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Engine:
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Maker:
Small Boat
Model:
Continental
Engine Hours:
-
Total Power:
235hp
Year:
1959
Class:
Classic boats
Length:
4.75m
Capacity:
-
Description
1959 Albatross Continental | 5m - Dartmouth, Devon
A truly exceptional opportunity to own “Godiva”, a 1959 Albatross Continental (Hull No. 1134) — one of the finest surviving examples of this iconic British classic. This ultra-rare four-seater model, powered by the legendary Coventry Climax FWE engine, has undergone a meticulous concours-standard restoration, sparing no expense.
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1959 Albatross Continental | 5m – Dartmouth, Devon
A truly exceptional opportunity to own “Godiva”, a 1959 Albatross Continental (Hull No. 1134) — one of the finest surviving examples of this iconic British classic. This ultra-rare four-seater model, powered by the legendary Coventry Climax FWE engine, has undergone a meticulous concours-standard restoration, sparing no expense.
Built from aircraft-grade aluminium and showcasing elegant mid-century design, Godiva captures the timeless allure of 1950s luxury boating — ideal for collectors, display, or refined coastal cruising.
Specifications
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Builder: Albatross Marine, St. Olaves, Norfolk
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Designer: Archie Peace
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Year: 1959
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Length Overall: 4.75 m (15’7″)
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Beam: 1.52 m (5’0″)
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Draft: 0.31 m
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Hull Type: Deep V planing
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Construction: Flush-riveted Duralumin, cream-painted
Engine & Performance
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Engine Make: Coventry Climax FWE
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Builder: Andrew Tart Engineering
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Power: 45 hp
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Fuel Type: Petrol
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Drive Type: Direct drive (2-blade propeller)
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Cooling System: Freshwater cooled
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Top Speed: Approx. 40 mph
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Range: Approx. 150 miles
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Running Hours: 2 (freshwater use only)
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Last Service: 2023
Features & Equipment
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Custom wiring loom with safety kill switch
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Full suite of period-correct gauges (rev counter, oil/temp, fuel, ammeter)
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Removable steering wheel for added security
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Original “frog” navigation light and pennant mast
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New tailored tonneau covers
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Cream & blue upholstered seating with new deck covering
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Integrated fire extinguisher and electric bilge pump
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Remote battery isolator
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1 x 53-litre fuel tank
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1 x new battery (2023), alternator charged
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Supplied with a new, fully galvanised Albatross-designed road trailer
Deck & Safety Gear
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Pushpit and pulpit
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2 x Davits
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6 x Fenders
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2 x Mooring warps
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Electric bilge pump
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Fire extinguisher
Measurements
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Length Overall: 4.75 m
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Beam: 1.52 m
Hull & Tanks
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Hull Material: Aluminium
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Fresh Water Tank: —
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Fuel Tank: 1 x 53 L
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Holding Tank: —
Contact Information
Location: Dartmouth, Devon
Phone: +44 7563 715118
Email: sales@boatsgroupinternationalllc.com
Website: boatsgroupinternationalllc.com
Contact for a price
Engine:
-
Maker:
Small Boat
Model:
Continental
Engine Hours:
-
Total Power:
235hp
Year:
1959
Class:
Classic boats
Length:
4.75m
Capacity:
-
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