Star Craft Boats and Parts - "For Sale"
Louis Phillipe - Starcraft no. 40/22
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Louis Phillipe is one of the most recognisable boats on the Thames with her distinctive stainless steel gullwing hatches. The original purchaser was Brian Lister and she is believed to be the only StarCraft fitted out by others outside of Bates Yard. Detailed research has confirmed that she was named after a pedigree silver minature poodle, “Louis Phillipe of Zizi Pom Pom”. A previous owner was Denny Lane (of Wings fame).
If you were looking for a large family vessel capable of river or sea work in the 1960’s you would certainly have considered a Bates Star Craft. The 40ft version with a flying bridge still offers all a family could wish for in terms of holidays afloat, whether on UK or European waterways. Louis Phillipe has cruised extensively on the Thames and further afield to Ramsgate, the Channel Islands and Bruges to name but a few. She was accepted into the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Pageant held in June of 2012 and in May 2015, ventured to Dunkirk as part of the support flotilla for the Dunkirk Little Ships who celebrated the 75th Anniversary of the famous ‘Operation Dynamo’.
The internal layout of Louis Phillipe is both unique and very practical. There is a master cabin with double bed complimented by an en-suite electric head and shower. The second double berth is in the fore cabin and a large salon area converts to provide yet another double berth. The boat is served with a comprehensively fitted galley and second electric head.
Louis Phillipe has been carefully maintained and improved over the years and has all “mod cons” including a generator, shore power, gas cooker, Eberspacher diesel heater, inverter, battery condition monitor and Raymarine chart plotter and radar. There is a comprehensive inventory of “extras”.
The BSC and Thames EA licence are both in date.
The boat is currently moored on the Thames at Wraysbury. Price: £95,000
All enquiries to Mark Stanley - 07831 862729
If you were looking for a large family vessel capable of river or sea work in the 1960’s you would certainly have considered a Bates Star Craft. The 40ft version with a flying bridge still offers all a family could wish for in terms of holidays afloat, whether on UK or European waterways. Louis Phillipe has cruised extensively on the Thames and further afield to Ramsgate, the Channel Islands and Bruges to name but a few. She was accepted into the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Pageant held in June of 2012 and in May 2015, ventured to Dunkirk as part of the support flotilla for the Dunkirk Little Ships who celebrated the 75th Anniversary of the famous ‘Operation Dynamo’.
The internal layout of Louis Phillipe is both unique and very practical. There is a master cabin with double bed complimented by an en-suite electric head and shower. The second double berth is in the fore cabin and a large salon area converts to provide yet another double berth. The boat is served with a comprehensively fitted galley and second electric head.
Louis Phillipe has been carefully maintained and improved over the years and has all “mod cons” including a generator, shore power, gas cooker, Eberspacher diesel heater, inverter, battery condition monitor and Raymarine chart plotter and radar. There is a comprehensive inventory of “extras”.
The BSC and Thames EA licence are both in date.
The boat is currently moored on the Thames at Wraysbury. Price: £95,000
All enquiries to Mark Stanley - 07831 862729
Hippocampus - 33ft
FOR SALE: 1960 Bates Starcraft – “Hippocampus”
Length: 33ft | Beam: 11.5ft | Draft: 2.3ft
Location: River Thames
Price £79,500
Step aboard Hippocampus, a rare 1960 Bates Starcraft that perfectly blends timeless elegance with modern innovation. Lovingly restored and meticulously maintained, she offers classic lines and exceptional craftsmanship while delivering the reliability and comfort expected today.
From the serene upper Thames reaches to the thrill of the tidal Thames, Hippocampus handles beautifully. Her size and agility grant access to the most picturesque stretches of river, while her power ensures exhilarating open-water runs.
Further Details: www.batesstarcraft.com
Please note, the above website has been created by the owner and is dedicated to the sale of Hippocampus.
Henry Sturge: 07971 569968 [email protected]
Length: 33ft | Beam: 11.5ft | Draft: 2.3ft
Location: River Thames
Price £79,500
Step aboard Hippocampus, a rare 1960 Bates Starcraft that perfectly blends timeless elegance with modern innovation. Lovingly restored and meticulously maintained, she offers classic lines and exceptional craftsmanship while delivering the reliability and comfort expected today.
From the serene upper Thames reaches to the thrill of the tidal Thames, Hippocampus handles beautifully. Her size and agility grant access to the most picturesque stretches of river, while her power ensures exhilarating open-water runs.
Further Details: www.batesstarcraft.com
Please note, the above website has been created by the owner and is dedicated to the sale of Hippocampus.
Henry Sturge: 07971 569968 [email protected]
Franswa II is looking for a new home!
Franswa II was the first 45’ Star Craft built at the Bates yard in 1962 and was ready for the 1963 Boat Show, featuring on the brochure for the 45’ boats. Franswa has a double diagonal teak hull with mahogany topsides and was set up with lots of extras of which the current owners still have a few. In all she has had only 3 owners and still bears her original name. She was used on the Upper Thames for many years and the lock keepers knew her and Mr Lucas, her owner, well. He also toured the Continent a great deal and chartered her at home and away. Mr Lucas kept everything and the current owners have boxes of history on the boat. He passed away while the boat was moored in Poole, Dorset which is where they purchased her and had her shipped to her present location at Runnymede-on-Thames. The idea was to renovate the boat and use her as a live aboard but unfortunately, through ill health on both parts, this has not been possible. Franswa is Lloyds Registered. Sensible offers are now invited.
Contact: Carol Reed - 07900 082119
Contact: Carol Reed - 07900 082119
Madame Condrieu
Madame Condrieu is a 45' Star Craft requiring restoration. We hope to be able to post further information soon. Sensible offers invited.
Contact: John Patey 07836 717469
Contact: John Patey 07836 717469
Parts for sale
Nav light covers
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Helm wheel
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From seller, Davis Mosby: The covers are in good condition, appear to have been re-chromed, and measure 24cm x 12cm x 6.5cm. The helm wheel is also in good condition, complete with hub cap, measuring 28cm (about 46cm circumference including the handles). It fits on a one inch shaft. I am asking £80 for the pair of nav light covers, and £60 for the helm wheel.
My phone number is 07765257454, email [email protected], address 4 Coningsby Cottages, London, W5 4HW.
I can post (at cost), or meet up in person, in Ealing, Chiswick, at Henley Trad or St. Katherine Docks Classic. I will also be at Bates in Chertsey late April and early May.
My phone number is 07765257454, email [email protected], address 4 Coningsby Cottages, London, W5 4HW.
I can post (at cost), or meet up in person, in Ealing, Chiswick, at Henley Trad or St. Katherine Docks Classic. I will also be at Bates in Chertsey late April and early May.
Further parts for sale: Please click on this link, a PDF file will open in a separate window.