDER & EXTRAS

• Tender: Yes

• Outboard: Yamaha 6 HP

• Bimini: Full cockpit cover (2024)

• Swim Ladder, Cockpit Cushions, Boat Hook, Mooring Lines, Fenders, Fishing Gear

• Spares & Tools: Extensive

• Water Toys: Yes

• Documentation: Original build records onboard

REFIT HISTORY

This vessel underwent a comprehensive refit in 2024 and 2025 for transoceanic sailing, including new sails, electronics, batteries, safety gear, and more. She's been actively sailed through Europe, the Atlantic, South America, and the Caribbean.

NOTES & DISCLOSURES

• Needs antifouling and replacement of 2 seacocks

• Two running rigging lines need replacement

• Minor cosmetic scratches (age-appropriate)

• Spinnaker pole was replaced and slightly mismatched

• Furlex furling system replaced in 2025

REMARKS

See The World is a true adventure cruiser, ideal for anyone looking for a solid, proven ocean-going home. She's been tested through rough conditions and remains ready to sail anywhere in the world. Her design, space, and self-sufficiency make her perfect for families, couples, or solo sailors with big dreams.

Denison Yachting - San Francisco is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Panama Yacht Broker.

Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but can’t guarantee the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from that yacht market without notice. She is offered as a convenience by this yacht broker to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.