**1999 Catana 431 “Daydream” (Hull #02) – Owner’s Version** **For Sale – US$350,000** (Taxes paid in New Zealand) Looking for a fast, capable, turn-key performance catamaran? Daydream is a rare early Hull #02 of the legendary Catana 431 series – designed by Christophe Barreau. Never chartered, always privately owned and meticulously maintained by experienced sailors. She’s extensively upgraded, Cat 1 certified, and ready for Pacific or worldwide cruising right now. **Located in Auckland, New Zealand** – easy to view and sea trial. --- **Design Background** Christophe Barreau’s philosophy focused on lightweight construction, high bridgedeck clearance, daggerboards for superior upwind performance and heavy-weather control, and narrow asymmetrical hulls that deliver soft motion and real sailing ability. Built in France with vacuum-bagged foam core, vinylester resin and Twaron (Kevlar) reinforcement below the waterline. These early hulls remain highly sought-after for serious bluewater sailing. --- **Key Specs** • LOA 13.6 m | Beam 7.0 m • Draft 1.2 m (boards up) / 2.5 m (boards down) • Carbon mast (17 m) • Owner’s Version – 3 cabins / 2 heads • Displacement approx. 8–12 tonnes **Engines & Mechanical** • Twin Volvo D2-40 (new 2017) – approx. 1,100 hours • New SD130 saildrives (2017) + folding props • Northern Lights 4.8 kW generator (overhauled 2021) • Diesel polisher **Rigging & Sails** • Carbon mast – full overhaul Dec 2021 (extra reinforcing, new paint) • New standing rigging Dec 2021 • Full-batten main + spare (2017) • Genoa + spare (2017) • Storm jib, Code 0, asymmetric spinnaker + Parasailor • All lines led aft, electric Andersen winch for reefing **Power (Major 2025 Upgrade)** • Victron Lithium – 900+ Ah LiFePO4 • 1,320 W bifacial solar (3 × 440 W) • 3,000 W inverter + SmartSolar + Lynx BMS • Wind generator + twin alternators **Electronics** • Raymarine dual plotters (12” + 9”), Quantum radar • Dual autopilots, AIS (2024), full ST60 instruments • Iridium GO + Inmarsat **Accommodation** • Huge master suite (starboard) with king berth & separate shower • Teak & holly flooring • Diesel heating in both hulls • Large fridge + freezer, Force 10 cooker, washing machine • Echotec watermaker (~100 L/h) **Tender & Ground Tackle** • OC Tender 3.3 m with 8 hp Yamaha + Torqeedo electric • 30 kg Bügel + 80 m stainless chain + spares **Safety** • Current NZ Category 1 certification • 6-person liferaft, EPIRB, jacklines, sea anchor, drogue --- **Why Daydream stands out** Early Hull #02 with robust original build quality • Never chartered • Recent major upgrades (lithium/solar 2025, carbon rig 2021, engines 2017) •Better flooring +Davit + Foredeck options • True performance upwind and light air + bluewater capability in a manageable 43 ft package • Ideal owner’s layout for a couple or small family. Recent comparable Catana 43/431 asking prices have typically sat in the US$339k–$373k range. Daydream is priced at US$350,000 for a well-equipped, turn-key example. --- Serious offers considered. Worldwide delivery by arrangement. Please message me for more information, full photo set, survey reports and inventory list. ---