Price: $129,000
Location: Boston, MA
1993 Privilege 43 – BLUE STAR Charlestown, MA Blue Star embodies everything that made the early Privilege catamarans legendary: uncompromising fiberglass construction, exceptional rigidity, and a level of craftsmanship rarely matched in today’s production world. Built in France when boats were over-engineered rather than cost-engineered, she remains remarkably solid, dry, and dependable, proof of what thoughtful design and quality materials can withstand over time. A STRUCTURALLY EXCEPTIONAL CATAMARAN The Privilege 43 was laid up with thick, hand-laminated fiberglass, reinforced bulkheads, and a bridgedeck designed to stay quiet and stable in real seas. Blue Star carries that pedigree beautifully. • No leaks, no soft spots, no structural concerns • Rigid hulls and bulkheads with the strength Privilege was known for • Original fiberglass that has aged with honesty and integrity She feels stable, trustworthy, and composed, a boat built to travel oceans, not marinas. MAJOR UPGRADES (2023–2025) • Twin Volvo MD2030 engines rebuilt (≈50 hrs) • New battery bank (2025) + 600W solar array powering house systems • New canopy (2023) & new trampoline (2023) • New interior cushions (2023) + three brand-new mattresses (Unused) • New macerator pump (2025) • New 12V fridge (2022) • Jib replaced 2023; mainsail in good condition • Bottom cleaned & zincs replaced summer 2025 • 16 new life jackets (2024) Mechanically and structurally, she inspires confidence. INTERIOR Warm, bright, and cared for. The woodwork is in great condition, floors are solid, and the refreshed soft goods give the interior a clean, inviting feel. WHAT SHE NEEDS Just a professional sail wash and routine bottom paint. For ocean crossings, a modern electronics suite would elevate her further—but the fundamentals are rock-solid. OWNER’S REMARKS Blue Star is the kind of boat people hold onto for decades: strong, honest, and beautifully made. I love her deeply, but with weekends spent in Vermont and another b
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