A well-presented Seal 28, built in 1980, which has undergone an extensive programme of refurbishment and equipment renewal, particularly during 2025.
This classic 28-foot cruiser combines the character of a traditional sailing yacht with a substantially updated technical and mechanical specification. Major works include new standing and running rigging, renewed electrical equipment, new batteries, new diesel and water tanks, replacement windows, hull and deck refinishing, and new antifouling.
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PRINCIPAL PARTICULARS
Builder / Model Seal 28 Year 1980 Length 28 ft / approx. 8.5 m Beam 3.00 m Draft 1.50 m Displacement 3,226 kg Engine Bukh DV20 diesel Location Lelystad, Netherlands
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MACHINERY
Engine
Bukh DV20 diesel
* Full engine service completed * New diesel fuel tank * New fuel hoses * Electric bilge pump
The engine has received a full service, with the fuel system also renewed with a new diesel tank and hoses.
The standing and running rigging have both received significant investment, with the standing rigging replaced in 2025 and the running rigging renewed.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
A substantial electrical upgrade was carried out in 2025.
* Victron battery charger * 800 W inverter * Electrical equipment renewed/replaced in 2025
The combination of the AGM battery bank, Victron charging equipment and inverter provides a practical electrical system for cruising and onboard domestic use.
The interior has received a number of upgrades aimed at improving comfort and practicality:
* Dometic cooker with oven — new * Compressor refrigerator * Electric marine toilet — new * New water tanks * New water hoses * Electric freshwater pump
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HULL & DECK
The yacht has undergone a significant exterior refit.
* Hull and deck completely refurbished * New exterior paint * New non-slip deck finish * Windows replaced in 2025 * Antifouling completed in 2025
The refinish has significantly refreshed the overall appearance of the yacht while addressing several important areas of the exterior.
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2025 REFIT HIGHLIGHTS
A considerable amount of work and investment has gone into the yacht, including:
Rigging
* New standing rigging * New running rigging
Mechanical
* New diesel tank * New fuel hoses * Full engine service
* New water tanks * New water hoses * Electric freshwater pump * New electric marine toilet
Exterior
* Hull and deck refit * New paint * New non-slip * New windows * Antifouling
Galley & Accommodation
* New Dometic cooker and oven * Compressor refrigerator
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The Seal 28 is a compact cruising yacht offering a practical combination of manageable dimensions, traditional sailing characteristics and useful accommodation.
This particular example benefits from an extensive programme of recent renewal, with significant attention given to the rig, electrical system, fuel and water systems, hull and deck finish, windows and onboard equipment.
The scope of the recent work makes this yacht particularly interesting for a buyer looking for a classic sailing yacht while wanting to minimise the amount of immediate refit work normally associated with a vessel of this age.
Located in Lelystad, the yacht is ideally situated for viewing and for access to the extensive Dutch inland and coastal sailing areas.
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EQUIPMENT SUMMARY
Sailing
* Mainsail * Genoa * New standing rigging 2025 * New running rigging * Self-tailing winches
Engine
* Bukh DV20 * Full service * New diesel tank * New fuel hoses
