Bill Barry-Cotter is well known for making good decisions in the industry he has come to dominate. In an interview, while still at the helm of Riviera, the boat visionary suggested he had considered resurrecting the timeless Mariner 43 Flybridge. “For what it’s worth, this is my favourite Mariner,” he said. “It’s a semi-displacement boat that can go places at low cost; the 43 could well be Riviera’s answer to the rising cost of fuel.”

This 1987 Mariner 43 Flybridge is a great example of these big volume boats that will have you out mid-ocean in no time. A well thought out and large volume boat that can take you on coastal passages, fishing trips, weekends away or perhaps be the ideal live aboard.

A large saloon provides the perfect place to entertain your guests. There are a total of 8 berths plus you could sleep one more in the flybridge. The two bathrooms make it comfortable for larger groups or families. The galley is a good size with oven, 4 burner gas hob, fridge/freezer, sink and ample storage in cupboards.

On the foredeck there is space for a sunbed or stowage of a dinghy. In the cockpit there is additional fridge/freezer, sink and it is setup with ample fishing room.

This boat is made for spending time aboard in comfort.

The boat has receipts and documentation to show maintenance work done and has in the past been in survey. It is ready for your viewing today, so don’t delay.