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1998 Fountaine Pajot Bahia 46 – Solid cruiser with major upgrades, Just needs some TLC. This 1998 Fountaine Pajot Bahia 46 is a fantastic opportunity for a savvy buyer looking to step into a well-equipped cruising catamaran with many of the big-ticket upgrades already completed. She’s not perfect — she could use some TLC to bring her fully up to spec — but her bones are solid, and some of the expensive work is already done.
Originally a 4-cabin layout, one cabin has been conveniently converted into a dedicated workshop, complete with tools — a dream setup for cruisers who like to stay self-sufficient on the water. Major upgrades include: New mainsail (2025), New standing rigging, including diamonds (2023), New "Cruise RO" watermaker (2023), All-new Raymarine navigation electronics (2023), New AGM battery bank, additional solar panels, new MPPT controllers, and smart charger (2023).
The Bahia 46 is known for its seaworthy design, comfortable living spaces, and reliable sailing performance. If you're looking for a capable cruising catamaran with loads of potential and many recent systems already in place, this is your chance to make it your own — without paying top dollar.
Priced to reflect its current condition. Bring your vision — and set sail. Viewing by appointment with our Grenada office.
Specifications
SPECS
MEASUREMENTS
ENGINE(S)
TANKS
Accommodation
This Fountain Pajot Bahia offers 3 double cabins all ensuite, with 1 cabin converted into workshop. 6.6 ft standing headroom.
Main saloon & galley on bridge-deck with panoramic views. Small table with wrap-around settee with large stowage lockers beneath. The galley lies to starboard with double ss sinks, 2 burner Force 10 hob and oven, large fridge and large freezer. Electrical panel to starboard and nav/computer area to port.
Port hull: Aft cabin with double berth, hanging lockers and closets, fan, top opening hatch, portlight & reading lights and ensuite heads with manual jabsco toilet, wash basin and shower.
Forward cabin with double berth with fan, lockers and top opening hatch. Access to fwd locker used for storage.
Starboard hull: Aft cabin with double berth with hanging lockers and closets, fan. Top opening hatch, portlight & reading lights. Ensuite head with manual Jabsco toilet, washbasin shower, cabinet and mirror.
Walkthrough lined with cupboards filled with spares and tools.
Forward cabin: Converted into workshop with shelves and storage.
Mechanical Systems
Two Yanmar 3JH3E diesel engines. 2 x 39hp. They have been serviced regularly and are in working order, last serviced in March 2025. They all have good compression, do not smoke or leak oil however they are showing their age. Need a good clean, paint and rubber hoses could use replacing.
Northern Lights M773 9kw generator, 2003 – hrs unknown. Working but in poor condition and needs attention.
Electrical Systems
Sails & Spars
Decked stepped fractional sloop rigged aluminium mast and boom. Stainless steel rigging – New 2024, running rigging – replaced as needed. Slab reefing mainsail with stack pack. furling Genoa. Lewmar winches throughout 7 self tailing, 3 electric sheet winches, 1 x halyard electric winch.
Navigation Equipement
Deck Equipment
Safety Equipment
Additional Equipment
Construction
Built in 1998 by Fountain Pajot- France. The Bahia is constructed of fiberglass and last anti-fouled 2023. The trampoline was New 2024.
Disclaimer
The company normally acts as brokers for the vendor who unless otherwise stated is not selling in the course of a business. Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these particulars the correctness is not guaranteed and they are intended as a guide only and do not constitute a part of any contract. A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check these particulars and where appropriate and at his own expense to employ a qualified marine surveyor to carry out a survey and/or to have an engine trial conducted which if conducted by us shall not imply any liability on our part.
General note on safety equipment: Any safety equipment such as liferaft, fire extinguishers and flares etc., are usually personal to the current owner(s) and if being left on board as part of the sale of a used vessel, may require routine servicing, replacement, or changing to meet a new owner’s specific needs.
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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