Engine
-
Total Power
-
Engine Hours
-
Class
Cruisers sailboats
Length
10.97m
Year
2003
Model
J/109
Capacity
-
337
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Boat Details
Description
Some yachts are built to race. Others are built to cruise. This J/109 2003 was designed to do both—and to do them exceptionally well.
Elegant, responsive, and immensely capable, this 2003 J/109 offers the rare opportunity to own one of the most respected performance cruiser-racers ever built. Equally at home on the start line, crossing open water, or enjoying a relaxed weekend with family and friends, she delivers exhilarating sailing without compromising comfort.
With her powerful yet forgiving hull, deep lead keel, spacious two-cabin layout, and beautifully balanced helm, she inspires confidence in every condition. Below decks, warm teak joinery, generous accommodation, and practical amenities create a welcoming retreat after a rewarding day under sail.
Whether your ambition is to compete in offshore races, explore distant coastlines, or simply enjoy the pure pleasure of sailing a yacht with pedigree, this J/109 is ready to write her next chapter..
Highlights
Enviable reputation for performance and offshore capability
Brand New Volvo D1-30f Engine with Sail Drive
New Sail Wardrobe from 2002-2025
New Navigation instruments in 2023
Spacious two-cabin/saloon accommodation with eight berths
Retractable bowsprit for exhilarating asymmetric sailing
Stable, responsive handling for racing and cruising alike
A design renowned for quality, versatility, and enduring value
Elegant, responsive, and immensely capable, this 2003 J/109 offers the rare opportunity to own one of the most respected performance cruiser-racers ever built. Equally at home on the start line, crossing open water, or enjoying a relaxed weekend with family and friends, she delivers exhilarating sailing without compromising comfort.
With her powerful yet forgiving hull, deep lead keel, spacious two-cabin layout, and beautifully balanced helm, she inspires confidence in every condition. Below decks, warm teak joinery, generous accommodation, and practical amenities create a welcoming retreat after a rewarding day under sail.
Whether your ambition is to compete in offshore races, explore distant coastlines, or simply enjoy the pure pleasure of sailing a yacht with pedigree, this J/109 is ready to write her next chapter..
Highlights
Enviable reputation for performance and offshore capability
Brand New Volvo D1-30f Engine with Sail Drive
New Sail Wardrobe from 2002-2025
New Navigation instruments in 2023
Spacious two-cabin/saloon accommodation with eight berths
Retractable bowsprit for exhilarating asymmetric sailing
Stable, responsive handling for racing and cruising alike
A design renowned for quality, versatility, and enduring value
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NAVIGATION AIDS:
Garmin GNX 120 7" Display NEW 2023
Airmar DST810 Depth/Speed/Temp Thru Hull Transducer NEW 2023
GND10 Black Box Bridge Nexus NMEA 2000 NEW 2023
New Garmin wind transducer NEW 2023
Compass
Navigation lights
Autopilot
GROUND TACKLE:
Anchor with chain
Removable anchor roller
GENERAL EQUIPMENT:
Fusion RA210 and speaker bundle NEW 2025
Guardwire
Pulpit
Pushpit
Warps X 4
Fenders X 5
Boathook
Flush seacocks
Carbon fibre steering wheel
Automatic Bilge pump
Manual Bilge pump
Bespoke acrylic panel for the companion way NEW 2023
SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
Please note: All safety equipment is sold as seen with no guarantees or warranties. Ancasta International Boat Sales recommends that all safety equipment is tested and/or inspected by a qualified technician and its suitability for intended use evaluated.
Liferaft: Last serviced 2025
Lifesling
Lifebuoy
Fire Blanket
Garmin GNX 120 7" Display NEW 2023
Airmar DST810 Depth/Speed/Temp Thru Hull Transducer NEW 2023
GND10 Black Box Bridge Nexus NMEA 2000 NEW 2023
New Garmin wind transducer NEW 2023
Compass
Navigation lights
Autopilot
GROUND TACKLE:
Anchor with chain
Removable anchor roller
GENERAL EQUIPMENT:
Fusion RA210 and speaker bundle NEW 2025
Guardwire
Pulpit
Pushpit
Warps X 4
Fenders X 5
Boathook
Flush seacocks
Carbon fibre steering wheel
Automatic Bilge pump
Manual Bilge pump
Bespoke acrylic panel for the companion way NEW 2023
SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
Please note: All safety equipment is sold as seen with no guarantees or warranties. Ancasta International Boat Sales recommends that all safety equipment is tested and/or inspected by a qualified technician and its suitability for intended use evaluated.
Liferaft: Last serviced 2025
Lifesling
Lifebuoy
Fire Blanket
Bridge
J 109 - PERFORMANCE CRUISER RACER
Built by J Composites in France in 2003
Designed by Rod Johnstone, one of the founders of J/Boats
IRC rating 1.004
Resin Infused White GRP Hull, deck and superstructure
Construction emphasizes a high fiber-to-resin ratio
Deep Lead fin keel
High-aspect spade rudder with fiberglass skins over an aluminium stock,
Wheel steering
Last out the water: June 2026
Last antifouled: April 2026
DIMENSIONS:
Length Overall: 10.75m (35.3")
Length Waterline: 9.30m (30'6")
Beam: 3.51m (11'6")
Draft: 2.1m (7'0")
Displacement: 4,944kg
Lead keel: 1,769kg
*All dimensions are approximate
Built by J Composites in France in 2003
Designed by Rod Johnstone, one of the founders of J/Boats
IRC rating 1.004
Resin Infused White GRP Hull, deck and superstructure
Construction emphasizes a high fiber-to-resin ratio
Deep Lead fin keel
High-aspect spade rudder with fiberglass skins over an aluminium stock,
Wheel steering
Last out the water: June 2026
Last antifouled: April 2026
DIMENSIONS:
Length Overall: 10.75m (35.3")
Length Waterline: 9.30m (30'6")
Beam: 3.51m (11'6")
Draft: 2.1m (7'0")
Displacement: 4,944kg
Lead keel: 1,769kg
*All dimensions are approximate
Machinery
VOLVO D1-30F DIESEL ENGINE
Sail drive
New engine and sail drive fitted NEW June 2026
Fresh water cooled
Folding racing propeller (Flex-o-fold)
Last serviced:June 2026
Engine hours:2
Cruising speed:6.5 kts
Max speed: 7.5kts
ELECTRICS:
2 x 12v batteries with isolators NEW 2025
Charged by engine alternator
240 Battery charger
240v shore power
TANKAGE:
1 x 85 litre (18.5 gallon) fuel tank
1 x 96 litre (21 gallon) water tank
WATER SYSTEM:
Pressurised hot and cold water system
Sail drive
New engine and sail drive fitted NEW June 2026
Fresh water cooled
Folding racing propeller (Flex-o-fold)
Last serviced:June 2026
Engine hours:2
Cruising speed:6.5 kts
Max speed: 7.5kts
ELECTRICS:
2 x 12v batteries with isolators NEW 2025
Charged by engine alternator
240 Battery charger
240v shore power
TANKAGE:
1 x 85 litre (18.5 gallon) fuel tank
1 x 96 litre (21 gallon) water tank
WATER SYSTEM:
Pressurised hot and cold water system
Rig
Fractional Sloop Rig
Stainless steel rod standing rigging
Cascade backstay fitted 2025 – hydraulic unit included (not fitted)
Retractable carbon fibre bowsprit with bobstay
Harken jib furling
Slab reefing mainsail
Lazy Jacks system NEW 2026
Deck clutches NEW 2025
Halyards NEW 2025
Main sheet traveller NEW 2025
SAILS:
North main 2022
Sail Shape main (lightly used) 2025
North jib J1 2022
Sail Shape jib J2 2025
Sail Shape jib J3 (lightly used) 2025
Ullman A2 (used for one week) 2025
Ullman A5 (used for one week) 2025
North Code-0 (lightly used) 2022
Various other sails available
WINCHES:
2 x Harken 46STA self tailing primary winches
2 x Harken 40STA self tailing halyard winches
Stainless steel rod standing rigging
Cascade backstay fitted 2025 – hydraulic unit included (not fitted)
Retractable carbon fibre bowsprit with bobstay
Harken jib furling
Slab reefing mainsail
Lazy Jacks system NEW 2026
Deck clutches NEW 2025
Halyards NEW 2025
Main sheet traveller NEW 2025
SAILS:
North main 2022
Sail Shape main (lightly used) 2025
North jib J1 2022
Sail Shape jib J2 2025
Sail Shape jib J3 (lightly used) 2025
Ullman A2 (used for one week) 2025
Ullman A5 (used for one week) 2025
North Code-0 (lightly used) 2022
Various other sails available
WINCHES:
2 x Harken 46STA self tailing primary winches
2 x Harken 40STA self tailing halyard winches
Accommodation
SLEEPS EIGHT IN TWO DOUBLES AND FOUR SINGLE BERTHS IN TWO CABINS AND SALOON
Teak joinery
Teak-and-holly cabin sole
Blue upholstery
White molded liners in selected areas
Numerous opening ports and deck hatches for ventilation
FORWARD CABIN:
Large double V berth with storage below
Hanging locker and shelf
AFT CABIN:
Large double berth beneath the cockpit with standing room at the entrance
Hanging locker
Changing seat
Access panel to engine
SALOON:
Settee/berths to starboard and port side
Drop leaf table with bottle storage
Large storage lockers behind backrests
Ceiling hand rail
GALLEY:
Gimballed 2 burner gas cooker with oven
Double stainless steel sink
Top loading 12v refrigerator
High and low level storage lockers and drawers
NAVIGATION AREA:
Dedicated forward-facing chart table on the starboard side
Chart storage
Storage locker
Shelf
Seat with backrest
Large instrument panel with electrical panel
HEADS:
Marine Sea toilet
Hand basin
Shower
Vanity unit
Access door to cockpit locker
Teak joinery
Teak-and-holly cabin sole
Blue upholstery
White molded liners in selected areas
Numerous opening ports and deck hatches for ventilation
FORWARD CABIN:
Large double V berth with storage below
Hanging locker and shelf
AFT CABIN:
Large double berth beneath the cockpit with standing room at the entrance
Hanging locker
Changing seat
Access panel to engine
SALOON:
Settee/berths to starboard and port side
Drop leaf table with bottle storage
Large storage lockers behind backrests
Ceiling hand rail
GALLEY:
Gimballed 2 burner gas cooker with oven
Double stainless steel sink
Top loading 12v refrigerator
High and low level storage lockers and drawers
NAVIGATION AREA:
Dedicated forward-facing chart table on the starboard side
Chart storage
Storage locker
Shelf
Seat with backrest
Large instrument panel with electrical panel
HEADS:
Marine Sea toilet
Hand basin
Shower
Vanity unit
Access door to cockpit locker
Propulsion
Engine Type:Inboard
Drive Type:Sail Drive
Fuel Type:Diesel
Measurements
Dimensions
Length Overall:10.97m
Max Draft:2.1m
Beam:3.5m
Miscellaneous
Hull Material:Fiberglass
Keel Type:Fin Keel
Tanks
Fresh Water Tank:
Fuel Tank:
Holding Tank:
Accommodations
Cabins:3
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