- 1,335 units from 1969 to 1979
- From 4,000 euros for an old-generation Ecume âeuros 1969/1975 âeuros in sailing condition.
Is he old? Maybe older than you? So what? Sturdy, seaworthy and elegant, with its guibre bow âeuros après 1975 - the Ecume de Mer is still going strong. Not for nothing that from 1973 to 1978, she was the support boat for the Tour de France à la Voile. Fast in all conditions and very well equipped (1.70 m headroom, convertible dinette), it allows a couple to live aboard. An accessible cruiser ready to take you to the Mediterranean, Portugal and beyond.
Bateaux.com diagnosis
The condition of the inboard motor, if it's still in place and original, can cause a few problems. The most economical solution may be an outboard âeuros 8 hp is more than enough. The boat's structure and rigging are usually sound, but investing in up-to-date fittings and a new set of sails is a must.
" We explain its success by its smooth running, good construction, easy maintenance, small roof proportionate for a length of 7.90 meters."
Jean-Marie Finot, Ecume de Mer architect
The plus
- Unbeatable volume/price ratio
- Clear front deck
- Good sea behaviour
The âeuros
But what's missing?
A sail plan that gives pride of place to the mainsail âeuros hard to tuck in, this big genoa!
The equivalent today?
Visit First 25 S . Its hull is already 21 years old, even if the stern is already much wider. Program and layout are identical.
