Dufour 500 used

XBOAT ref :5012.
⚓️ DUFOUR 500 GRAND LARGE – 2015 – 5 CABIN VERSION – SPACE AND ELEGANCE IN CRUISING
Discover this DUFOUR 500 Grand Large from 2015, an exceptional sailboat designed for the great voyage and designed to accommodate family and crew in absolute comfort. This rare model in its 5-cabin version with 3 bathrooms, 2 of which with WC, offers an impressive living space and ideal modularity for offshore cruising or premium rentals.
Design & Hull:
Signed by Felci Yacht Design, the DUFOUR 500 GL seduces with its fluid line, its straight bow and its clear deck. Its marked chine reinforces stability and maximizes interior volume, without compromising performance under sail.
Deck & cockpit plan:
The vast cockpit, entirely dedicated to conviviality and maneuvering, has a double steering wheel, a folding cockpit table and a smooth circulation plan. The tilting transom becomes a generous bathing area, perfect for swimming or tendering.
Interior – 5 cabin version:
This DUFOUR 500 GL impresses with the intelligence of its layout:
• 5 real double cabins,
• 3 bathrooms, separate shower,
• 2 WCs, for excellent management of comfort on board,
• A bright square with U-shaped benches, ultra-equipped L-shaped kitchen, and plenty of storage space.
Performance & equipment:
Easy to maneuver with a short crew thanks to its head rigging and well-positioned winches, the DUFOUR 500 GL ensures fast and safe navigation. It is equipped for long-distance cruising with a powerful engine, complete electronics, an electric windlass, and often a powerful set of sails.
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✅ THE ADVANTAGES OF THE DUFOUR 500 GL:
• 5 cabin version – ideal for a large family or charter activity
• 3 bathrooms + 2 WCs – rare and sought after
• High-end comfort & Dufour finishes
• Generous volumes & smooth circulation
• Very good behavior under sail
• Elegant and contemporary design
✅ MAJOR TECHNICAL UPDATES AND MAINTENANCE
The owner has invested significantly in the monitoring and reliability of the sailboat, with the following interventions carried out recently:
• Removal and replacement of rudder rings
• Replacement of all valves and through-hull fittings with high-end polymer models (anti-corrosion)
• Complete dismasting, mast inspection,
o Replacement of the prop,
o Masthead sheaves replaced,
o Spreader bars changed,
o Mullet snitch replaced by a reinforced and adapted version,
o New m