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"Darla Jay" - Full Maestro Layout
Professionally Upgraded | US Duty Paid | Turnkey & Loaded
Darla Jay represents one of the best-equipped Aura 51s available on the market today. Delivered in 2023 and meticulously upgraded since, she combines the benefits of a nearly-new yacht with premium systems already installed — all without the wait or import costs.
The current owner had planned long-term cruising but has had a change of personal plans, creating an opportunity for a new owner to step into a fully commissioned, cruising-ready Aura 51.
Key Highlights & Upgrades:
$80K+ Victron Power Upgrade:
48kWh house battery bank (10x 2000Ah, 24V Victron batteries)
Triple 5kW Victron MultiPlus 240V inverter/charger system (15kW total)
Cerbo GX monitoring and remote management
Onboard Generator Installed (plus relocation of electrical systems for optimal weight balance)
Scuba Compressor Installed
Additional Sockets & Power Access Points Throughout
Fuel Filtration Upgraded (Racor)
2kW Solar Arch with 5x Victron MPPT controllers
Fully Imported — US Duty Paid
Factory Options:
Comfort Package (2000W solar, Bose audio, cockpit fridge, helm bimini)
A/C 61K BTU (50/60Hz)
Garmin Smart Cruising Pack: GPS, autopilot, radar, AIS, dual helm stations
Electric freshwater heads x4
Washer/Dryer
Watermaker – 65L/h
Volvo D2 75 engines
12V freezer, platform, enclosure, cockpit tent
PROFURL furler, bowsprit, life raft, additional cleats & rub rails
Beds with slatted bases, safe, saloon & cabin curtains
This is a rare chance to own a fully sorted Aura 51, outfitted for serious cruising and offered in truly turnkey condition.
Specifications
SPECS
MEASUREMENTS
ENGINE(S)
TANKS
Accommodations
Factory Options:
Comfort Version Package:
Interior and waterproof exterior 12V outlets
Main grid 110V / 60Hz
2000W integrated solar system
Automatic switch for bilge pumps
Outdoor cushions (cockpit & lounge deck)
Double clutches for reefs 2 & 3
Video TV/HIFI pack
Deck shower with hot water
Pressurized seawater system
Curtains in cabins
Electric winches (mainsail & genoa sheet)
Lazy jack & lazy bag with Dralon cover
TV/radio antenna
Two pulpit seats
Cockpit courtesy lighting
Fusion Bluetooth audio pack (4 speakers)
Bose audio upgrade
1700W electric windlass
Pre-wired VHF mast head antenna
Automatic mainsail hook
CST full-batten mainsail
Interior courtesy LED lighting
Navigation & Electronics:
Garmin Smart Cruising Pack (Autopilot, VHF, AIS)
2x GPSMap 8412/8410
2x GMI20 multifunction displays
Second VHF + AIS helm station (US channels)
Radar with support and wiring
Deck & Exterior Features:
Bimini for helm station (with full enclosure)
Outdoor foredeck cushions
Cockpit refrigerator
12V 90L freezer
Cockpit tent
Additional mooring cleats
Platform
Protective strips on both transoms
Rub rail
Bowsprit and gear for gennaker
PROFURL genoa furler
MP10 container life raft
Interior Comfort & Systems:
Air conditioning: 61,000 BTU (50/60Hz)
Freshwater electric heads (4)
Watermaker: 12V / 65L per hour
Additional electric freshwater pump
12V fans (6)
Washer/Dryer (5kg, 220V)
Dishwasher (6 person capacity)
110V water heater
Beds with slatted bases in all 4 cabins
Combination locking safe
Handrail in staircase
Nature PVC indoor upholstery
Saloon and cabin curtains
Mechanical & Performance:
VOLVO D2-75 engines
4-blade folding propellers
Additional windlass control with chain counter
Custom/Dealer options
Power & Electrical Systems:
Galvanic Isolator (110V protection)
Upgraded strainer on factory A/C system
48kWh House Battery Bank:
10x 2000Ah, 24V Victron batteries (relocated to forward generator locker for optimal weight balance)
15kW Inverter System:
3x 5kW Victron MultiPlus charger/inverters (240V power)
Generator: Cummins Onan 11/13.5 kW
12V AGM factory battery bank connected to charge from 24V system (12V bank never sees drawdown)
2kW Solar Arch with 5x Victron MPPT charge controllers
2x 150A high output alternators (1 MasterVolt, 1 Balmar)
Extra 110V outlets (x6 throughout interior)
EU 24V outlets in salon, aft cabin, and behind TV for appliances during world travel
Sails & Rigging:
Doyle Raudaschl Code 0 (LU 19.10m / LE 17.70m / FT 11.80m)
Wingaker downwind sail (213 m²)
Main halyard upgraded to 10mm Dyneema
Auto Reef #2 Easy Reefing at helm
Additional sheet stoppers to match factory for genoa sheets
Electronics & Entertainment:
32″ TV in salon
Carbon monoxide detectors (x2)
Diving & Adventure:
Bauer dive compressor
2x rod holders (clamp-on, port & starboard rails)
Comfort & Soft Goods:
Bedding for all cabins:
Mattress covers with protectors
Pillows with protectors
Queen sheet sets
Down comforters
Outdoor pillows
Salon window shade screens (by Incidence Sails)
Bow shade canopy (by Incidence Sails)
Aft cockpit sunshade in Textilene
Deck & Safety:
Coach top rails on foredeck (port & starboard, athwartships)
Engine room fire suppression system
Safety equipment package
Seagull water filtration system
Fresh & salt water washdown systems
Flexiteek decking (cockpit, helm, and transoms with margin borders)
4x Macris underwater lights (flat-style, single color)
Galley & Utility:
Kenyon electric BBQ
Induction cooktop
110V icemaker
Ground Tackle:
Upgraded anchor package:
Mantus 85 anchor with 300 ft of 3/8″ HT chain
3/8″ gypsy swivel
Original anchor retained as backup (stored in forward cockpit)
Line cutters installed on saildrives
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
The Multihull Company is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel though the vessel may be listed with another brokerage company.
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Warm regards,
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