1969 SOUTHERN OCEAN GALLANT

How a home on the water should look and feel. This charming Van de Stadt Gallant 53 is a must-see world cruiser.
This attractive liveaboard is immaculately maintained and well-laid out. She is fully set-up for cruising with a full electric suite, good-condition sails, and recently re-done rigging.
The galley includes a chart table and extra sitting area. The cozy salon is separate with a seating area and table. There is a short hallway with a bunk and extra clothes storage, a separate twin bunk cabin with a sink, and a comfortable V-berth master cabin. The woodwork is beautiful.
The comfortable cockpit & large open decks extends the living area with a big sun awning and drop downs.
Work done:
Mizzen standing rigging re-done 2017
Main standing rigging re-done 2023
Topside paintwork 3 years old
Sails in good condition approx. New Main 2025
Windlass rebuilt 2020
Chain plates redone 2011 (USA)
Whitlock steering rebuilt 2006 (geared tight)
Engine and gearbox overhauled 3 years ago
Last antifoul: April 2025
Last engine service: Nov 2025
Features
Batteries: 6x House (2022-2024), 2x Start (2024), 1500Watt Inverter, Battery Charger
100 Watt Solar panel
400 Watt Wind Generator
Shore Power Leads
LED Lights
Sony sound system with 6 speakers
Aires Vane self-steering
Apex 3.1m tender with 2 HP Yamaha outboard
4 anchors
Swimladder
Fully imported into NZ. Price is NZD
Comfortable cruising and easy living 
Find out more by phoning Dan Noakes at Vining Gulf Group on 022 4326 007

Location: Bay of Islands