USED Classic Boat. Five of the best boats signed Wauquiez (9.8-18.7 m)

The landscape relating to Classic Bo ats-that is, production boats over 25 years old and launched since 1967-is a vast and ever-expanding one, made up of hulls of all shapes and sizes and, perhaps, not as easily “navigable” as one would often like. In light of this, in addition to our sections on Historic Classic Boats and Your Classic Boats, a new series of articles is born, aimed, boatyard by boatyard, at exploring 5 exceptional hulls, projects fundamental to the evolution of boating and of the “brand” itself. Proceeding in alphabetical order, it is now our turn to look at Wauquiez: here are 5 of the most relevant Classic Boats produced by the shipyard.

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Wauquiez, 5 exceptional hulls from 9.8 to 18.7 meters

Founded by Henri Wauquiez in 1964, the Wauquiez Shipyard is one of the cornerstones of French fiberglass shipbuilding. Immediately competing with early Dufour, it would see big names pass through its doors, giving rise to hugely successful series such as the various Centurion, Gladiateur, Pretorien and Chance of chance, thus shaping an entire branch of French boating.

Centurion 32

specifications: 9.85 x 2.97 m; 1968-1977; #380; Kim Holman

Stern mirror still classic, very narrow beam (less than 3 meters) and elegant lines like only the 1960s… The Centurion 32 is one of the first great successes of the shipyard, at the time a direct competitor of Dufour. And, with this 9.8-meter, Holman and Wauquiez sign one of the great little successes of the early days of fiberglass: as many as 380 built. Of excellent construction and splendid finish, she is indeed a manageable, seaworthy hull for everyone. The lines then, steeped in classic flavors, make it a gem even today.

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Gladiateur 33

specifications: 10.01 x 3.35 m; 1977-1986; #299; Holman & Pye

Entering production to succeed the already highly praised Centurion 32, the Gladiateur 33 again bears the signature of Holman, now joined by Pye. Another great success emerges, as many as 299 hulls. Agile and safe, she was a boat of great appeal, especially in France, where she figured well both in racing and as a cruiser. The spirit of the time emerges very well from her predecessor, with a much wider beam and totally different submerged volumes.

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Pretorien 35

specifications: 10.80 x 3.60 m; 1979-1987; #212; Holman & Pye

When it debuted at the Genoa Boat Show in the late 1970s, the Pretorien 35 was a hull capable of making quite a splash. Designed for cruising, capacious and seaworthy, she would be one of Holman & Pye’s great successes, with no less than 212 hulls built. A safe, dry and streamlined boat, she is designed to be experienced by 4, but capable of accommodating as many as 6 people, offering a particularly clean deck and well-protected and dry cockpit despite the flush deck. In short, despite its size, volumes abound, providing stability and space.

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Chance 37

specifications: 11.25 x 3.18 m; 1971-1977; #95; Britton Chance

Designed in the early 1970s by Britton Chance, then a major America’s Cup signature, the 37′ of 1971 is the yard’s response to new demands: owners are looking for boats that are yes cruising, but faster. With this in mind, Chance designed a hull that was yes comfortable and seaworthy, but also capable of playing with other emblazoned One Tonners. Result? The 37 soon became a great success, with as many as 95 hulls built. Today, undoubtedly, it remains a boat for classic enthusiasts, especially with that long, angular deckhouse of hers and the stunning narrow stern.

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Centurion 61

specifications: 18.75 x 5.05 m; 1992-NA; #NA; Ed Dubois

Ed Dubois and Wauquiez, in 1992, signed a little gem improving on the design of the previous 59-footer. Thus was born the Centurion 61, a hull designed according to IMS regulations, but set to be able to offer its best in cruising as well. The deck is streamlined, elegant, and the rigging well laid out so that it can be used both short-handed and crewed. A beautiful boat emerges from the drawing, with unexcessive soaring, ample volume, and pleasing performance. A great cruiser.

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