Elan Impression 43 – 2024

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A rare opportunity in a changing market

This Elan Impression 43 (2024) is offered as a demo yacht, but in the current context that label has largely lost its meaning. With Elan having halted production, this yacht represents a genuine opportunity to acquire one of the last Impression 43s built to Elan’s well-known high construction standards—without the usual waiting time and uncertainties of a new build.

Although technically a demonstration model, her use has been extremely limited and carefully managed. She has never been chartered, has seen only a handful of short demonstration sails, and remains in exceptionally fresh, near-new condition throughout. In practical terms, she offers the experience of a new yacht, combined with immediate availability.

The Impression 43 has long been regarded as one of Elan’s most accomplished cruising designs. Conceived as a fast, safe and comfortable family cruiser, she combines confident sailing performance with a forgiving helm and excellent control, thanks in part to her twin-rudder configuration. Whether coastal cruising or longer passages are planned, this design has proven itself as both capable and enjoyable.

Below deck, the yacht delivers the spaciousness and light that the Impression range is known for. The three-cabin, two-head layout comfortably accommodates up to eight guests, while the bright saloon, generous hull windows and refined interior finish create a calm and welcoming atmosphere. Practical solutions throughout make her equally suitable for private ownership or extended cruising.

This particular yacht is very well specified and truly ready to sail immediately, with a comprehensive equipment list and a powerful Yanmar 80 HP diesel engine combined with a bow thruster for easy manoeuvring in port.

In a market where new Elan production is no longer an option, this yacht stands out as a rare and sensible alternative: a modern, thoroughly equipped Impression 43, available now, and offered at a level that reflects exceptional value rather than replacement cost.

EU delivery is available. One year of free mooring is included (subject to conditions). Part exchange and marine mortgage options can be discussed. VAT not paid.

Elan Impression 43 – 2024

Technical Specifications & Equipment

Engine

• Engine: Yanmar 4JH80

• Year: 2024

• Engine type: Inboard diesel

• Power: 80 hp

• Engine hours: 49

• Drive type: Saildrive

• Propeller: 3-blade

Dimensions

• LOA: 43 ft 8 in (13.32 m)

• Beam: 13 ft 11 in (4.25 m)

• Max draft: 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m)

Weights

• Displacement: approx. 11,000 kg

Tank Capacity

• Fuel: 287 litres

• Fresh water: 470 litres

Accommodation

• Cabins: 3 double cabins

• Berths: Up to 8 (incl. extra saloon berth)

• Heads: 2 (both electric, freshwater flush)

Design & Construction

• Hull type: Monohull

• Designer: Rob Humphreys

• Builder: Elan Yachts

Covers

• Lazy bag with lazy jacks

• Sprayhood

Electrical Equipment

• Shore power inlet

• Inverter

• Battery charger

• Battery monitor

Navigation & Electronics

• B&G chartplotter with AIS receiver

• AIS

• Autopilot

• GPS

• Plotter

• Depth sounder

• Wind speed & direction

• Compass

• VHF

• Cockpit speakers

Interior Equipment

• Bow thruster

• Electric bilge pump

• Manual bilge pump

• Electric toilets with freshwater flush

• Diesel heating

• Hot water system

• Oven

• Refrigerator

• Additional top-loading fridge (60 L)

• Navigation table

Exterior Equipment

• Electric windlass (1000 W) with additional 95 Ah battery

• Lewmar Delta anchor with 50 m galvanised chain

• Guardrail exits

• Electric halyard winch (Harken B46.2 STEAH)

• Cockpit cushions with backrest

• Foredeck cushions

• Cockpit shower

• Cockpit table (teak, modular with sunbed conversion)

• Teak cockpit floor and seats

• Large bathing platform

• Swimming ladder

• Cockpit fridge and grill

• Ambient cockpit lighting

Rigging & Deck Hardware

• Twin steering wheels (white)

• Harken pin-stop jib tracks and fairleads for genoa

Sails

• OneSails upgraded Dacron sail package

  • Fully battened mainsail with Selden sliders

  • Furling genoa with UV protection and foam luff

Interior Finish & Comfort

• Cotton saloon upholstery

• Reading lights with USB charging ports

• Ambient interior lighting

• Blinds and insect screens for hatches and portlights

• 230V sockets in all cabins, galley and heads

• Extra saloon berth

Packages Included

• Sail Ready Package

• Deluxe Ready – Interior

• Deluxe Ready – Exterior