YoungBloods

About YoungBloods

<p>This <strong>2006 Elan Impression 384</strong> is a capable and comfortable cruising sailboat that has benefited from significant recent upgrades focused on energy independence, sailing performance, and cruising convenience. Known for her solid build quality, generous interior volume, and well-balanced sailing characteristics, the Impression 384 is equally suited for coastal cruising, island hopping, or extended liveaboard use.</p><p><br></p><p>Current owners bought in Montenegro. This sailboat had done 5-6 years in charter with Montenegrocharter.com company from 2007 to 2012-13.</p><p><br></p><p>They’ve sailed and lived the Mediterranean. And have sailed the trade winds to Sint Maarten in fall 2025.</p><p><br></p><p>Recent investments include <strong>new sails (2024)</strong>, a modern <strong>lithium and solar electrical system</strong>, a <strong>solar/dinghy arch</strong>, and a <strong>rigging service completed in 2024</strong>, making this vessel particularly attractive to buyers looking for a turnkey cruiser with reduced refit needs.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>KEY FEATURES &amp; EQUIPMENT</strong></p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;NEW Dometic SunLight gas stove (2026)</p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Volvo Penta D2-40 diesel engine (40 hp)</p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;170 L diesel / 400 L water / 60 L holding tank</p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“Ective” 200 Ah lithium house battery<span style="color: rgb(238, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3 × 280 W IFRI-SOC solar panels with Victron MPPT controllers</p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Novopal 1000 W inverter<span style="color: rgb(238, 0, 0);"> </span>&amp; Victron charger</p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Quick 1500 W electric anchor windlass</p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impulsion New mainsail &amp; genoa 120% (2024)</p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Highfield dinghy HFUL 260</p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6 hp Tohatsu outboard</p><p class="ql-align-center"><br></p><p><strong>ADVANTAGES TO COMPETITORS</strong></p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Significant recent investment in sails and energy systems</p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Copper coat antifouling (long-term hull protection)</p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Strong tankage for a yacht of this size</p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Proven Elan build quality and performance hull</p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Well-suited for off-grid cruising</p><p class="ql-align-center"><br></p><p><strong>IDEAL USAGE</strong></p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Coastal and offshore cruising</p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Caribbean or Mediterranean island hopping</p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Liveaboard cruising</p><p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Owner-operator sailing</p><p class="ql-align-center"><br></p><p><strong>REVIEWS</strong></p><p>“Elan yachts are well regarded for their solid construction, good sailing performance, and practical interiors, making them popular among cruising sailors.”</p><p>, <em>Various European sailing publications</em></p> <br> <i> Resolute Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by David Walters Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel </i>